King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
So went the present over before him: and himself lodged that night in the company.
Complete Jewish Bible:
So the present crossed over ahead of him, and he himself stayed that night in the camp.
Berean Standard Bible:
So Jacob’s gifts went on before him, while he spent the night in the camp.
American Standard Version:
So the present passed over before him: and he himself lodged that night in the company.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
So went{H5674} the present{H4503} over{H5674} before him{H6440}: and himself lodged{H3885} that night{H3915} in the company{H4264}.
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Commentary for Genesis 32:21
**Verse Theme:**
The theme of Genesis 32:21 revolves around preparation for a significant encounter and the demonstration of humility and diplomacy. Jacob is preparing to meet his estranged brother Esau, with whom he has a complicated history, including Jacob's deception to obtain their father's blessing.
**Historical Context:**
The historical context of this verse is the patriarchal period, where family dynamics and inheritance were crucial for the continuation of lineage and blessing. Jacob, having left his home to escape Esau's wrath and to find a wife, is now returning to Canaan after many years. He is anxious about meeting Esau again, especially since he has heard that Esau is coming to meet him with four hundred men.
In an attempt to appease Esau and possibly protect his family, Jacob sends a series of gifts, or "presents," ahead of him to Esau, hoping to soften his brother's heart. This act is part of a larger strategy of conciliation and reflects Jacob's understanding of the importance of family ties, as well as his concern for the safety of his wives, children, and servants.
The verse indicates that after sending the gifts, Jacob spends the night at a specific location, which in the broader context of the chapter is identified as the ford of the Jabbok, a significant place where Jacob will soon wrestle with God (Genesis 32:22-32). This encounter will result in Jacob's name being changed to Israel, signifying a transformation in his identity and a new beginning in his relationship with God and his brother.
In summary, Genesis 32:21 captures a moment of tension and anticipation as Jacob strategically seeks reconciliation with his brother Esau, while also foreshadowing a pivotal spiritual encounter that will mark a turning point in Jacob's life.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H5674
There are 493 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: עָבַר
Transliteration: ʻâbar
Pronunciation: aw-bar'
Description: a primitive root; to cross over; used very widely of any transition (literal or figurative; transitive, intransitive, intensive, causative); specifically, to cover (in copulation); alienate, alter, [idiom] at all, beyond, bring (over, through), carry over, (over-) come (on, over), conduct (over), convey over, current, deliver, do away, enter, escape, fail, gender, get over, (make) go (away, beyond, by, forth, his way, in, on, over, through), have away (more), lay, meddle, overrun, make partition, (cause to, give, make to, over) pass(-age, along, away, beyond, by, -enger, on, out, over, through), (cause to, make) [phrase] proclaim(-amation), perish, provoke to anger, put away, rage, [phrase] raiser of taxes, remove, send over, set apart, [phrase] shave, cause to (make) sound, [idiom] speedily, [idiom] sweet smelling, take (away), (make to) transgress(-or), translate, turn away, (way-) faring man, be wrath. - Strong's Number: H4503
There are 194 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: מִנְחָה
Transliteration: minchâh
Pronunciation: min-khaw'
Description: from an unused root meaning to apportion, i.e. bestow; a donation; euphemistically, tribute; specifically a sacrificial offering (usually bloodless and voluntary); gift, oblation, (meat) offering, present, sacrifice. - Strong's Number: H6440
There are 1890 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: פָּנִים
Transliteration: pânîym
Pronunciation: paw-neem'
Description: plural (but always as singular) of an unused noun פָּנֶה; from פָּנָה); the face (as the part that turns); used in a great variety of applications (literally and figuratively); also (with prepositional prefix) as a preposition (before, etc.); [phrase] accept, a-(be-) fore(-time), against, anger, [idiom] as (long as), at, [phrase] battle, [phrase] because (of), [phrase] beseech, countenance, edge, [phrase] employ, endure, [phrase] enquire, face, favour, fear of, for, forefront(-part), form(-er time, -ward), from, front, heaviness, [idiom] him(-self), [phrase] honourable, [phrase] impudent, [phrase] in, it, look(-eth) (-s), [idiom] me, [phrase] meet, [idiom] more than, mouth, of, off, (of) old (time), [idiom] on, open, [phrase] out of, over against, the partial, person, [phrase] please, presence, propect, was purposed, by reason of, [phrase] regard, right forth, [phrase] serve, [idiom] shewbread, sight, state, straight, [phrase] street, [idiom] thee, [idiom] them(-selves), through ([phrase] -out), till, time(-s) past, (un-) to(-ward), [phrase] upon, upside ([phrase] down), with(-in, [phrase] -stand), [idiom] ye, [idiom] you. - Strong's Number: H3885
There are 79 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: לוּן
Transliteration: lûwn
Pronunciation: loon
Description: or לִין; a primitive root; to stop (usually over night); by implication, to stay permanently; hence (in a bad sense) to be obstinate (especially in words, to complain); abide (all night), continue, dwell, endure, grudge, be left, lie all night, (cause to) lodge (all night, in, -ing, this night), (make to) murmur, remain, tarry (all night, that night). - Strong's Number: H3915
There are 223 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: לַיִל
Transliteration: layil
Pronunciation: lah'-yil
Description: or (Isaiah 21:11) לֵיל; also לַיְלָה; from the same as לוּל; properly, a twist (away of the light), i.e. night; figuratively, adversity; (mid-)night (season). - Strong's Number: H4264
There are 190 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: מַחֲנֶה
Transliteration: machăneh
Pronunciation: makh-an-eh'
Description: from חָנָה; an encampment (of travellers or troops); hence, an army, whether literal (of soldiers) or figurative (of dancers, angels, cattle, locusts, stars; or even the sacred courts); army, band, battle, camp, company, drove, host, tents.