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,”

"And Hamor and Shechem his son came unto the gate of their city, and communed with the men of their city, saying," - Genesis 34:20
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What does Genesis 34:20 mean?

Genesis 34:20 (KJV) - "And Hamor and Shechem his son came unto the gate of their city, and communed with the men of their city, saying:" The book of Genesis is the first book of the Bible and is considered to be a foundational text for the faith of Judaism, Christianity, and…

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Communion at the Gate: A Lesson from Shechem

In Genesis 34:20, we find a pivotal moment in the story of Dinah, the daughter of Jacob and Leah, where tension arises, and decisions are made that will ultimately affect the destinies of several families. The verse states, ‘And Hamor and Shechem his son came unto the gate of…

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A Heart for Reconciliation: A Prayer Inspired by Genesis 34:20

Heavenly Father, We come before You in the spirit of prayer and reflection, seeking your guidance and wisdom as we navigate the complexities of relationships and reconciliation in our lives. Your inspired Word reminds us in Genesis 34:20 – "And Hamor and Shechem his son came…

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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,"
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Matthew 20:29-34
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Numbers 34:20 - "And of the tribe of the children of Simeon, Shemuel the son of Ammihud."
Genesis 21:34 - "And Abraham sojourned in the Philistines' land many days."
Genesis 24:34 - "And he said, I am Abraham's servant."
Genesis 34:18 - "And their words pleased Hamor, and Shechem Hamor's son."
Psalms 34:20 - "He keepeth all his bones: not one of them is broken."
Genesis 34:31 - "And they said, Should he deal with our sister as with an harlot?"
Genesis 36:34 - "And Jobab died, and Husham of the land of Temani reigned in his stead."
Genesis 34:28 - "They took their sheep, and their oxen, and their asses, and that which was in the city, and that which was in the field,"
Genesis 30:34 - "And Laban said, Behold, I would it might be according to thy word."
Genesis 34:6 - "¶ And Hamor the father of Shechem went out unto Jacob to commune with him."
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Luke 20:34 - "And Jesus answering said unto them, The children of this world marry, and are given in marriage:"
Genesis 34:15 - "But in this will we consent unto you: If ye will be as we be, that every male of you be circumcised;"
Genesis 34:27 - "The sons of Jacob came upon the slain, and spoiled the city, because they had defiled their sister."
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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