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I appreciate your question, but the provided documents from Ellen White's writings don't contain information about the Edomites specifically. The documents focus on different topics related to the origin of sin, the apostasy of the church, the creation of humanity, and the divine origin of medical missionary work. The Edomites were the descendants of Esau (Jacob's brother) according to the Bible, but Ellen White's counsel on this specific historical topic isn't included in the documents I have access to in this search. However, if you're interested in what Ellen White wrote about related biblical history topics, I'd be happy to search for information on: - The origin and history of ancient Israel - Biblical genealogies and their significance - The relationship between Jacob and Esau - God's dealings with different nations in biblical history Would you like me to search for any of these related topics? --- 💡 **You might also want to explore:** • What did Ellen White write about the importance of studying biblical history? • How did Ellen White explain God's purposes in the stories of the patriarchs? • What counsel did she give about understanding Old Testament narratives? --- 📚 **50 passages found** containing these search terms — [Explore in Full-Text Search](/advanced-search?q=%22origin+of)

Ellen White counseled that the Old Testament should be understood as a vital revelation of Christ that provides essential warnings and lessons for believers today. She emphasized that "The Old Testament sheds light upon the New, and the New upon the Old" (COL 128.3), and that both reveal the glory of God in Christ. In her writings, she explained that the Old Testament is not merely a collection of ancient stories but is "irradiated with the glory of the Son of God" (DA 211.5). She taught that it is the voice of Christ Himself speaking through the patriarchs and prophets, and that "The Saviour is revealed in the Old Testament as clearly as in the New" (DA 799.2). By comparing Old Testament prophecies with the history recorded in the New Testament, believers find a powerful proof of Christ’s identity as the world's Redeemer (HLv 531.4). Furthermore, Ellen White stressed the practical necessity of studying the history of ancient Israel. She noted that their "murmurings," "rebellious discontent," and the "punishment of their idolatry" were recorded specifically for our benefit (4T 11.1). She argued that if the Bible had only recounted the virtues of the Hebrews and omitted their iniquities, their history . These narratives serve as a warning to help modern people of God avoid unbelief. For practical application, we are encouraged to give "earnest consideration" to Old Testament figures and representations (NPUGleaner December 18, 1907, par. 10). Ellen White believed that many of the things foretold by ancient servants of God are currently being fulfilled in . Understanding these narratives helps us see the broader "great controversy story" that spans from the Old Testament through post-Biblical history (3SM 88.2). In conclusion, the Old Testament narratives should be studied as a Christ-centered history that provides a spiritual roadmap, warning us against past mistakes while revealing the consistent mission of the Redeemer. --- 💡 **You might also want to explore:** • How does the Old Testament reveal the glory of Christ in the system of Judaism? • Why did Ellen White say it was important to record the sins and failures of Bible characters? • What is the connection between Old Testament prophecy and the life of Christ in the New Testament? --- 📚 **12 passages found** containing these search terms — [Explore in Full-Text Search](/advanced-search?q=%22understanding+Old+Testament+narratives%22) --- 📚 **thousands of passages found** containing these search terms — [Explore in Full-Text Search](/advanced-search?q=Old+Testament+narratives)