Genesis 35:24
Genesis 35:24 in Multiple Translations
The sons of Rachel were Joseph and Benjamin.
The sons of Rachel; Joseph, and Benjamin:
the sons of Rachel: Joseph and Benjamin;
The sons of Rachel: Joseph and Benjamin;
The sons of Rachel: Joseph and Benjamin.
The sonnes of Rahel: Ioseph and Beniamin.
Sons of Rachel: Joseph and Benjamin.
The sons of Rachel: Joseph and Benjamin.
The sons of Rachel; Joseph, and Benjamin:
The sons of Rachel: Joseph and Benjamin.
The sons of Rachel were Joseph and Benjamin.
Jacob’s wife Rachel had 2 sons, – Joseph – Benjamin
Berean Amplified Bible — Genesis 35:24
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Genesis 35:24 Interlinear (Deep Study)
BIB
HEB
בְּנֵ֣י
רָחֵ֔ל
יוֹסֵ֖ף
וּ/בִנְיָמִֽן
בְּנֵ֣י
bên
H1121
son
N-mp
רָחֵ֔ל
Râchêl
H7354
Rachel
N-proper
יוֹסֵ֖ף
Yôwçêph
H3130
Joseph
N-proper
וּ/בִנְיָמִֽן
Binyâmîyn
H1144
Benjamin
Conj | N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Genesis 35:24
בְּנֵ֣י
bên
H1121
"son"
N-mp
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
רָחֵ֔ל
Râchêl
H7354
"Rachel"
N-proper
Rachel was a wife of Jacob and the mother of Joseph and Benjamin. Her name means ewe, and she is an important figure in the book of Genesis, where her story is told in detail.
Definition: A woman living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.29.6; daughter of: Laban (H3837A); sister of: Leah (H3812); married to Israel (H3478); mother of: Joseph (H3130) and Benjamin (H1144) Also named: Rhachēl (Ῥαχήλ "Rachel" G4478) § Rachel = "ewe" daughter of Laban, wife of Jacob, and mother of Joseph and Benjamin
Usage: Occurs in 44 OT verses. KJV: Rachel. See also: Genesis 29:6; Genesis 30:25; Jeremiah 31:15.
יוֹסֵ֖ף
Yôwçêph
H3130
"Joseph"
N-proper
Joseph means Jehovah has added, a name given to several Israelites, including the son of Jacob and Rachel. Joseph was a significant figure in the book of Genesis and the story of his brothers. He became a leader in Egypt.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.12.14 § Joseph = "Jehovah has added" 1) the eldest son of Jacob by Rachel 2) father of Igal, who represented the tribe of Issachar among the spies 3) a son of Asaph 4) a man who took a foreign wife in the time of Ezra 5) a priest of the family of Shebaniah in the time of Nehemiah
Usage: Occurs in 193 OT verses. KJV: Joseph. Compare H3084 (יְהוֹסֵף). See also: Genesis 30:24; Genesis 47:5; Psalms 77:16.
וּ/בִנְיָמִֽן
Binyâmîyn
H1144
"Benjamin"
Conj | N-proper
Benjamin means son of the right hand, referring to the youngest son of Jacob and the tribe that descended from him. The term is first used in Genesis 35:18. Benjamin was a brother of Joseph and a half-brother of Reuben and others.
Definition: § Benjamin = "son of the right hand" a gate in Jerusalem
Usage: Occurs in 160 OT verses. KJV: Benjamin. See also: Genesis 35:18; 1 Samuel 9:21; Psalms 68:28.
Study Notes — Genesis 35:24
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Context — The Sons of Jacob
22While Israel was living in that region, Reuben went in and slept with his father’s concubine Bilhah, and Israel heard about it. Jacob had twelve sons:
23The sons of Leah were Reuben the firstborn of Jacob, Simeon, Levi, Judah, Issachar, and Zebulun.
24The sons of Rachel were Joseph and Benjamin.
25The sons of Rachel’s maidservant Bilhah were Dan and Naphtali. 26And the sons of Leah’s maidservant Zilpah were Gad and Asher. These are the sons of Jacob, who were born to him in Paddan-aram.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Genesis 30:22–24 | Then God remembered Rachel. He listened to her and opened her womb, and she conceived and gave birth to a son. “God has taken away my shame,” she said. She named him Joseph, and said, “May the LORD add to me another son.” |
| 2 | Genesis 46:19–22 | The sons of Jacob’s wife Rachel: Joseph and Benjamin. Manasseh and Ephraim were born to Joseph in the land of Egypt by Asenath daughter of Potiphera, priest of On. The sons of Benjamin: Bela, Becher, Ashbel, Gera, Naaman, Ehi, Rosh, Muppim, Huppim, and Ard. These are the sons of Rachel born to Jacob—fourteen in all. |
| 3 | Genesis 35:16–18 | Later, they set out from Bethel, and while they were still some distance from Ephrath, Rachel began to give birth, and her labor was difficult. During her severe labor, the midwife said to her, “Do not be afraid, for you are having another son.” And with her last breath—for she was dying—she named him Ben-oni. But his father called him Benjamin. |
Genesis 35:24 Summary
Genesis 35:24 tells us about the sons of Rachel, who were Joseph and Benjamin. This verse is important because it shows us the family of Jacob, and how God was working in their lives, just like He is working in our lives today (as seen in Jeremiah 29:11). The fact that Joseph and Benjamin were Rachel's sons is significant because it highlights their special place in the family, and it prepares us for the important roles they will play in the story of God's people (as seen in Genesis 37:1-36 and Genesis 45:1-28). By looking at this verse, we can see how God is always at work, even in the midst of complex family relationships, to fulfill His purposes and bring about His plans (as stated in Romans 8:28).
