Genesis 32:31
Genesis 32:31 in Multiple Translations
The sun rose above him as he passed by Penuel, and he was limping because of his hip.
And as he passed over Penuel the sun rose upon him, and he halted upon his thigh.
And the sun rose upon him as he passed over Penuel, and he limped upon his thigh.
And while he was going past Peniel, the sun came up. And he went with unequal steps because of his damaged leg.
The sun came up as Jacob left Peniel, limping along because of his damaged hip.
And the sunne rose vp to him as he passed Peniel, and he halted vpon his thigh.
and the sun riseth on him when he hath passed over Penuel, and he is halting on his thigh;
The sun rose on him as he passed over Peniel, and he limped because of his thigh.
And as he passed over Penuel the sun rose upon him, and he halted upon his thigh.
And immediately the sun rose upon him, after he was past Phanuel; but he halted on his foot.
The sun was rising as Jacob left Peniel, and he was limping because of what had happened to his hip.
Then the sun came up, and Jacob left Penuel and started walking towards his family. Jacob couldn’t walk very well, because that man made his leg bone come out of the joint.
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Study Notes — Genesis 32:31
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- Genesis 32:31 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Genesis 32:31
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 32:31
- Trapp's Commentary on Genesis 32:31
- Ellicott's Commentary on Genesis 32:31
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Genesis 32:31
- Cambridge Bible on Genesis 32:31
- Whedon's Commentary on Genesis 32:31
- Sermons on Genesis 32:31
Context — Jacob Wrestles with God
31The sun rose above him as he passed by Penuel, and he was limping because of his hip.
32Therefore to this day the Israelites do not eat the tendon attached to the socket of the hip, because the socket of Jacob’s hip was struck near that tendon.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 2 Corinthians 12:7 | or because of these surpassingly great revelations. So to keep me from becoming conceited, I was given a thorn in my flesh, a messenger of Satan, to torment me. |
| 2 | Genesis 19:15 | At daybreak the angels hurried Lot along, saying, “Get up! Take your wife and your two daughters who are here, or you will be swept away in the punishment of the city.” |
| 3 | Judges 8:8 | From there he went up to Penuel and asked the same from them, but the men of Penuel gave the same response as the men of Succoth. |
| 4 | Genesis 19:23 | And by the time the sun had risen over the land, Lot had reached Zoar. |
| 5 | 2 Corinthians 12:9 | But He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My power is perfected in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly in my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest on me. |
| 6 | Psalms 38:17 | For I am ready to fall, and my pain is ever with me. |
| 7 | Malachi 4:2 | “But for you who fear My name, the sun of righteousness will rise with healing in its wings, and you will go out and leap like calves from the stall. |
| 8 | Genesis 32:25 | When the man saw that he could not overpower Jacob, he struck the socket of Jacob’s hip and dislocated it as they wrestled. |
Genesis 32:31 Summary
[This verse tells us that after Jacob met God, he was changed physically and spiritually, and he limped as a reminder of his encounter, as seen in Genesis 32:31. This experience marked a new beginning for Jacob, and it can be the same for us when we meet God in a personal way, as promised in John 1:12. Just like Jacob, we can trust God to be with us and guide us, even when the journey gets tough, as seen in Psalm 23:4. As we reflect on Jacob's story, we can ask ourselves how we can surrender to God more fully and trust Him more deeply.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of Jacob limping after his encounter with God?
Jacob's limp is a reminder of the physical and spiritual impact of his encounter with God, as seen in Genesis 32:31, and it serves as a symbol of his newfound humility and dependence on God, much like the Israelites' practice of not eating the tendon at the socket of the hip, as mentioned in Genesis 32:32.
Why did the sun rise above Jacob as he passed by Penuel?
The rising sun in Genesis 32:31 may symbolize a new beginning for Jacob, much like the dawn of a new day, and it marks the start of his journey as a transformed person, having just been blessed by God in Genesis 32:29.
How does Jacob's experience relate to our own lives?
Just as Jacob was forever changed by his encounter with God, we too can experience transformation when we meet God in a personal way, as promised in Romans 12:2, and this can lead to a life of obedience and trust, as seen in Jacob's newfound commitment to follow God, despite the challenges he faced.
What is the spiritual significance of the name Penuel?
The name Penuel, meaning 'face of God', is a reminder of Jacob's face-to-face encounter with God, as mentioned in Genesis 32:30, and it serves as a testament to the reality of God's presence and power in our lives, as seen in Exodus 33:14-15, where God promises to be present with His people.
Reflection Questions
- How have you experienced God's presence in your life, and what impact has it had on you?
- In what ways do you struggle with humility and dependence on God, and how can you surrender to Him more fully?
- What are some areas in your life where you need to trust God more, and how can you take steps of faith to do so?
- How can you, like Jacob, mark significant spiritual experiences in your life, and what reminders can you put in place to help you remember God's faithfulness?
Gill's Exposition on Genesis 32:31
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 32:31
Trapp's Commentary on Genesis 32:31
Ellicott's Commentary on Genesis 32:31
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Genesis 32:31
Cambridge Bible on Genesis 32:31
Whedon's Commentary on Genesis 32:31
Sermons on Genesis 32:31
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How God Broke Jacob by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of Jacob from the book of Genesis. Jacob, who had done wrong things and was running away, had a vision of a ladder from heaven to e |
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An Example Not to Follow by Conrad Murrell | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the state of Christianity and the signs that indicate the end is near. He points out that while Christianity may appear to be growing in size |
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Brokenness Study #5 - the Promise by Charles Stanley | In this sermon, the preacher reflects on the grace of God and expresses wonder at how God could love, be patient, forgiving, forbearing, good, gracious, and kind to him despite his |
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Brokenness by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of God breaking us in order to use us effectively. He uses the example of Jacob being broken for twenty years in his father-in |
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Why Do Some Battles Never Go Away? by Carter Conlon | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that the fallen nature of humanity is defeated by the power of Christ within believers. The devil tries to convince people that their battle |
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Humility by C.H. Spurgeon | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of humility in our daily lives. He uses a picture as an analogy to illustrate how our perception of ourselves can change when |
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Full Surrender by Keith Daniel | This sermon is about the importance of surrendering to God, highlighting the struggle to let go of our troubles and the unknown hindrances that hold us back. It emphasizes the need |






