Hosea 12:3

He took his brother by the heel in the womb, and by his strength he had power with God:

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Other Translations for Hosea 12:3

BSB
In the womb he grasped his brother's heel, and in his vigor he wrestled with God.
AKJV
He took his brother by the heel in the womb, and by his strength he had power with God:
CPDV
In the womb, he supplanted his brother; for in his good fortune, he had been guided by an angel.
ERV
In the womb he took his brother by the heel; and in his manhood he had power with God:
NHEB
In the womb he took his brother by the heel; and in his manhood he contended with God.
SMT
In the belly he circumvented his brother, and by his strength he was a leader with God.

Commentary for Hosea 12:3

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Hosea 12:3
Summary
Jacob gained power through strength
Event
Jacob's prenatal struggle remembered
Estimated Time Period
c. 2000 BC
Category
Narrative