Genesis 34:18

“And their words pleased Hamor, and Shechem Hamor’s son.”

"And their words pleased Hamor, and Shechem Hamor’s son." - Genesis 34:18
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What does Genesis 34:18 mean?

Genesis 34:18 in the King James Version of the Bible states: "And their words pleased Hamor, and Shechem Hamor's son. 19 And the young man deferred not to do the thing, because he had delight in Jacob's daughter: and he was more honourable than all the house of his father." This…

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The Pleasing Words: Understanding Influence and Consequence in our Choices

In the intricate narrative of Genesis 34, we encounter a powerful story illustrating the dynamics of choice, influence, and consequence, highlighted in the verse, "And their words pleased Hamor, and Shechem Hamor's son" (Genesis 34:18 KJV). To understand this verse and its…

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A Prayer of Understanding and Unity Inspired by Genesis 34:18

Heavenly Father, We come before You today in reverence and humility, seeking Your guidance as we reflect on the events narrated in Genesis 34:18, where it is stated, "And their words pleased Hamor, and Shechem Hamor's son." In this moment, we are reminded of the profound impact…

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Genesis 34:4 - "And Shechem spake unto his father Hamor, saying, Get me this damsel to wife."
Genesis 34:17 - "But if ye will not hearken unto us, to be circumcised; then will we take our daughter, and we will be gone."
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Genesis 34:20 - "¶ And Hamor and Shechem his son came unto the gate of their city, and communed with the men of their city, saying,"