Genesis 25:22 nasb — But the children struggled together within her; and she said, "If it is so, why then am I this way?" So she went to inq…

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"But the children struggled together within her; and she said, "If it is so, why then am I this way?" So she went to inquire of the LORD."

— Genesis 25:22, NASB

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Genesis 25 — Context

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Now these are the records of the generations of Isaac, Abraham's son: Abraham became the father of Isaac;

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and Isaac was forty years old when he took Rebekah, the daughter of Bethuel the Aramean of Paddan-aram, the sister of Laban the Aramean, to be his wife.

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Isaac prayed to the LORD on behalf of his wife, because she was barren; and the LORD answered him and Rebekah his wife conceived.

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But the children struggled together within her; and she said, "If it is so, why then am I this way?" So she went to inquire of the LORD.

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The LORD said to her, "Two nations are in your womb; And two peoples will be separated from your body; And one people shall be stronger than the other; And the older shall serve the younger."

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When her days to be delivered were fulfilled, behold, there were twins in her womb.

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Now the first came forth red, all over like a hairy garment; and they named him Esau.

Genesis 25:22 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Genesis 25:22 say?
Genesis 25:22 in the NASB reads: “But the children struggled together within her; and she said, "If it is so, why then am I this way?" So she went to inquire of the LORD.”
Where is Genesis 25:22 in the Bible?
Genesis 25:22 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 25, verse 22.
Who wrote Genesis?
Genesis is traditionally attributed to Moses (traditional). Anciently attributed to Moses; many modern scholars view Genesis as a compilation of older oral and written sources finalized in or after the Babylonian exile. It was written c. 1446–1406 BC.
What is the book of Genesis about?
Genesis is the book of beginnings — the origin of the universe, humanity, sin, and the covenant family God chose to bless the nations. It traces creation, the fall, the flood, and the lives of the patriarchs Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph, laying the foundation for the rest of Scripture and pointing forward to the redemption that comes through the promised seed.
What are the major themes of Genesis?
Genesis explores themes including Creation, Fall, Covenant, Faith, Family, Promise. These themes shape the meaning and context of Genesis 25:22.
What translation should I read Genesis 25:22 in?
Genesis 25:22 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Genesis 25:22?
Genesis 25:22 reads (NASB): “But the children struggled together within her; and she said, "If it is so, why then am I this way?" So she went to inquire of the LORD.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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