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A Mother's Instruction
Commentator John Gill observes the curious order in the text, where Joseph is mentioned before his mother, Rachel. He suggests this might be because Rachel, as a loving mother, presented her young son (around six years old) first to Esau, teaching him how to make the proper gesture of respect. This detail adds a layer of human tenderness to the formal procession.
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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
Charles Spurgeon
On Genesis 33:6–10
19th Century
Preacher
Then the handmaidens came near, they and their children, and they bowed themselves. And Leah also with her children came near, and bowed themse…
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John Gill
On Genesis 33:7
17th Century
Pastor
And Leah also with her children came near, and bowed themselves Who were in the next division or company; their children …
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…