New International VersionThe angel of God said to me in the dream, ‘Jacob.’ I answered, ‘Here I am.’
New Living TranslationThen in my dream, the angel of God said to me, ‘Jacob!’ And I replied, ‘Yes, here I am.’
English Standard VersionThen the angel of God said to me in the dream, ‘Jacob,’ and I said, ‘Here I am!’
Berean Standard BibleIn that dream the angel of God said to me, ‘Jacob!’ And I replied, ‘Here I am.’
King James BibleAnd the angel of God spake unto me in a dream, saying, Jacob: And I said, Here am I.
New King James VersionThen the Angel of God spoke to me in a dream, saying, ‘Jacob.’ And I said, ‘Here I am.’
New American Standard BibleThen the angel of God said to me in the dream, ‘Jacob’; and I said, ‘Here I am.’
NASB 1995“Then the angel of God said to me in the dream, ‘Jacob,’ and I said, ‘Here I am.’
NASB 1977“Then the angel of God said to me in the dream, ‘Jacob,’ and I said, ‘Here I am.’
Legacy Standard BibleThen the angel of God said to me in the dream, ‘Jacob,’ and I said, ‘Here I am.’
Amplified BibleAnd the Angel of God said to me in the dream, ‘Jacob.’ And I said, ‘Here I am.’
Christian Standard BibleIn that dream the angel of God said to me, ‘Jacob! ’ and I said, ‘Here I am.’
Holman Christian Standard BibleIn that dream the Angel of God said to me, ‘Jacob!’ and I said, ‘Here I am.’
American Standard VersionAnd the angel of God said unto me in the dream, Jacob: and I said, Here am I.
Contemporary English VersionThen God's angel called me by name. I answered,
English Revised VersionAnd the angel of God said unto me in the dream, Jacob: and I said, Here am I.
GOD'S WORD® TranslationIn the dream the Messenger of God called to me, 'Jacob!' And I answered, 'Yes, here I am.'
Good News TranslationThe angel of God spoke to me in the dream and said, 'Jacob!' 'Yes,' I answered.
International Standard Version"Later, the angel of God spoke to me in a dream, 'Jacob.' "'Here I am,' I replied
NET BibleIn the dream the angel of God said to me, 'Jacob!' 'Here I am!' I replied.
New Heart English BibleThe angel of God said to me in the dream, 'Jacob,' and I said, 'Here I am.'
Webster's Bible TranslationAnd the angel of God spoke to me in a dream, saying, Jacob: And I said, Here am I. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleIn that dream the angel of God said to me, ‘Jacob!’ And I replied, ‘Here I am.’
World English BibleThe angel of God said to me in the dream, ‘Jacob,’ and I said, ‘Here I am.’ Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand the Messenger of God says to me in the dream, Jacob, and I say, Here I [am].
Young's Literal Translation and the messenger of God saith unto me in the dream, Jacob, and I say, Here am I.
Smith's Literal TranslationAnd the messenger of God will say to me in a dream, Jacob: and I shall say, Behold me. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd the angel of God said to me in my sleep: Jacob? And I answered: Here I am.
Catholic Public Domain VersionAnd the Angel of God said to me in my sleep, ‘Jacob.’ And I responded, ‘Here I am.’
New American BibleIn the dream God’s angel said to me, ‘Jacob!’ and I replied, ‘Here I am!’
New Revised Standard VersionThen the angel of God said to me in the dream, ‘Jacob,’ and I said, ‘Here I am!’ Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd the angel of God said to me in a dream, Jacob; and I said, Here am I.
Peshitta Holy Bible TranslatedAnd the Angel of God said to me in a dream, ‘Yaquuv’, and I said, ‘Here I am.’ OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And the angel of God said unto me in the dream: Jacob; and I said: Here am I.
Brenton Septuagint TranslationAnd the angel of God said to me in a dream, Jacob; and I said, What is it?
Additional Translations ... Audio Bible
Context Jacob Flees from Laban… 10When the flocks were breeding, I saw in a dream that the streaked, spotted, and speckled males were mating with the females. 11In that dreamthe angelof Godsaidto me,‘Jacob!’And I replied,‘Here I am.’12‘Look up,’ he said, ‘and see that all the males that are mating with the flock are streaked, spotted, or speckled; for I have seen all that Laban has done to you.…
Cross References Exodus 3:2There the angel of the LORD appeared to him in a blazing fire from within a bush. Moses saw the bush ablaze with fire, but it was not consumed.
