Genesis 46:2 net — God spoke to Israel in a vision during the night and said,“Jacob, Jacob!” He replied,“Here I am!”

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"God spoke to Israel in a vision during the night and said,“Jacob, Jacob!” He replied,“Here I am!”"

— Genesis 46:2, NET Bible

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Genesis 46 — Context

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The Family of Jacob goes to Egypt So Israel began his journey, taking with him all that he had. When he came to Beer Sheba he offered sacrifices to the God of his father Isaac.

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God spoke to Israel in a vision during the night and said,“Jacob, Jacob!” He replied,“Here I am!”

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He said,“I am God, the God of your father. Do not be afraid to go down to Egypt, for I will make you into a great nation there.

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I will go down with you to Egypt and I myself will certainly bring you back from there. Joseph will close your eyes.”

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Then Jacob started out from Beer Sheba, and the sons of Israel carried their father Jacob, their little children, and their wives in the wagons that Pharaoh had sent along to transport him.

Genesis 46:2 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Genesis 46:2 say?
Genesis 46:2 in the NET Bible reads: “God spoke to Israel in a vision during the night and said,“Jacob, Jacob!” He replied,“Here I am!””
Where is Genesis 46:2 in the Bible?
Genesis 46:2 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 46, 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 46:2.
What translation should I read Genesis 46:2 in?
Genesis 46:2 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 46:2?
Genesis 46:2 reads (NET): “God spoke to Israel in a vision during the night and said,“Jacob, Jacob!” He replied,“Here I am!”” 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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