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A Mix of Motives
Commentators note that Hamor and Shechem's agreement was driven by a mix of motives. Shechem was motivated by his intense love for Dinah, while his father Hamor was driven by love for his son. Beyond personal feelings, they also saw the practical, economic, and political advantages of merging their people with Jacob's prosperous family.
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Albert Barnes
On Genesis 34:1–31
18th Century
Theologian
This chapter records the rape of Dinah and the revenge of her brothers.
Dinah went out to see the daught…
Charles Ellicott
On Genesis 34:1–31
19th Century
Bishop
John Calvin
On Genesis 34:18
16th Century
Theologian
And their words pleased Hamor. Moses continues the account until he reaches the slaughter of the Shechemites. Hamor had, no doubt, been pe…
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John Gill
On Genesis 34:18
17th Century
Pastor
And their words pleased Hamor, and Shechem Hamor's son The condition proposed was acceptable to them both, and they agree…
Matthew Henry
On Genesis 34:1–19
17th Century
Minister
Young people, especially females, are never safer or better off than under the care of pious parents. Their own ignorance, and the flattery and dec…