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Genesis 33:10

King James Version (KJV)

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Genesis 33:10

Verse 10 of 20

Scripture focus

And Jacob said, Nay, I pray thee, if now I have found grace in thy sight, then receive my present at my hand: for therefore I have seen thy face, as though I had seen the face of God, and thou wast pleased with me.

Genesis 33:10 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on Genesis 33:10

Theological / Devotional

I have seen thy face. Esau’s friendly greeting called to mind the divine promise so recently accorded Jacob, and in Esau’s face he could read its gracious fulfillment. These words of Jacob reflect his profound gratitude for the obvious Presence that attended him on his way (see ch. 32:30). How happy the man who recognized Providence at his side day by day (Job 33:26; Ps. 11:7)!

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