Genesis 35:16
“And they journeyed from Beth-el; and there was but a little way to come to Ephrath: and Rachel travailed, and she had hard labour.”
What does Genesis 35:16 mean?
Genesis 35:16 (KJV) reads, "And they journeyed from Bethel; and there was but a little way to come to Ephrath: and Rachel travailed, and she had hard labor." This verse comes at a pivotal moment in the narrative of the book of Genesis. It refers to the journey of Jacob and his…
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In Genesis 35:16, the Holy Scripture provides a poignant moment in the life of Jacob and Rachel: "And they journeyed from Beth-el; and there was but a little way to come to Ephrath: and Rachel travailed, and she had hard labour." This verse encapsulates a profound period of…
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Heavenly Father, In the quiet of this sacred moment, we come before You, reflecting on the profound journey of life. Just as Jacob and his family traveled from Beth-el toward Ephrath, we too traverse our own roads, filled with challenges and tribulations. We stand in awe of Your…
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