Genesis 35:22 net — While Israel was living in that land, Reuben went to bed with Bilhah, his father’s concubine, and Israel heard about it…

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"While Israel was living in that land, Reuben went to bed with Bilhah, his father’s concubine, and Israel heard about it.Jacob had twelve sons:"

— Genesis 35:22, NET Bible

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Genesis 35 — Context

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So Rachel died and was buried on the way to Ephrath(that is, Bethlehem).

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Jacob set up a marker over her grave; it is the Marker of Rachel’s Grave to this day.

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Then Israel traveled on and pitched his tent beyond Migdal Eder.

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While Israel was living in that land, Reuben went to bed with Bilhah, his father’s concubine, and Israel heard about it.Jacob had twelve sons:

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The sons of Leah were Reuben, Jacob’s firstborn, as well as Simeon, Levi, Judah, Issachar, and Zebulun.

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The sons of Rachel were Joseph and Benjamin.

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The sons of Bilhah, Rachel’s servant, were Dan and Naphtali.

Genesis 35:22 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Genesis 35:22 say?
Genesis 35:22 in the NET Bible reads: “While Israel was living in that land, Reuben went to bed with Bilhah, his father’s concubine, and Israel heard about it.Jacob had twelve sons:”
Where is Genesis 35:22 in the Bible?
Genesis 35:22 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 35, verse 22.
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 35:22.
What translation should I read Genesis 35:22 in?
Genesis 35:22 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 35:22?
Genesis 35:22 reads (NET): “While Israel was living in that land, Reuben went to bed with Bilhah, his father’s concubine, and Israel heard about it.Jacob had twelve sons:” 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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