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Trusting God, Not Guards
Commentators note that Jacob's refusal of Esau's armed escort shows a significant shift in his character. Having just wrestled with God and survived, he now places his trust in divine protection rather than human strength. He politely declines the men because his ultimate security comes from God.
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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 33:15
17th Century
Pastor
And Esau said, let me now leave with you [some] of the folk
that [are] with me
To sho…
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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…