Genesis 31:10
Genesis 31:10 in Multiple Translations
When the flocks were breeding, I saw in a dream that the streaked, spotted, and speckled males were mating with the females.
And it came to pass at the time that the cattle conceived, that I lifted up mine eyes, and saw in a dream, and, behold, the rams which leaped upon the cattle were ringstraked, speckled, and grisled.
And it came to pass at the time that the flock conceive, that I lifted up mine eyes, and saw in a dream, and, behold, the he-goats which leaped upon the flock were ringstreaked, speckled, and grizzled.
And at the time when the flock were with young, I saw in a dream that all the he-goats which were joined with the she-goats were banded and marked and coloured.
During the time the flock was breeding I had a dream where I saw that the male goats mating with the flock were all streaked, speckled, or spotted.
For in ramming time I lifted vp mine eyes and saw in a dreame, and beholde, ye hee goates leaped vpon the shee goates, that were partie coloured with litle and great spots spotted.
'And it cometh to pass at the time of the flock conceiving, that I lift up mine eyes and see in a dream, and lo, the he-goats, which are going up on the flock, [are] ring-streaked, speckled, and grisled;
During mating season, I lifted up my eyes, and saw in a dream, and behold, the male goats which leaped on the flock were streaked, speckled, and grizzled.
And it came to pass at the time that the cattle conceived, that I lifted up my eyes, and saw in a dream, and behold, the rams which leaped upon the cattle were ring-streaked, speckled, and grizzled.
For after that time came of the ewes conceiving, I lifted up my eyes, and saw in my sleep that the males which leaped upon the females were of divers colours, and spotted, and speckled.
“One time, when the animals were mating, I had a dream. In my dream I looked up and was surprised to see that some of the male goats that were mating with the female goats had black and white stripes on them, some were speckled, and some were spotted.
Then Jacob said, “One time, I had a dream. It was the month when the male and female animals join together to make babies. In that dream, I saw male and female goats joining together, and all the male goats had black and white spots and stripes on their wool.
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Hebrew Word Reference — Genesis 31:10
Study Notes — Genesis 31:10
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- Genesis 31:10 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Genesis 31:10
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 31:10
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Genesis 31:10
- Trapp's Commentary on Genesis 31:10
- Ellicott's Commentary on Genesis 31:10
- Cambridge Bible on Genesis 31:10
- Whedon's Commentary on Genesis 31:10
- Sermons on Genesis 31:10
Context — Jacob Flees from Laban
10When the flocks were breeding, I saw in a dream that the streaked, spotted, and speckled males were mating with the females.
11In that dream the angel of God said to me, ‘Jacob!’ And I replied, ‘Here I am.’ 12‘Look up,’ he said, ‘and see that all the males that are mating with the flock are streaked, spotted, or speckled; for I have seen all that Laban has done to you.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Deuteronomy 13:1 | If a prophet or dreamer of dreams arises among you and proclaims a sign or wonder to you, |
| 2 | Genesis 30:39 | they mated in front of the branches. And they bore young that were streaked or speckled or spotted. |
| 3 | Genesis 20:6 | Then God said to Abimelech in the dream, “Yes, I know that you did this with a clear conscience, and so I have kept you from sinning against Me. That is why I did not let you touch her. |
| 4 | Genesis 31:24 | But that night God came to Laban the Aramean in a dream and warned him, “Be careful not to say anything to Jacob, either good or bad.” |
| 5 | Numbers 12:6 | He said, “Hear now My words: If there is a prophet among you, I, the LORD, will reveal Myself to him in a vision; I will speak to him in a dream. |
| 6 | 1 Kings 3:5 | One night at Gibeon the LORD appeared to Solomon in a dream, and God said, “Ask, and I will give it to you!” |
| 7 | Genesis 28:12 | And Jacob had a dream about a ladder that rested on the earth with its top reaching up to heaven, and God’s angels were going up and down the ladder. |
Genesis 31:10 Summary
Genesis 31:10 is a special moment in Jacob's life where God speaks to him through a dream. In the dream, Jacob sees the streaked, spotted, and speckled males mating with the females, which is a sign of God's blessing and provision. This dream reminds us that God is always with us and wants to guide us, just like He did with Jacob (Genesis 28:15). As we trust in God's sovereignty and providence, we can have confidence that He is working everything out for our good, even when we don't understand what's happening (Romans 8:28).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the dream in Genesis 31:10?
