Genesis 31:11
Genesis 31:11 in Multiple Translations
In that dream the angel of God said to me, ‘Jacob!’ And I replied, ‘Here I am.’
And the angel of God spake unto me in a dream, saying, Jacob: And I said, Here am I.
And the angel of God said unto me in the dream, Jacob: and I said, Here am I.
And in my dream the angel of the Lord said to me, Jacob: and I said, Here am I.
Then in the dream the angel of the Lord spoke to me and said, ‘Jacob!’ I replied, ‘I'm here.’
And the Angel of God sayde to mee in a dreame, Iaakob. And I answered, Lo, I am here.
and the messenger of God saith unto me in the dream, Jacob, and I say, Here [am] I.
The angel of God said to me in the dream, ‘Jacob,’ and I said, ‘Here I am.’
And the angel of God spoke to me in a dream, saying, Jacob: And I said, Here am I.
And the angel of God said to me in my sleep: Jacob? And I answered: Here I am.
An angel who was sent by God said to me in the dream, ‘Jacob!’ I replied, ‘I am here!’
Then in that dream there was an angel messenger from God, and he said, ‘Jacob.’ And I said, ‘Yes, I am listening.’
Berean Amplified Bible — Genesis 31:11
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Genesis 31:11 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יֹּ֨אמֶר
אֵלַ֜/י
מַלְאַ֧ךְ
הָ/אֱלֹהִ֛ים
בַּ/חֲל֖וֹם
יַֽעֲקֹ֑ב
וָ/אֹמַ֖ר
הִנֵּֽנִ/י
וַ/יֹּ֨אמֶר
ʼâmar
H559
to say
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
אֵלַ֜/י
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep | Suff
מַלְאַ֧ךְ
mălʼâk
H4397
messenger
N-ms
הָ/אֱלֹהִ֛ים
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
God
Art | N-mp
בַּ/חֲל֖וֹם
chălôwm
H2472
dream
Prep | N-ms
יַֽעֲקֹ֑ב
Yaʻăqôb
H3290
Jacob
N-proper
וָ/אֹמַ֖ר
ʼâmar
H559
to say
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-1cs
הִנֵּֽנִ/י
hinnêh
H2009
behold
Part | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Genesis 31:11
וַ/יֹּ֨אמֶר
ʼâmar
H559
"to say"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
This Hebrew word means to say or speak, and it's used in many different ways in the Bible. It can mean to command, promise, or think, and it's translated in the KJV as 'answer', 'appoint', or 'command'.
Definition: 1) to say, speak, utter 1a) (Qal) to say, to answer, to say in one's heart, to think, to command, to promise, to intend 1b) (Niphal) to be told, to be said, to be called 1c) (Hithpael) to boast, to act proudly 1d) (Hiphil) to avow, to avouch Aramaic equivalent: a.mar (אֲמַר "to say" H0560)
Usage: Occurs in 4337 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, avouch, bid, boast self, call, certify, challenge, charge, [phrase] (at the, give) command(-ment), commune, consider, declare, demand, [idiom] desire, determine, [idiom] expressly, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] intend, name, [idiom] plainly, promise, publish, report, require, say, speak (against, of), [idiom] still, [idiom] suppose, talk, tell, term, [idiom] that is, [idiom] think, use (speech), utter, [idiom] verily, [idiom] yet. See also: Genesis 1:3; Genesis 18:23; Genesis 25:32.
אֵלַ֜/י
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Prep | Suff
This Hebrew word means 'to' or 'toward', showing direction or movement. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, to indicate where someone is going. The KJV translates it in various ways, like 'about', 'according to', or 'against'.
Definition: 1) to, toward, unto (of motion) 2) into (limit is actually entered) 2a) in among 3) toward (of direction, not necessarily physical motion) 4) against (motion or direction of a hostile character) 5) in addition to, to 6) concerning, in regard to, in reference to, on account of 7) according to (rule or standard) 8) at, by, against (of one's presence) 9) in between, in within, to within, unto (idea of motion to)
Usage: Occurs in 4205 OT verses. KJV: about, according to, after, against, among, as for, at, because(-fore, -side), both...and, by, concerning, for, from, [idiom] hath, in(-to), near, (out) of, over, through, to(-ward), under, unto, upon, whether, with(-in). See also: Genesis 1:9; Genesis 21:14; Genesis 31:13.
