And he rose up that night, and took his two wives, and his two womenservants, and his eleven sons, and passed over the ford Jabbok.
That same night, Jacob got up and took his two wives, his two female servants, and his eleven sons, and they all crossed over the Jabbok River at the shallow place where people could wade across.
This verse shows Jacob moving his entire family across the Jabbok River during the night as he prepares to face his brother Esau.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Genesis, Jacob is returning to his homeland of Canaan after many years away, having fled from his brother Esau due to earlier deceptions involving their father's blessing. That night, Jacob sends his family and possessions across the Jabbok river as a precautionary measure, fearing an attack from Esau who is approaching with a large group. This moment builds tension in the narrative, leading to Jacob's transformative encounter with God.
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