The dream in Genesis 31:10 is a divine revelation from God, where Jacob sees the streaked, spotted, and speckled males mating with the females, indicating God's intervention in his life, as seen in Genesis 31:11-12, where the angel of God speaks to Jacob and explains the vision.
Why did God use a dream to communicate with Jacob in Genesis 31:10?
God used a dream to communicate with Jacob because it was a personal and intimate way to reveal His plan and purpose, as seen in other biblical accounts, such as Genesis 28:12, where God speaks to Jacob in a dream, and Genesis 37:5-11, where God reveals His plan to Joseph through dreams.
How does Genesis 31:10 relate to Jacob's covenant with God?
Genesis 31:10 is a reminder of God's covenant with Jacob, where God promises to be with him and bless him, as seen in Genesis 28:15, and this dream serves as a confirmation of God's presence and guidance in Jacob's life.
What can we learn from Jacob's experience in Genesis 31:10 about trusting God?
Jacob's experience in Genesis 31:10 teaches us to trust in God's sovereignty and providence, even when circumstances seem uncertain, as seen in Psalm 23:4, where David trusts in God's presence and guidance in the midst of challenges.
Reflection Questions
- What are the areas in my life where I need to trust in God's sovereignty and providence, just like Jacob did in Genesis 31:10?
- How can I cultivate a deeper awareness of God's presence and guidance in my life, as Jacob experienced in his dream?
- In what ways can I apply the principles of Genesis 31:10 to my own life, trusting in God's plan and purpose, even when circumstances seem uncertain?
- What are the 'streaked, spotted, and speckled' areas in my life that God wants to transform and use for His glory, just like the flocks in Jacob's dream?
- How can I respond to God's revelations and guidance in my life, just like Jacob did in Genesis 31:11, by acknowledging His presence and seeking His will?
Gill's Exposition on Genesis 31:10
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 31:10
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Genesis 31:10
Trapp's Commentary on Genesis 31:10
Ellicott's Commentary on Genesis 31:10
Cambridge Bible on Genesis 31:10
Whedon's Commentary on Genesis 31:10
Sermons on Genesis 31:10
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(Through the Bible) Genesis 29-31 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the equality and value of all individuals in the eyes of God. He highlights the universal need for a Savior and the unity found in Jesus Chri |
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(The Law of the Holy Spirit) the Holy Spirit Within Us by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker addresses the issue of false prophets who manipulate people for their own financial gain. He emphasizes that this is not the true baptism in the Holy Sp |
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God's Heart in Church Discipline by Aaron Hurst | In this sermon, Brother Denny emphasizes the importance of church discipline without any bias or favoritism. He quotes various Bible verses to support his message, including 1 Cori |
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Sermon on the Mount: Wolves in Sheep's Wool by J. Glyn Owen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of discerning false prophets and finding the narrow gate that leads to life. He cautions against adopting a judgmental attitud |
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The Greatest Commandment by Brian Long | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of loving the Lord with all our hearts. He states that the greatest commandment is to love God completely, and therefore, the |
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Church Discipline Part 2 by Jeff Noblit | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of Acts chapter 5 in understanding what it means to be a true church. He highlights the story of Ananias and Sapphira, who sol |
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Deception Through False Signs and Wonders by Zac Poonen | Zac Poonen warns about the prevalent deception in Christendom through false signs and wonders, echoing the warnings of Jesus and Paul regarding 'another Jesus,' 'another spirit,' a |






