KJV ORIGINAL
And Jacob called the name of the place Peniel: for I have seen God face to face, and my life is preserved.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Jacob named that place Peniel, saying, 'I have seen God face to face, and my life has been spared.'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Jacob is naming the place where he wrestled with God, amazed that he survived such a direct encounter with the divine.
📚 Historical Context
This occurs after Jacob's famous all-night wrestling match with a mysterious figure who is revealed to be God (or God's angel). Jacob was traveling back to face his brother Esau after years of separation following their conflict over the birthright. The name 'Peniel' means 'face of God,' marking this as a pivotal moment in Jacob's spiritual journey where he receives a new name (Israel) and blessing.
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