Genesis 32:6

Contemporary English Version 1995

When the messengers returned, they told Jacob, “We went to your brother Esau, and now he is heading this way with 400 men.”

Cross References

Genesis 33:1

Later that day Jacob met Esau coming with his 400 men. So Jacob told his children to walk with their mothers.

Amos 5:19

You will run from a lion, only to meet a bear. You will escape to your house, rest your hand on the wall, and be bitten by a snake.

Genesis 32:11

Please rescue me from my brother. I am afraid he will come and attack not only me, but my wives and children as well.

Genesis 32:8

He thought, “If Esau attacks one group, perhaps the other can escape.”

Genesis 32:7

Jacob was so frightened that he divided his people, sheep, cattle, and camels into two groups.

Genesis 31:18

northern Syria for the home of his father Isaac in Canaan. Jacob took along all his flocks, herds, and other property.

Genesis 33:8

Esau asked Jacob, “Why did you send those herds I met along the road?” “Master,” Jacob answered, “I sent them so you would be friendly to me.”

Genesis 33:15

Esau replied, “Let me leave some of my men with you.” “You don't have to do that,” Jacob answered. “I am happy, simply knowing that you are friendly to me.”

Genesis 34:11

Shechem added, “Do this favor for me, and I'll give whatever you want.

Genesis 47:25

“Sir, you have saved our lives!” they answered. “We are glad to be slaves of the king.”

Ruth 2:13

Ruth replied, “Sir, it's good of you to speak kindly to me and make me feel so welcome. I'm not even one of your servants.”

1 Samuel 1:18

“Sir, thank you for being so kind to me,” Hannah said. Then she left, and after eating something, she felt much better.