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Genesis 32:13

King James Version (KJV)

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Genesis 32:13

Verse 13 of 32

Scripture focus

And he lodged there that same night; and took of that which came to his hand a present for Esau his brother;

Genesis 32:13 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on Genesis 32:13

Theological / Devotional

He lodged there. Although trusting in the Lord for protection, Jacob neglected no means of reconciliation with his brother. Pitching camp for the night in the place where he had received tidings of Esau’s approach, he selected a respectable present consisting of more than 550 head of sheep and cattle. These he sent forward in several droves to meet Esau, as a “present” from his “servant” Jacob. The assortment of animals selected was representative of the usual possessions of a nomad (see Job 1:3 ; 42:12). The proportion of male to female animals was probably based on what experience had shown to be desirable for breeding purposes.

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