Judges 6:12And the angel of the LORD appeared to Gideon and said, “The LORD is with you, O mighty man of valor.”
Acts 7:30After forty years had passed, an angel appeared to Moses in the flames of a burning bush in the desert near Mount Sinai.
Matthew 1:20But after he had pondered these things, an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream and said, “Joseph, son of David, do not be afraid to embrace Mary as your wife, for the One conceived in her is from the Holy Spirit.
Luke 1:11Just then an angel of the Lord appeared to Zechariah, standing at the right side of the altar of incense.
Daniel 10:5-6I lifted up my eyes, and behold, there was a certain man dressed in linen, with a belt of fine gold from Uphaz around his waist. / His body was like beryl, his face like the brilliance of lightning, his eyes like flaming torches, his arms and legs like the gleam of polished bronze, and his voice like the sound of a multitude.
Zechariah 1:11-12And the riders answered the angel of the LORD who was standing among the myrtle trees, “We have patrolled the earth, and behold, all the earth is at rest and tranquil.” / Then the angel of the LORD said, “How long, O LORD of Hosts, will You withhold mercy from Jerusalem and the cities of Judah, with which You have been angry these seventy years?”
Revelation 22:8-9And I, John, am the one who heard and saw these things. And when I had heard and seen them, I fell down to worship at the feet of the angel who had shown me these things. / But he said to me, “Do not do that! I am a fellow servant with you and your brothers the prophets, and with those who keep the words of this book. Worship God!”
Acts 12:7Suddenly an angel of the Lord appeared and a light shone in the cell. He tapped Peter on the side and woke him up, saying, “Get up quickly.” And the chains fell off his wrists.
Luke 2:9Just then an angel of the Lord stood before them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified.
Numbers 22:22-23Then God’s anger was kindled because Balaam was going along, and the angel of the LORD stood in the road to oppose him. Balaam was riding his donkey, and his two servants were with him. / When the donkey saw the angel of the LORD standing in the road with a drawn sword in his hand, she turned off the path and went into a field. So Balaam beat her to return her to the path.
1 Kings 19:5Then he lay down under the broom tree and fell asleep. Suddenly an angel touched him and said, “Get up and eat.”
Matthew 28:2-3Suddenly there was a great earthquake, for an angel of the Lord descended from heaven, rolled away the stone, and sat on it. / His appearance was like lightning, and his clothes were white as snow.
Acts 10:3One day at about the ninth hour, he had a clear vision of an angel of God who came to him and said, “Cornelius!”
Genesis 16:7Now the angel of the LORD found Hagar by a spring of water in the desert—the spring along the road to Shur.
Treasury of Scripture And the angel of God spoke to me in a dream, saying, Jacob: And I said, Here am I. the angel. Genesis 31:5,13 And said unto them, I see your father's countenance, that itis not toward me as before; but the God of my father hath been with me… Genesis 16:7-13 And the angel of the LORD found her by a fountain of water in the wilderness, by the fountain in the way to Shur… Genesis 18:1,17 And the LORD appeared unto him in the plains of Mamre: and he sat in the tent door in the heat of the day; … Here am I. Genesis 22:1 And it came to pass after these things, that God did tempt Abraham, and said unto him, Abraham: and he said, Behold,here Iam. Exodus 3:4 And when the LORD saw that he turned aside to see, God called unto him out of the midst of the bush, and said, Moses, Moses. And he said, Heream I. 1 Samuel 3:4,6,8,16 That the LORD called Samuel: and he answered, Heream I… Jump to Previous AngelDreamHereJacobMessengerJump to Next AngelDreamHereJacobMessengerGenesis 31 1.Jacob, displeased with the envy of Laban and his sons, departs secretly.19.Rachel steals her father's household gods.22.Laban pursues after him, and complains of the wrong.34.Rachel's plan to hide the images.36.Jacob's complaint of Laban.43.The covenant of Laban and Jacob at Galeed.In that dreamDreams in the Bible often serve as a medium for divine communication. In the patriarchal period, God frequently used dreams to reveal His will and guidance, as seen with Joseph ( Genesis 37:5-10) and Pharaoh ( Genesis 41:1-7). This dream signifies a direct encounter with the divine, emphasizing the importance of the message Jacob is about to receive. the angel of God
The "angel of God" is often understood as a messenger or representative of God, sometimes considered a theophany, where God Himself appears in a form perceivable to humans. This aligns with other instances in Genesis, such as the angel appearing to Hagar (Genesis 16:7-13) and Abraham (Genesis 22:11-18). The presence of the angel underscores the significance and authority of the message. said to me, ‘Jacob!’
