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Genesis 30:24

King James Version (KJV)

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And she called his name Joseph; and said, The LORD shall add to me another son.

Genesis 30:24 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on Genesis 30:24

Theological / Devotional

Joseph. Meaning either “he takes away,” in allusion to the removal of her reproach, or “he shall add,” in anticipation of another son whom she hoped God would add to this first one. The removal of the reproach implied this possibility.

By SdaBc