Genesis 32

KJ3 Literal Translation — Chapter 32 of 50

¹ And Jacob went on his way, and the angels of God met him.

² And when he saw them, Jacob said, This is the camp of God. And he called the name of that place, Two Camps.

³ And Jacob sent messengers before his face to his brother Esau, to the land of Seir, the field of Edom.

Chapter Summary

1 Jacob's vision. 3 He fears Esau and sends him gifts. 9 He prays for deliverance. 24 He wrestles an angel at Peniel, and is called Israel.

Key Hebrew Words

יַעֲקֹב֙ Jacob H3290 · TWOT 1676f

שְׁלֹשִׁ֑ים thirty H7970 · TWOT 2403d

חֵ֖ן favour H2580 · TWOT 694a

נַפְשִֽׁ soul H5315 · TWOT 1395a

עֵ֥דֶר flock H5739 · TWOT 1572a

People & Context

Jacob's Vision at Mahanaim

As Jacob continues his journey, angels of God meet him. Jacob calls the place Mahanaim (Two Camps).

Jacob Prepares to Meet Esau

Jacob sends messengers to Esau in Seir (Edom), informing him of his return and his acquired wealth, hoping to find favor. The messengers return with n…

Jacob's Fear and Division of His Company

Jacob is greatly afraid and distressed. He divides his people, flocks, herds, and camels into two companies, hoping that if one is struck, the other c…

Timeline

Jacob's Vision at Mahanaim

As Jacob continues his journey, angels of God meet him. Jacob calls the place Mahanaim (Two Camps).

Genesis 32:1-2

Jacob Prepares to Meet Esau

Jacob sends messengers to Esau in Seir (Edom), informing him of his return and his acquired wealth, hoping to find favor. The messengers return with news that Esau is coming to meet him with 400 men.

Genesis 32:3-6

Jacob's Fear and Division of His Company

Jacob is greatly afraid and distressed. He divides his people, flocks, herds, and camels into two companies, hoping that if one is struck, the other can escape.

Genesis 32:7-8

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