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are the sons of Rachel listed separately from the sons of Leah?
The sons of Rachel are listed separately because Rachel was Jacob's preferred wife, and her sons, Joseph and Benjamin, held a special place in his heart, as seen in Genesis 35:24 and Genesis 37:3.
What is the significance of Joseph being mentioned alongside Benjamin?
Joseph and Benjamin were both sons of Rachel, and their mention together in Genesis 35:24 highlights their unique bond as full brothers, which is also seen in their close relationship in Genesis 42:4 and Genesis 45:14.
How does this verse relate to the larger story of Jacob's family?
This verse provides a snapshot of Jacob's family, highlighting the different mothers of his sons, which is important for understanding the family dynamics and relationships that unfold in the subsequent chapters, such as the rivalry between Joseph and his brothers in Genesis 37:1-36.
What can we learn about God's sovereignty from this verse?
This verse reminds us that God is sovereign over all aspects of our lives, including our families, as seen in Genesis 35:24, and that He can use any circumstance, including the complex family dynamics of Jacob's household, to fulfill His purposes, as stated in Romans 8:28.
Reflection Questions
- How does the distinction between the sons of Rachel and the sons of Leah reflect the complexities of human relationships, and what can we learn from this about our own family dynamics?
- In what ways do Joseph and Benjamin embody the qualities of their mother Rachel, and what can we learn from their examples about faith, perseverance, and loyalty?
- How does the simple statement of Genesis 35:24, 'The sons of Rachel were Joseph and Benjamin,' speak to the profound theme of God's covenant promises and their fulfillment in the lives of His people?
- What does this verse reveal about the character of Jacob, and how does it relate to his earlier experiences and relationships, such as those described in Genesis 29:1-30 and Genesis 31:1-21?
Gill's Exposition on Genesis 35:24
The sons of Rachel,.... Then Rachel's, Jacob's next wife, though in right his first and only one, who had two children, Joseph and Benjamin.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 35:24
The sons of Leah; Reuben, Jacob's firstborn, and Simeon, and Levi, and Judah, and Issachar, and Zebulun: Sons of Jacob ... born ... in Padan-aram.
Cambridge Bible on Genesis 35:24
22b–29 (P). Jacob’s Sons, and the Death of Isaac 22b. the sons of Jacob] The names of Jacob’s sons are enumerated after the mention of Benjamin’s birth. But the enumeration is that of P, which assumes that all the sons of Jacob, including Benjamin, were born to him in Paddan-aram (Genesis 35:26), in direct contradiction to Genesis 35:16-18 (J). twelve] A sacred number, found also in the sons of Nahor and Ishmael (Genesis 17:20, Genesis 22:20-24, Genesis 25:16).
Whedon's Commentary on Genesis 35:24
22. Bilhah — Rachel’s handmaid, and mother of Dan and of Naphtali. Genesis 30:3-8. Israel heard — And it occasioned to Reuben the loss of his birthright, and the words of reproach recorded in Genesis 49:4.
Sermons on Genesis 35:24
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(Genesis) Genesis 30:1-24 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the disapproval of God towards the strife that existed within the families of Abraham, Isaac, and now Jacob. The preacher mentions the birth |
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(Genesis) Genesis 29:15-22 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the story of Jacob and his love for Rachel. Jacob serves his uncle Laban for seven years in order to marry Rachel, as his love for her is so |
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Barrenness by David Smithers | In this sermon, Frank Bartleman discusses the need for revival in the church in America, which he refers to as a state of barrenness. He emphasizes that the church has been sanctif |
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(Genesis) 46 - Jacob in the Crucible of Divine Discipline by S. Lewis Johnson | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on Genesis chapter 30, which explores the story of Rachel and Leah and the fruit of polygamy. The chapter begins with Rachel's jealousy and env |
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Camp Spalding - Part 1 by George Warnock | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of unity and worshiping God together. He highlights the need for reconciliation and redemption within the family of God. The |
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Through the Bible - Genesis 29-31 by Chuck Smith | Chuck Smith discusses Jacob's journey to Haran, where he meets Rachel at a well, showcasing God's guidance in his life. Jacob's love for Rachel leads him to work seven years for he |
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Genesis #21 Ch. 35-37 Joseph, the Dreamer by Chuck Missler | In this sermon, Chuck Missler discusses Genesis chapters 35 through 37. He begins by praying for understanding and guidance from the Holy Spirit. He then highlights the importance |