Genesis 31:39
“That which was torn of beasts I brought not unto thee; I bare the loss of it; of my hand didst thou require it, whether stolen by day, or stolen by night.”

What does Genesis 31:39 mean?
The Bible verse Genesis 31:39 from the King James Version, which reads, "That which was torn of beasts I brought not unto thee; I bare the loss of it; of my hand didst thou require it, whether stolen by day, or stolen by night," is part of the narrative of Jacob's departure from…
Read full commentaryDevotionalThe Cost of Integrity: Reflection on Genesis 31:39
In Genesis 31:39, Jacob declares, "That which was torn of beasts I brought not unto thee; I bare the loss of it; of my hand didst thou require it, whether stolen by day, or stolen by night." This profound statement encapsulates concepts of integrity, responsibility, and the…
Read devotionalPrayerA Prayer of Stewardship and Accountability
Heavenly Father, As I come before Your throne, I am reminded of the profound lessons embedded within Your Word, particularly in Genesis 31:39, where Jacob reflects on the weight of responsibility and the deep sense of stewardship he carried. "That which was torn of beasts I…
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