מַלְאַ֧ךְ
mălʼâk
H4397
"messenger"
N-ms
A messenger or representative, often of God, like an angel, prophet, or priest, as seen in Isaiah 42:19 and Haggai 1:13, carrying out God's will.
Definition: : messenger 1) messenger, representative 1a) messenger 1b) angel 1c) the theophanic angel
Usage: Occurs in 196 OT verses. KJV: ambassador, angel, king, messenger. See also: Genesis 16:7; 2 Samuel 24:16; Psalms 34:8.
הָ/אֱלֹהִ֛ים
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
"God"
Art | N-mp
The Hebrew word for God, elohim, refers to the one supreme God, and is sometimes used to show respect to judges or magistrates. It is also used to describe angels or mighty beings. This word is closely related to the name of the Lord, Yahweh, and is often translated as God or gods in the Bible.
Definition: This name means "gods" (plural intensive-singular meaning), "God" Another name of ye.ho.vah (יהוה "LORD" H3068G)
Usage: Occurs in 2246 OT verses. KJV: angels, [idiom] exceeding, God (gods) (-dess, -ly), [idiom] (very) great, judges, [idiom] mighty. See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 22:12; Exodus 3:11.
בַּ/חֲל֖וֹם
chălôwm
H2472
"dream"
Prep | N-ms
This Hebrew word means a dream, which can be ordinary or have a prophetic meaning, as seen in the Bible where God communicates through dreams. It appears in the story of Joseph in Genesis. The word is also used in Joel 2:28.
Definition: 1) dream 1a) dream (ordinary) 1b) dream (with prophetic meaning) Aramaic equivalent: che.lem (חֵ֫לֶם "dream" H2493)
Usage: Occurs in 54 OT verses. KJV: dream(-er). See also: Genesis 20:3; Deuteronomy 13:2; Psalms 73:20.
יַֽעֲקֹ֑ב
Yaʻăqôb
H3290
"Jacob"
N-proper
This word is the name of a person, Jacob, a key figure in the Bible. He was the son of Isaac and Rebekah, and the father of many tribes of Israel. The KJV simply translates it as Jacob.
Definition: A man living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.25.26; son of: Isaac (H3327) and Rebekah (H7259); brother of: Esau (H6215); married to Rachel (H7354), Leah (H3812), Zilpah (H2153) and Bilhah (H1090A); father of: Reuben (H7205), Simeon (H8095), Levi (H3878), Judah (H3063), Dan (H1835H), Naphtali (H5321), Gad (H1410), Asher (H0836), Issachar (H3485), Zebulun (H2074), Dinah (H1783), Joseph (H3130) and Benjamin (H1144); also called Jacob frequently Another name of yis.ra.el (יִשְׂרָאֵל "Israel" H3478) § Jacob = "heel holder" or "supplanter" son of Isaac, grandson of Abraham, and father of the 12 patriarchs of the tribes of Israel
Usage: Occurs in 319 OT verses. KJV: Jacob. See also: Genesis 25:26; Genesis 34:1; Psalms 14:7.
וָ/אֹמַ֖ר
ʼâmar
H559
"to say"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-1cs
This Hebrew word means to say or speak, and it's used in many different ways in the Bible. It can mean to command, promise, or think, and it's translated in the KJV as 'answer', 'appoint', or 'command'.
Definition: 1) to say, speak, utter 1a) (Qal) to say, to answer, to say in one's heart, to think, to command, to promise, to intend 1b) (Niphal) to be told, to be said, to be called 1c) (Hithpael) to boast, to act proudly 1d) (Hiphil) to avow, to avouch Aramaic equivalent: a.mar (אֲמַר "to say" H0560)
Usage: Occurs in 4337 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, avouch, bid, boast self, call, certify, challenge, charge, [phrase] (at the, give) command(-ment), commune, consider, declare, demand, [idiom] desire, determine, [idiom] expressly, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] intend, name, [idiom] plainly, promise, publish, report, require, say, speak (against, of), [idiom] still, [idiom] suppose, talk, tell, term, [idiom] that is, [idiom] think, use (speech), utter, [idiom] verily, [idiom] yet. See also: Genesis 1:3; Genesis 18:23; Genesis 25:32.
