Translations
Modern
So Jacob’s gifts went on before him, while he spent the night in the camp.
Traditional
So went the present over before him: and himself lodged that night in the company.
Literal
And the gift passed over before his face, and he lodged that night in the camp.
Latin
Præcesserunt itaque munera ante eum, ipse vero mansit nocte illa in castris.
Original
Hebrew
English
So Jacob’s gifts went on before him, while he spent the night in the camp.
Notes
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.
Theme notes and profiles
Glossary
Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Ebla Tablets Genesis, Book of History of Israel Nathanael Patriarchs, Period of the Prayer
Topics
Prayer: Answered: Jacob, for Deliverance from Esau Presents: Sometimes Sent Before the Giver Prudence: Jacob Prudence: Jacob, in his Conduct Toward Esau Travellers: Generally Halted at Wells or Streams