And Jabez called on the God of Israel, saying, Oh that thou wouldest bless me indeed, and enlarge my coast, and that thine hand might be with me, and that thou wouldest keep me from evil, that it may not grieve me! And God granted him that which he requested.
And Jabez prayed to the God of Israel, saying, 'Oh, please bless me greatly, and expand my territory, and let your hand be with me, and keep me from evil so that it won't cause me pain!' And God gave him everything he asked for.
The writer is showing us that Jabez prayed boldly to God for blessing, protection, and expansion, and God answered his prayer completely.
📚 Historical Context
This verse appears in the genealogical records of the tribe of Judah during Israel's history. Jabez was likely a minor figure whose name meant 'he causes pain,' but despite this difficult beginning, he became known for his faithful prayer. The Chronicles were written after Israel's return from Babylonian exile to encourage the people with examples of God's faithfulness to those who seek Him.
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