Genesis 32:7
Then Jacob was very afraid and upset. So he divided the people who were with him into two camps, and also the flocks, the herds, and the camels.
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8He said, “If Esau comes to one camp and attacks it, then the camp that is left will escape.”
Cross References
Genesis 33:1Jacob looked up and, behold, Esau was coming, and with him were four hundred men. Jacob divided the children among Leah, Rachel, and the two female servants.
Exodus 14:10When Pharaoh came close, the Israelites looked up and were surprised. The Egyptians were marching after them, and they were terrified. The Israelites cried out to Yahweh.
Psalms 31:13For I have heard the whispering of many, 1 terrifying news from every side 1 as they plot together against me. 1 They plot to take away my life. 1
Psalms 61:2From the ends of the earth will I call to you when my heart is faint; 1 lead me to the rock that is higher than I. 1
Psalms 112:5It goes well for the man who deals graciously and lends money, 1 who conducts his affairs with honesty. 1
Proverbs 2:11Discretion will watch over you, 1 understanding will guard you. 1
Matthew Henry on Genesis 32:4-9
3 And Jacob sent messengers before him to Esau his brother unto the land of Seir, the country of Edom. 4 And he commanded them, saying, Thus shall ye speak unto my lord Esau; Thy servant Jacob saith thus, I have sojourned with Laban, and stayed there until now: 5 And I have oxen, and asses, flocks, and menservants, and womenservants: and I have sent to tell my lord, that I may find grace in thy sight. 6 And the messengers returned to Jacob, saying, We came to thy brother Esau, and also he cometh to meet thee, and… Read the whole commentary →