The calling of Jacob by name indicates a personal and intimate communication. This mirrors other biblical instances where God calls individuals by name, such as Moses at the burning bush (Exodus 3:4) and Samuel in the temple (1 Samuel 3:10). It highlights God's personal relationship with His chosen people and His direct involvement in their lives. And I replied, ‘Here I am.’
Jacob's response, "Here I am," is a common biblical expression of readiness and willingness to listen and obey, seen in the responses of Abraham (Genesis 22:1) and Isaiah (Isaiah 6:8). This phrase indicates Jacob's acknowledgment of the divine presence and his readiness to receive and act upon God's instructions. Persons / Places / Events 1. JacobThe central figure in this passage, Jacob is the grandson of Abraham and the son of Isaac. He is in the midst of a complex relationship with his uncle Laban, from whom he is planning to depart. 2. Angel of GodA divine messenger who appears to Jacob in a dream, providing guidance and reassurance. The angel's appearance signifies God's direct intervention and communication with Jacob. 3. DreamA significant medium through which God communicates with Jacob. Dreams in the Old Testament often serve as a means for divine revelation. 4. LabanJacob's uncle and father-in-law, with whom Jacob has a strained relationship due to issues of deceit and exploitation. 5. Paddan-aramThe region where Jacob has been living and working for Laban, and from which he is planning to return to his homeland. Teaching Points Divine CommunicationGod often communicates with His people in ways that are personal and direct. We should be attentive to how God might be speaking to us today, whether through Scripture, prayer, or other means. Readiness to RespondJacob's response, "Here I am," reflects a posture of readiness and willingness to listen to God. We should cultivate a heart that is open and responsive to God's calling. God's Guidance in UncertaintyJust as God guided Jacob during a time of uncertainty and transition, He offers guidance to us in our own times of change and decision-making. Trust in God's PromisesJacob's encounter with the angel reaffirms God's promises to him. We can trust that God is faithful to His promises, even when circumstances seem challenging. The Role of DreamsWhile not every dream is a divine message, God can use dreams to communicate His will. We should seek discernment and wisdom in understanding the messages we receive. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Genesis 31
What is the meaning of Jacob's Ladder story?
In Genesis 31:10-12, how could Jacob's dream and the striped rods realistically influence the genetics of the flocks?
Why does Jacob's claim of seeing God 'face to face' (Gen. 32:30) not conflict with John 1:18, which says no one has ever seen God?
In Genesis 31:41, Jacob claims Laban changed his wages ten times, yet no detailed account shows each change; does this raise questions of consistency or exaggeration?Verse 11. - And the angel of God - literally, the angel (or Maleach) of Elohim, i. e. of the God who was with me and protecting me, though himself continuing unseen - spake unto me in a dream, saying, Jacob: And I said, Here am I ( videGenesis 20:1, 11).
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Hebrew In that dreamבַּחֲל֖וֹם(ba·ḥă·lō·wm)Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 2472:A dreamthe Angelמַלְאַ֧ךְ(mal·’aḵ)Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 4397:A messenger, of God, an angelof Godהָאֱלֹהִ֛ים(hā·’ĕ·lō·hîm)Article | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 430:gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlativesaidוַיֹּ֨אמֶר(way·yō·mer)Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 559:To utter, sayto me,אֵלַ֜י(’ê·lay)Preposition | first person common singular
Strong's 413:Near, with, among, to‘Jacob!’יַֽעֲקֹ֑ב(ya·‘ă·qōḇ)Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3290:Jacob -- a son of Isaac, also his descAnd I replied,וָאֹמַ֖ר(wā·’ō·mar)Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - first person common singular
Strong's 559:To utter, say‘Here I am.’הִנֵּֽנִי׃(hin·nê·nî)Interjection | first person common singular
Strong's 2009:Lo! behold!
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