הִנֵּֽנִ/י
hinnêh
H2009
"behold"
Part | Suff
This Hebrew word is an expression that means 'behold' or 'look', often used to draw attention to something. It appears in Genesis and Isaiah, and is translated as 'behold' or 'lo' in the KJV.
Definition: behold, lo, see, if
Usage: Occurs in 799 OT verses. KJV: behold, lo, see. See also: Genesis 1:29; Genesis 42:35; Deuteronomy 19:18.
Study Notes — Genesis 31:11
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- Genesis 31:11 Summary
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- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Genesis 31:11
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 31:11
- Trapp's Commentary on Genesis 31:11
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Genesis 31:11
- Cambridge Bible on Genesis 31:11
- Whedon's Commentary on Genesis 31:11
- Sermons on Genesis 31:11
Context — Jacob Flees from Laban
9Thus God has taken away your father’s livestock and given them to me.
10When the flocks were breeding, I saw in a dream that the streaked, spotted, and speckled males were mating with the females.
11In that dream the angel of God said to me, ‘Jacob!’ And I replied, ‘Here I am.’
12‘Look up,’ he said, ‘and see that all the males that are mating with the flock are streaked, spotted, or speckled; for I have seen all that Laban has done to you. 13I am the God of Bethel, where you anointed the pillar and made a solemn vow to Me. Now get up, leave this land at once, and return to your native land.’”Cross References
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| 1 | Isaiah 58:9 | Then you will call, and the LORD will answer; you will cry out, and He will say, ‘Here I am.’ If you remove the yoke from your midst, the pointing of the finger and malicious talk, |
| 2 | Genesis 31:13 | I am the God of Bethel, where you anointed the pillar and made a solemn vow to Me. Now get up and leave this land at once, and return to your native land.’” |
| 3 | 1 Samuel 3:6 | Once again the LORD called, “Samuel!” So Samuel got up, went to Eli, and said, “Here I am, for you have called me.” “My son, I did not call,” Eli replied. “Go back and lie down.” |
| 4 | 1 Samuel 3:4 | Then the LORD called to Samuel, and he answered, “Here I am.” |
| 5 | Genesis 48:15–16 | Then he blessed Joseph and said: “May the God before whom my fathers Abraham and Isaac walked, the God who has been my shepherd all my life to this day, the angel who has redeemed me from all harm— may He bless these boys. And may they be called by my name and the names of my fathers Abraham and Isaac, and may they grow into a multitude upon the earth.” |
| 6 | Exodus 3:4 | When the LORD saw that he had gone over to look, God called out to him from within the bush, “Moses, Moses!” “Here I am,” he answered. |
| 7 | Genesis 22:1 | Some time later God tested Abraham and said to him, “Abraham!” “Here I am,” he answered. |
| 8 | 1 Samuel 3:16 | but Eli called to him and said, “Samuel, my son.” “Here I am,” answered Samuel. |
| 9 | 1 Samuel 3:8 | Once again, for the third time, the LORD called to Samuel. He got up, went to Eli, and said, “Here I am, for you have called me.” Then Eli realized that it was the LORD who was calling the boy. |
| 10 | Genesis 18:17 | And the LORD said, “Shall I hide from Abraham what I am about to do? |
Genesis 31:11 Summary
[In Genesis 31:11, the angel of God speaks to Jacob in a dream, showing that God is personally involved in Jacob's life and cares about his journey. This dream is a reminder that God guides us and communicates with us in various ways, as seen in other Bible stories like Genesis 2:16-17. Jacob's response of 'Here I am' demonstrates his willingness to listen and obey God, which is an important lesson for us to apply in our own lives, just like Abraham's example in Genesis 22:1.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the angel of God speaking to Jacob in a dream?
The angel of God speaking to Jacob in a dream emphasizes God's personal involvement in Jacob's life, as seen in Genesis 31:11, and highlights the importance of Jacob's journey and decisions, much like God's communication with other biblical figures, such as in Genesis 2:16-17.
Why did Jacob respond with 'Here I am' when the angel of God called his name?
Jacob's response of 'Here I am' indicates his willingness to listen and obey God, similar to Abraham's response in Genesis 22:1, demonstrating his humility and surrender to God's will.
