Genesis 38:28
The Scripture
(28) And it came to pass, when she travailed, that the one put out his hand: and the midwife took and bound upon his hand a scarlet thread, saying, This came out first.
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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