Firstborn (some references:)

[Praxeas]

Originally Posted by Michael The Disciple

It does not prove firstborn does not mean the first born. Firstborn in scripture generally referred to the first born son. At times God exalted the younger above the elder but that does not change the basic truth.

it proves the term "first born" does NOT always refer to the first one born or created. Yes it absolutely does

[Michael The Disciple]

Originally Posted by Praxeas

it proves the term "first born" does NOT always refer to the first one born or created. Yes it absolutely does

Thats what I said. It does not ALWAYS mean either one. But the GENERAL MEANING as per the weight of scripture means they are talking about someones first born son. The first one who was born.

[RandyWayne]

Isn't trying to define "first born" a bit like Clinton trying to define "is"?