Genesis 35:17

And it came to pass, when she was in hard labour, that the midwife said unto her, Fear not; thou shalt have this son also.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Genesis 35:17

BSB
During her severe labor, the midwife said to her, "Do not be afraid, for you are having another son."
AKJV
And it came to pass, when she was in hard labor, that the midwife said to her, Fear not; you shall have this son also.
CPDV
because it was a difficult birth, she began to be in danger. And the midwife said to her, "Do not be afraid, for you will have this son also."
ERV
And it came to pass, when she was in hard labour, that the midwife said unto her, Fear not; for now thou shalt have another son.
NHEB
When she was in the difficult labor, the midwife said to her, "Do not be afraid, for now you have another son."
SMT
And it will be in her being hard in bringing forth, and the midwife will say to her, Thou shalt not fear, for also this a son to thee.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Genesis 35:17

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Commentary for Genesis 35:17

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Genesis 35:17
Summary
Midwife encourages Rachel during labor
Place
Ephrath
Event
Midwife reassures Rachel
Estimated Time Period
c. 2000 BC
Category
Narrative