Genesis 32:19

Verse

He also instructed the second, the third, and all those following behind the herds: “When you meet Esau, you are to say the same thing to him.

American Standard Version (1901)

And he commanded also the second, and the third, and all that followed the droves, saying, On this manner shall ye speak unto Esau, when ye find him;

Bible in Basic English

And he gave the same orders to the second and the third and to all those who were with the herds, saying, This is what you are to say to Esau when you see him;

Douay-Rheims 1899

In like manner he commanded the second and the third, and all that followed the droves, saying: Speak ye the same words to Esau, when ye find him.

Free Bible Version

He gave the same instructions to those with the second and third and all the subsequent herds, telling them, “This what you are to say to Esau when he meets you.

Geneva Bible 1599

So likewise commanded he the seconde and the thirde, and all that followed the droues, saying, After this maner, ye shall speake vnto Esau, when ye finde him.

King James (Authorized) Version

And so commanded he the second, and the third, and all that followed the droves, saying, On this manner shall ye speak unto Esau, when ye find him.

One Unity Resource Bible

He enjoined also the second, and the third, and all that followed the herds, saying, “This is how you shall speak to Esau [Hairy], when you find him.

Translation for Translators

He also said the same thing to the servants who were taking care of the second and third groups, and to the other herdsmen. He said to them, “When you meet Esau, I want you to say to him the same thing that I told the first servant.

Unlocked Literal Bible

Jacob also gave instructions to the second group, the third, and all the men who followed the herds. He said, “You will say the same thing to Esau when you meet him.

Noah Webster Bible

And so he commanded the second, and the third, and all that followed the droves, saying, In this manner shall ye speak to Esau, when ye find him.

World English Bible

He commanded also the second, and the third, and all that followed the herds, saying, “This is how you shall speak to Esau, when you find him.

Young's Literal Translation

And he commandeth also the second, also the third, also all who are going after the droves, saying, 'According to this manner do ye speak unto Esau in your finding him,

Context

Jacob Prepares to Meet Esau

¹⁸then you are to say, ‘They belong to your servant Jacob. They are a gift, sent to my lord Esau. And behold, Jacob is behind us.’”¹⁹He also instructed the second, the third, and all those following behind the herds: “When you meet Esau, you are to say the same thing to him. ²⁰You are also to say, ‘Look, your servant Jacob is right behind us.’” For he thought, “I will appease Esau with the gift that is going before me. After that I can face him, and perhaps he will accept me. ”

Sermons

(Through the Bible) Exodus 1-5

Chuck Smith

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Summary

In this verse, Jacob sends a generous gift of animals to his brother Esau as a peace offering before their anticipated reunion. This gesture reflects Jacob's desire to reconcile with Esau after their past conflicts and deception. It also demonstrates Jacob's humility and willingness to make amends, showing a shift in his character towards seeking peace and forgiveness. The act of sending the gift symbolizes Jacob's hope for reconciliation and a desire to mend their broken relationship. Overall, this verse highlights the importance of forgiveness, reconciliation, and the willingness to make amends in strained relationships.

Commentary

John Gill

John Gill Bible Commentary

And so commanded he the second and third,.... Those who had the care of the second and third droves, he ordered them to say the same things, and in the same words as he had the first: and all that followed the droves; either all that were with the principal driver; that if any of them should happen to be interrogated first, they might know what to answer; or those that followed the other droves, besides the three mentioned, which countenances Aben Ezra's notion of five droves, before observed: saying, on this manner shall you speak to Esau, when you find him; that is, when they met him and perceived it was he that put questions to them.