Genesis, 33
3. He himself went on before them and bowed to the ground seven times until he came near his brother.
3. He himself went on before them and bowed to the ground seven times until he came near his brother.
Genesis 33 describes the meeting between Esau and Jacob after years of separation. Jacob, fearing Esau's revenge, sends gifts to appease his brother. The chapter ends with Esau offering to travel with Jacob, but Jacob refuses, claiming that children and herds are weak and need rest. Here are five verses related to the topics addressed in Genesis 33:
Deuteronomy 23:7 - "Thou shalt not abhor the Edomy, for it is your brother, not the Egyptian, for foreigner have gone in his land." This verse highlights the importance of reconciliation between brothers, even if they had conflicts in the past. Jacob and Esau are brothers who reconcile after years of animosity.
Proverbs 16:7 - "When the ways of man pleases the Lord, to his enemies they make peace with him." This verse highlights the importance of acting with justice and integrity, which can even lead enemies to make peace. Jacob acted with integrity and sent to Esau to appease him.
Isaiah 32:17 - "And the effect of justice will be peace, and the operation of justice, rest and security forever." This verse highlights the connection between justice and peace. Jacob and Esau found peace after years of conflict, thanks to Jacob's justice and integrity.
Matthew 5:9 - "Blessed are the peacemakers, because they will be called children of God." This verse highlights the importance of peace and reconciliation in the Christian life. Jacob and Esau reconciled each other after years of conflict and therefore can be considered peacemakers.
Hebrews 12:14 - "I followed peace with all and sanctification, without which no one will see the Lord." This verse highlights the importance of peace and sanctification in the Christian life. Jacob and Esau reconciled each other after years of conflict and therefore followed the path of peace and sanctification.
“O meu passado, Senhor, à Tua misericórdia. O meu Presente, ao Teu amor. O meu futuro, à Tua Providência.” São Padre Pio de Pietrelcina
