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A Shepherd's Gentle Pace
Commentators highlight that Jacob's decision to travel slowly was born of tender care for his young children and livestock. Matthew Henry sees this as a beautiful illustration of Christ, the Good Shepherd, who "gathers the lambs with his arm... and gently leads those that are with young" (Isaiah 40:11). This serves as a model for all parents, pastors, and leaders to lead with patience and care for the vulnerable.
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Albert Barnes
On Genesis 33:1–20
18th Century
Theologian
סכת (sûkkôth) refers to Sukkoth, meaning “booths,” which consisted of poles forming a roof covered with branches, leaves, or gras…
Charles Ellicott
On Genesis 33:1–20
19th Century
Bishop
John Gill
On Genesis 33:14
17th Century
Pastor
Let my lord, I pray you, pass over before his servant
He desired in a very respectable manner that he would not keep…
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Matthew Henry
On Genesis 33:1–16
17th Century
Minister
Jacob, having by prayer committed his case to God, went on his way. Come what will, nothing can come amiss to him whose heart is fixed, trusting in…