KJV ORIGINAL
And Leah said, A troop cometh: and she called his name Gad.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
And Leah said, 'Good fortune has come!' So she named him Gad.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Leah celebrates the birth of another son by naming him Gad, which means 'good fortune' or 'a troop,' expressing her joy at this blessing.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Genesis, Jacob had two wives, Leah and Rachel, who were sisters and engaged in a rivalry over bearing children to gain his favor. When Leah gave birth to her son, she named him Gad, which means "troop" or "good fortune," reflecting her belief that this child was a sign of God's blessing and provision. This event is part of the larger narrative where Jacob's sons become the founders of the twelve tribes of Israel.
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