Genesis 34:13 nasb — But Jacob's sons answered Shechem and his father Hamor with deceit, because he had defiled Dinah their sister.

NASB

"But Jacob's sons answered Shechem and his father Hamor with deceit, because he had defiled Dinah their sister."

— Genesis 34:13, NASB

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Genesis 34 — Context

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"Thus you shall live with us, and the land shall be open before you; live and trade in it and acquire property in it."

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Shechem also said to her father and to her brothers, "If I find favor in your sight, then I will give whatever you say to me.

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"Ask me ever so much bridal payment and gift, and I will give according as you say to me; but give me the girl in marriage."

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But Jacob's sons answered Shechem and his father Hamor with deceit, because he had defiled Dinah their sister.

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They said to them, "We cannot do this thing, to give our sister to one who is uncircumcised, for that would be a disgrace to us.

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"Only on this condition will we consent to you: if you will become like us, in that every male of you be circumcised,

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then we will give our daughters to you, and we will take your daughters for ourselves, and we will live with you and become one people.

Genesis 34:13 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Genesis 34:13 say?
Genesis 34:13 in the NASB reads: “But Jacob's sons answered Shechem and his father Hamor with deceit, because he had defiled Dinah their sister.”
Where is Genesis 34:13 in the Bible?
Genesis 34:13 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 34, 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 34:13.
What translation should I read Genesis 34:13 in?
Genesis 34:13 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 34:13?
Genesis 34:13 reads (NASB): “But Jacob's sons answered Shechem and his father Hamor with deceit, because he had defiled Dinah their sister.” 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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