King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
And he carried away all his cattle, and all his goods which he had gotten, the cattle of his getting, which he had gotten in Padanaram, for to go to Isaac his father in the land of Canaan.
Complete Jewish Bible:
and carried off all his livestock, along with all the riches he had accumulated, the livestock in his possession which he had acquired in Paddan-Aram, to go to Yitz'chak his father in the land of Kena'an.
Berean Standard Bible:
and he drove all his livestock before him, along with all the possessions he had acquired in Paddan-aram, to go to his father Isaac in the land in Canaan.
American Standard Version:
and he carried away all his cattle, and all his substance which he had gathered, the cattle of his getting, which he had gathered in Paddan-aram, to go to Isaac his father unto the land of Canaan.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
And he carried away{H5090} all his cattle{H4735}, and all his goods{H7399} which he had gotten{H7408}, the cattle{H4735} of his getting{H7075}, which he had gotten{H7408} in Padanaram{H6307}, for to go{H935} to Isaac{H3327} his father{H1} in the land{H776} of Canaan{H3667}.
Cross-References (KJV):
Genesis 28:21
- So that I come again to my father's house in peace; then shall the LORD be my God:
Genesis 27:1
- ¶ And it came to pass, that when Isaac was old, and his eyes were dim, so that he could not see, he called Esau his eldest son, and said unto him, My son: and he said unto him, Behold, [here am] I.
Genesis 27:2
- And he said, Behold now, I am old, I know not the day of my death:
Genesis 27:41
- ¶ And Esau hated Jacob because of the blessing wherewith his father blessed him: and Esau said in his heart, The days of mourning for my father are at hand; then will I slay my brother Jacob.
Genesis 35:27
- And Jacob came unto Isaac his father unto Mamre, unto the city of Arbah, which [is] Hebron, where Abraham and Isaac sojourned.
Genesis 35:29
- And Isaac gave up the ghost, and died, and was gathered unto his people, [being] old and full of days: and his sons Esau and Jacob buried him.
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Commentary for Genesis 31:18
Genesis 31:18 is a verse from the Old Testament that captures a moment in the life of Jacob, the grandson of Abraham and son of Isaac. The verse is part of a larger narrative that details Jacob's departure from his uncle Laban's household in Padanaram (also known as Haran), located in present-day Turkey or Syria.
**Themes:**
1. **Providence and Blessing:** Jacob's acquisition of wealth and possessions is seen as a fulfillment of God's promise to bless him, as part of the covenant made with his forefathers Abraham and Isaac.
2. **Family Dynamics and Deception:** The verse follows a period of tension and deception between Jacob and Laban, including Jacob's marriages to Leah and Rachel and the complex family interactions that result.
3. **Journey and Return:** Jacob's departure marks a significant turning point in his life, as he returns to the land of Canaan, fulfilling his promise to God and signaling a new chapter in his relationship with his brother Esau.
4. **Divine Guidance:** The broader context of Jacob's journey suggests that his return is not merely a personal decision but is guided by divine instruction, emphasizing the theme of God's active role in the lives of the patriarchs.
**Historical Context:**
The verse is set within the patriarchal narratives of the book of Genesis, which describe the lives and experiences of the ancestors of the Israelite people. This period is characterized by nomadic lifestyles, with wealth measured in terms of livestock and the ability to sustain large households.
During this time, family alliances were crucial for economic stability and social status. Jacob's sojourn in Padanaram was initially intended to secure a wife from his mother's family and to escape the wrath of his brother Esau, whom he had deceived out of his birthright and blessing.
Jacob's departure from Laban's household is precipitated by a combination of factors, including his growing wealth and the strained relationship with Laban, who feels cheated by Jacob's success. The verse reflects the culmination of Jacob's time with Laban and his readiness to face the consequences of his earlier actions by returning to his homeland and reconciling with Esau.
In summary, Genesis 31:18 encapsulates the themes of divine blessing, complex family relationships, and the journey towards reconciliation and fulfillment of God's promises within the historical context of early Israelite history and the patriarchal narratives.
