Genesis 33:2 web — He put the handmaids and their children in front, Leah and her children after, and Rachel and Joseph at the rear.

World English Bible

"He put the handmaids and their children in front, Leah and her children after, and Rachel and Joseph at the rear."

— Genesis 33:2, World English Bible

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Genesis 33 — Context

1

Jacob lifted up his eyes, and looked, and, behold, Esau was coming, and with him four hundred men. He divided the children between Leah, Rachel, and the two handmaids.

2

He put the handmaids and their children in front, Leah and her children after, and Rachel and Joseph at the rear.

3

He himself passed over in front of them, and bowed himself to the ground seven times, until he came near to his brother.

4

Esau ran to meet him, embraced him, fell on his neck, kissed him, and they wept.

5

He lifted up his eyes, and saw the women and the children; and said, "Who are these with you?" He said, "The children whom God has graciously given your servant."

Genesis 33:2 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Genesis 33:2 say?
Genesis 33:2 in the World English Bible reads: “He put the handmaids and their children in front, Leah and her children after, and Rachel and Joseph at the rear.”
Where is Genesis 33:2 in the Bible?
Genesis 33:2 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 33, verse 2.
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 33:2.
What translation should I read Genesis 33:2 in?
Genesis 33:2 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 33:2?
Genesis 33:2 reads (WEB): “He put the handmaids and their children in front, Leah and her children after, and Rachel and Joseph at the rear.” 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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