Genesis 32:8

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

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

Cross References

Genesis 32:7

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

Genesis 32:9

Then Jacob prayed: You, LORD, are the God who was worshipped by my grandfather Abraham and by my father Isaac. You told me to return home to my family, and you promised to be with me and make me successful.

Matthew 10:16

I am sending you like lambs into a pack of wolves. So be as wise as snakes and as innocent as doves.