Genesis 32:3-21
Summary for Gen 32:3-5: 32:3-5 a Apparently inspired by the vision of angels (32:1 b, Hebrew mal’akim), Jacob sent messengers (mal’akim) into Edom to meet Esau.Summary for Gen 32:7-8: 32:7-8 c Jacob divided his company into two groups or camps (Hebrew makhanoth, related to “Mahanaim” in 32:2 d) because he was afraid, remembering Esau’s character and his threat to kill Jacob (see 25:25 e; 27:41 f).
Summary for Gen 32:9-12: 32:9-12 g Jacob’s prayer is a wonderful example of how to address God. He based his appeal on God’s will, reminding God of his relationship with him, his command for him to return to the land, and his promise (32:9 h). He had a correct attitude of genuine humility and total dependence on God (32:10 i). Finally, he asked that God rescue him from his brother, and he repeated God’s promises (see 22:17 j).
Summary for Gen 32:13-21: 32:13-21 k Taking a large portion of the wealth God had blessed him with (some 550 animals), Jacob prepared a gift to appease Esau’s anger and gain his favor.
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