KJV ORIGINAL
And Leah said, Happy am I, for the daughters will call me blessed: and she called his name Asher.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
And Leah said, 'I am so happy! Women will call me blessed.' So she named him Asher.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Leah is expressing joy and gratitude, believing that having another son will bring her respect and honor from other women.
📚 Historical Context
This occurs during the intense rivalry between sisters Leah and Rachel, who were both married to Jacob. In ancient Near Eastern culture, a woman's worth was often measured by her ability to bear children, especially sons. Leah had been feeling unloved compared to her sister Rachel, so each child represented not just personal joy but social standing and divine favor.
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