Genesis 30:7
Arabic 2018 (الترجمة الكاثوليكيّة (اليسوعيّة))
وعادَت بِلهَةُ خادِمَةُ راحيلَ فحَمَلَت ووَلَدَتِ ٱبنًا آخَرَ لِيعْقوب.
What Does This Mean?
This verse tells us that Bilhah, Rachel's maid, had another child. This child was Jacob's second son. The key message is about the continuation of the family line.
Explained for Children
Imagine you have a pet dog that just had a litter of puppies. This verse is like saying the dog had another puppy, and this puppy is part of your growing family. It's all about how families grow and get bigger.
Historical Background
This verse is from the book of Genesis, written by Moses around 1440-1400 BCE. The audience was the Israelites, and it reflects the patriarchal society where family lineage and having many children were highly valued.
Living It Out Today
Today, when a family grows through adoption or birth, it can be compared to this verse. Each new addition to the family, like a child, brings joy and responsibility, much like how Bilhah's child added to Jacob’s family.
Topics
familylineagegrowthchildrenbiblical genealogypatriarchs
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Bilhah?
Bilhah is Rachel's maid and one of Jacob's concubines who bore him two sons, Dan and Naphtali.
What does this verse teach about family?
This verse shows how family lineage and the continuation of family through children were important in ancient times, and how each child adds to the family's history.
How does this verse relate to adoption?
While not directly about adoption, the verse can be seen as a parallel, where each new child added to a family, whether by birth or adoption, contributes to the family's growth and future.
What is the significance of Jacob having a second son?
Having multiple sons was significant as it ensured the continuation of the family line and the promise made to Abraham and Isaac, ensuring many descendants.