Genesis 31:49

And Mizpah; for he said, The LORD watch between me and thee, when we are absent one from another.

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Other Translations for Genesis 31:49

BSB
It was also called Mizpah, because Laban said, "May the LORD keep watch between you and me when we are absent from each other.
AKJV
And Mizpah; for he said, The LORD watch between me and you, when we are absent one from another.
CPDV
"May the Lord consider and judge between us, when we will have withdrawn from one another.
ERV
and Mizpah, for he said, The LORD watch between me and thee, when we are absent one from another.
NHEB
and Mizpah, for he said, "God watch between me and you, when we are absent one from another.
SMT
And watchtower: for he said Jehovah will watch between me and between thee when we shall be concealed a man from his Mend.

Commentary for Genesis 31:49

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Genesis 31:49
Summary
Divine providence will monitor both parties' behavior
Event
Laban invokes God's surveillance
Estimated Time Period
c. 2000 BC
Category
Blessing