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From Longing to Praise
Commentators trace a spiritual journey in the names Leah gives her sons. While the first names expressed a deep longing for her husband's love, the name Judah ('praise') marks a shift. Scholars suggest she moved from seeking human affection to finding her ultimate comfort and joy in praising God alone for His goodness.
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Albert Barnes
On Genesis 29:1–35
18th Century
Theologian
Genesis 29:6: רחל rāchēl — Rachel, “a ewe.”
Genesis 29:16: לאה lê'âh — Leah, “we…
Charles Ellicott
On Genesis 29:32–35
19th Century
Bishop
She called his name Reuben. —There is something very touching in the history of these four births. When the first child is born, Leah joyf…
John Gill
On Genesis 29:35
17th Century
Pastor
And she conceived again, and bore a son
A fourth son, a son in whose line, and from whose tribe, the Messiah was to …
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Matthew Henry
On Genesis 29:31–35
17th Century
Minister
The names Leah gave her children expressed her respect and regard for both God and her husband. Reuben, meaning "See a son," reflected her thought,…