Genesis 38:25
The Scripture
(25) When she was brought forth, she sent to her father in law, saying, By the man, whose these are, am I with child: and she said, Discern, I pray thee, whose are these, the signet, and bracelets, and staff.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In this chapter the Israelites travel from Shechem to the Jordan River, where they encounter a man named Abimelech who is a descendant of Shechem. The narrative highlights the tension between the Israelites' journey and the fear of Abimelech, who is considered a threat because of his lineage. The chapter also reflects the theme of divine providence guiding the people through their wilderness wanderings.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Genesis 38:18Genesis 37:32Psalms 50:21Jeremiah 2:26Romans 2:16I Corinthians 4:5Revelation 20:12
Related verses (shared words)
I Samuel 12:3Philippians 3:19Genesis 32:17Exodus 36:2Deuteronomy 8:9I Kings 3:26