Genesis 31:13 bbe — I am the God of Beth-el, where you put oil on the pillar and took an oath to me: now then, come out of this land and go…

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"I am the God of Beth-el, where you put oil on the pillar and took an oath to me: now then, come out of this land and go back to the country of your birth."

— Genesis 31:13, Bible in Basic English

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Genesis 31 — Context

10

And at the time when the flock were with young, I saw in a dream that all the he-goats which were joined with the she-goats were banded and marked and coloured.

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And in my dream the angel of the Lord said to me, Jacob: and I said, Here am I.

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And he said, See how all the he-goats are banded and marked and coloured: for I have seen what Laban has done to you.

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I am the God of Beth-el, where you put oil on the pillar and took an oath to me: now then, come out of this land and go back to the country of your birth.

14

Then Rachel and Leah said to him in answer, What part or heritage is there for us in our father's house?

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Are we not as people from a strange country to him? for he took a price for us and now it is all used up.

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For the wealth which God has taken from him is ours and our children's; so now, whatever God has said to you, do.

Genesis 31:13 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Genesis 31:13 say?
Genesis 31:13 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “I am the God of Beth-el, where you put oil on the pillar and took an oath to me: now then, come out of this land and go back to the country of your birth.”
Where is Genesis 31:13 in the Bible?
Genesis 31:13 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 31, verse 13.
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 31:13.
What translation should I read Genesis 31:13 in?
Genesis 31:13 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 31:13?
Genesis 31:13 reads (BBE): “I am the God of Beth-el, where you put oil on the pillar and took an oath to me: now then, come out of this land and go back to the country of your birth.” 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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