Genesis 32:2

Genesis 32:1 akjv — And Jacob went on his way, and the angels of God met him.

American King James Version

" And Jacob went on his way, and the angels of God met him. "

— Genesis 32:1, American King James Version

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KJV
“And Jacob went on his way, and the angels of God met him.”
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ASV
“And Jacob went on his way, and the angels of God met him. ”
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WEB
“Jacob went on his way, and the angels of God met him.”
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NET
“Jacob Wrestles at Peniel So Jacob went on his way and the angels of God met him.”
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DRB
“Jacob also went on the journey he had begun: and the angels of God met him.”
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BBE
“And on his way Jacob came face to face with the angels of God.”
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KJVA
“And Jacob went on his way, and the angels of God met him.”
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Genesis 32 — Context

And Jacob went on his way, and the angels of God met him.

And when Jacob saw them, he said, This is God’s host: and he called the name of that place Mahanaim.

And Jacob sent messengers before him to Esau his brother to the land of Seir, the country of Edom.

And he commanded them, saying, Thus shall you speak to my lord Esau; Your servant Jacob says thus, I have sojourned with Laban, and stayed there until now:

Genesis 32:1 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Genesis 32:1 say?

Genesis 32:1 in the American King James Version reads: “ And Jacob went on his way, and the angels of God met him. ”

Where is Genesis 32:1 in the Bible?

Genesis 32:1 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 32, verse 1.

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 32:1.

What translation should I read Genesis 32:1 in?

Genesis 32:1 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 32:1?

Genesis 32:1 reads (AKJV): “ And Jacob went on his way, and the angels of God met him. ” 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.

Genesis 32:1 akjv — And Jacob went on his way, and the angels of God met him.

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