Genesis 35:5

And they journeyed: and the terror of God was upon the cities that were round about them, and they did not pursue after the sons of Jacob.

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Other Translations for Genesis 35:5

BSB
As they set out, a terror from God fell over the surrounding cities, so that they did not pursue Jacob's sons.
AKJV
And they journeyed: and the terror of God was on the cities that were round about them, and they did not pursue after the sons of Jacob.
CPDV
And when they had set out, the terror of God invaded all the surrounding cities, and they dared not pursue them as they withdrew.
ERV
And they journeyed: and a great terror was upon the cities that were round about them, and they did not pursue after the sons of Jacob.
NHEB
Then they set out, and a terror of God was upon the cities that were around them, so that they did not pursue the sons of Jacob.
SMT
And they will remove; and the terror of God will be upon the cities which are surrounding them; and they pursued not after the sons of Jacob.

Commentary for Genesis 35:5

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Genesis 35:5
Summary
Divine protection prevents pursuit of Jacob
Place
Canaan
Event
God's terror prevents enemy pursuit
Estimated Time Period
c. 2000 BC
Category
Miracle