Is this dream a unique event in Jacob's life or part of a larger pattern?
This dream is part of a larger pattern of God's communication with Jacob, as seen in Genesis 28:10-22, where Jacob had a similar dream, and in Genesis 35:1-15, where God appears to Jacob again, reinforcing the idea that God is actively guiding Jacob's life.
How does this verse relate to Jacob's overall story in the book of Genesis?
This verse is a pivotal moment in Jacob's story, as it marks a turning point in his relationship with Laban and sets the stage for his return to Canaan, fulfilling the promise God made to him in Genesis 28:15 and Genesis 31:3.
Reflection Questions
- What are some times in my life when I have felt God's presence or heard His voice, and how did I respond?
- How can I cultivate a deeper sense of humility and surrender to God's will, like Jacob's response in this verse?
- In what ways can I apply the principle of obedience to God's voice, as seen in Jacob's life, to my own decisions and actions?
- What are some dreams or desires that I have been putting off or neglecting, and how can I take steps to pursue them in faith, like Jacob's journey back to Canaan?
Gill's Exposition on Genesis 31:11
And the Angel of God spake unto me in a dream,.... In the same dream before related, and to direct him to observe what was presented to him, and to confirm what he saw, and lead him to the design and use of it.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 31:11
And the angel of God spake unto me in a dream, saying, Jacob: And I said, Here am I. The angel of God. That Divine Being styles himself (Genesis 31:13) the God of Beth-el (cf. Genesis 32:24-32; Genesis 35:9-15; Genesis 48:15-16).
Trapp's Commentary on Genesis 31:11
Genesis 31:11 And the angel of God spake unto me in a dream, [saying], Jacob: And I said, Here [am] I. Ver. 11.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Genesis 31:11
Verse 11. The angel of God spake unto me in a dream] It is strange that we had not heard of this dream before; and yet it seems to have taken place before the cattle brought forth, immediately after the bargain between him and Laban. If we follow the Samaritan the difficulty is at once removed, for it gives us the whole of this dream after Genesis 30:36 of the preceding chapter,
Cambridge Bible on Genesis 31:11
11. And the angel of God] The vision combines the account of the events connected with the wages in Genesis 30:31-42 with the mention of the Divine word to Jacob in Genesis 31:3. Notice the frequent use of “God” (Elohim), not Lord (Jehovah), in this chapter, Genesis 31:9; Genesis 31:11; Genesis 31:16; Genesis 31:24; Genesis 31:42.
Whedon's Commentary on Genesis 31:11
11. The angel of God spake — He refers probably to the same revelation as that of Gen 31:3. This word came to him in a dream, in which was repeated the vision of many a previous dream. Genesis 31:10.
Sermons on Genesis 31:11
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(Genesis) 47 - the Stirring Up of Jacob's Nest by S. Lewis Johnson | In this sermon, the speaker begins by acknowledging the length of the chapter being discussed, which is 55 verses long. He then reads excerpts from chapter 31 and mentions that he |
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Prayer as a Way of Walking in Love: A Personal Journey by Francis Chan | Francis Chan emphasizes the transformative power of prayer as a means of walking in love, sharing his personal journey of experiencing God's love through answered prayers. He recou |
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A Fast for Waters That Do Not Fail (Part 1) by John Piper | In this sermon, the speaker, Doug Nichols, emphasizes the importance of taking action and praying for more missionaries to bring the gospel to children suffering from malnutrition |
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God Is a Loving Heavenly Father by Zac Poonen | This sermon emphasizes the importance of seeing God as a loving Father who cares deeply for His children. It challenges believers to view God from a heavenly perspective, understan |
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"Loose Him, and Let Him Go!" by T. Austin-Sparks | James emphasizes the importance of drawing near to God, highlighting the significance of approaching Him in worship and communion, seeking to enter into a close relationship with H |
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Isaiah Chapter 28 the Mystery of Prayer by A.B. Simpson | A.B. Simpson explores the profound teachings of Isaiah on prayer, emphasizing that God is both the Hearer and Answerer of our prayers, always attentive to our needs even before we |
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Prayer and Character and Conduct by E.M. Bounds | E.M. Bounds emphasizes the profound connection between prayer, character, and conduct, asserting that prayer governs our actions and shapes our inner character. He explains that wh |