*This commentary is produced by Microsoft/WizardLM-2-8x22B AI model
Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H5090
There are 31 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: נָהַג
Transliteration: nâhag
Pronunciation: naw-hag'
Description: a primitive root; to drive forth (a person, an animal or chariot), i.e. lead, carry away; reflexively, to proceed (i.e. impel or guide oneself); also (from the panting induced by effort), to sigh; acquaint, bring (away), carry away, drive (away), lead (away, forth), (be) guide, lead (away, forth). - Strong's Number: H4735
There are 64 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: מִקְנֶה
Transliteration: miqneh
Pronunciation: mik-neh'
Description: from קָנָה; something bought, i.e. property, but only livestock; abstractly, acquisition; cattle, flock, herd, possession, purchase, substance. - Strong's Number: H7399
There are 27 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: רְכוּשׁ
Transliteration: rᵉkûwsh
Pronunciation: rek-oosh'
Description: or רְכֻשׁ; from passive participle of רָכַשׁ; property (as gathered); good, riches, substance. - Strong's Number: H7408
There are 4 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: רָכַשׁ
Transliteration: râkash
Pronunciation: raw-kash'
Description: a primitive root; to lay up, i.e. collect; gather, get. - Strong's Number: H7075
There are 10 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: קִנְיָן
Transliteration: qinyân
Pronunciation: kin-yawn'
Description: from קָנָה; creation, i.e. (concretely) creatures; also acquisition, purchase, wealth; getting, goods, [idiom] with money, riches, substance. - Strong's Number: H6307
There are 11 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: פַּדָּן
Transliteration: Paddân
Pronunciation: pad-dawn'
Description: from an unused root meaning to extend; a plateau; or פַּדַּן אֲרָם; from the same and אֲרָם; the table-land of Aram; Paddan or Paddan-Aram, a region of Syria; Padan, Padan-aram. - Strong's Number: H935
There are 2307 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: בּוֹא
Transliteration: bôwʼ
Pronunciation: bo
Description: a primitive root; to go or come (in a wide variety of applications); abide, apply, attain, [idiom] be, befall, [phrase] besiege, bring (forth, in, into, to pass), call, carry, [idiom] certainly, (cause, let, thing for) to come (against, in, out, upon, to pass), depart, [idiom] doubtless again, [phrase] eat, [phrase] employ, (cause to) enter (in, into, -tering, -trance, -try), be fallen, fetch, [phrase] follow, get, give, go (down, in, to war), grant, [phrase] have, [idiom] indeed, (in-) vade, lead, lift (up), mention, pull in, put, resort, run (down), send, set, [idiom] (well) stricken (in age), [idiom] surely, take (in), way. - Strong's Number: H3327
There are 101 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: יִצְחָק
Transliteration: Yitschâq
Pronunciation: yits-khawk'
Description: from צָחַק; laughter (i.e. mochery); Jitschak (or Isaac), son of Abraham; Isaac. Compare יִשְׂחָק. - Strong's Number: H1
There are 15773 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אָב
Transliteration: ʼâb
Pronunciation: awb
Description: a primitive word; father, in a literal and immediate, or figurative and remote application; chief, (fore-) father(-less), [idiom] patrimony, principal. Compare names in 'Abi-'. - Strong's Number: H776
There are 2739 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אֶרֶץ
Transliteration: ʼerets
Pronunciation: eh'-rets
Description: from an unused root probably meaning to be firm; the earth (at large, or partitively a land); [idiom] common, country, earth, field, ground, land, [idiom] natins, way, [phrase] wilderness, world. - Strong's Number: H3667
There are 91 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: כְּנַעַן
Transliteration: Kᵉnaʻan
Pronunciation: ken-ah'-an
Description: from כָּנַע; humiliated; Kenaan, a son a Ham; also the country inhabited by him; Canaan, merchant, traffick.