Until thy brother’s anger turn away from thee, and he forget that which thou hast done to him: then I will send, and fetch thee from thence: why should I be deprived also of you both in one day?
Stay there until your brother's anger cools down and he forgets what you did to him. Then I'll send word for you to come back home. Why should I lose both of my sons in one day?
The writer is showing a mother's desperate plea to protect both her sons - one from revenge and the other from having to flee forever.
📚 Historical Context
In the biblical account of Genesis, Rebekah is speaking to her son Jacob after he deceived his father Isaac to steal the blessing intended for his older brother Esau, leading to Esau's intense anger and plans for revenge. This moment occurs during the patriarchal era, highlighting the familial tensions and cultural emphasis on birthrights and blessings in ancient Near Eastern societies. Rebekah urges Jacob to flee to her relatives until Esau's fury diminishes, fearing that both her sons might be lost if violence erupts.
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