Genesis 31:23 asv — And he took his brethren with him, and pursued after him seven days’ journey; and he overtook him in the mountain of Gi…

American Standard Version

"And he took his brethren with him, and pursued after him seven days’ journey; and he overtook him in the mountain of Gilead. "

— Genesis 31:23, American Standard Version

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Genesis 31 — Context

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And Jacob stole away unawares to Laban the Syrian, in that he told him not that he fled.

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So he fled with all that he had; and he rose up, and passed over the River, and set his face toward the mountain of Gilead.

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And it was told Laban on the third day that Jacob was fled.

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And he took his brethren with him, and pursued after him seven days’ journey; and he overtook him in the mountain of Gilead.

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And God came to Laban the Syrian in a dream of the night, and said unto him, Take heed to thyself that thou speak not to Jacob either good or bad.

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And Laban came up with Jacob. Now Jacob had pitched his tent in the mountain: and Laban with his brethren encamped in the mountain of Gilead.

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And Laban said to Jacob, What hast thou done, that thou hast stolen away unawares to me, and carried away my daughters as captives of the sword?

Genesis 31:23 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Genesis 31:23 say?
Genesis 31:23 in the American Standard Version reads: “And he took his brethren with him, and pursued after him seven days’ journey; and he overtook him in the mountain of Gilead. ”
Where is Genesis 31:23 in the Bible?
Genesis 31:23 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 31, verse 23.
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 31:23.
What translation should I read Genesis 31:23 in?
Genesis 31:23 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 31:23?
Genesis 31:23 reads (ASV): “And he took his brethren with him, and pursued after him seven days’ journey; and he overtook him in the mountain of Gilead. ” 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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