Genesis 35:15
“And Jacob called the name of the place where God spake with him, Beth-el.”

What does Genesis 35:15 mean?
Genesis 35:15 (KJV) reads, "And Jacob called the name of the place where God spake with him, Bethel." This verse comes from the Book of Genesis, which is the first book of the Bible and is a part of the Pentateuch, which is the first five books of the Old Testament. Genesis is a…
Read full commentaryDevotionalEncountering God at Beth-el: The Place of Divine Revelation
In Genesis 35:15 (KJV), we read, "And Jacob called the name of the place where God spake with him, Beth-el." This passage resonates deeply for anyone seeking to understand the significance of personal encounters with God. The location, Beth-el, which means 'House of God,' serves…
Read devotionalPrayerA Prayer of Recognition and Dedication at Beth-el
Heavenly Father, As I approach Your throne of grace, I do so with reverence and gratitude. I come to You, Lord, reflecting upon the sacred encounter that Jacob had at Beth-el, where he called the name of that place, recognizing it as the house of God. In Genesis 35:15, it is…
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