Genesis 38:26
The Scripture
(26) And Judah acknowledged them, and said, She hath been more righteous than I; because that I gave her not to Shelah my son. And he knew her again no more.
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 37:33I Samuel 24:17II Samuel 24:17Ezekiel 16:52Habakkuk 1:13John 8:9Romans 3:19Genesis 4:1II Samuel 16:22II Samuel 20:3Job 4:5Job 34:31
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