Genesis 34:21

“These men are peaceable with us; therefore let them dwell in the land, and trade therein; for the land, behold, it is large enough for them; let us take their daughters to us for wives, and let us give them our daughters.”

"These men are peaceable with us; therefore let them dwell in the land, and trade therein; for the land, behold, it is large enough for them; let us take their daughters to us for wives, and let us give them our daughters." - Genesis 34:21
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What does Genesis 34:21 mean?

In Genesis 34:21 (KJV), we read the following story: "These men are peaceable with us; therefore let them dwell in the land and trade therein; for the land, behold, it is large enough for them; let us take their daughters to us for wives, and let us give them our daughters."…

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Covenant of Peace and Its Implications

Genesis 34:21 (KJV) states, "These men are peaceable with us; therefore let them dwell in the land, and trade therein; for the land, behold, it is large enough for them; let us take their daughters to us for wives, and let us give them our daughters." This profound statement…

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A Prayer for Peaceful Coexistence and Harmony

Dear Heavenly Father, As I come before You today, I want to reflect on the profound truth found in Genesis 34:21, where it is said, "These men are peaceable with us; therefore let them dwell in the land, and trade therein; for the land, behold, it is large enough for them; let…

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Genesis 34:21 - "These men are peaceable with us; therefore let them dwell in the land, and trade therein; for the land, behold, it is large enough for them; let us take their daughters to us for wives, and let us give them our daughters."
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Numbers 34:21 - "Of the tribe of Benjamin, Elidad the son of Chislon."
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Genesis 34:4 - "And Shechem spake unto his father Hamor, saying, Get me this damsel to wife."
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