King James Version
Genesis 31:5 in the King James Version says “And said unto them, I see your father's countenance, that it is not toward me as before; but the God of my father hath b...” — study this verse from Genesis chapter 31 with commentary, cross-references, and original Hebrew word analysis.
“And said unto them, I see your father's countenance, that it is not toward me as before; but the God of my father hath been with me.”
Genesis 31:5 · KJV
And the LORD said unto Jacob, Return unto the land of thy fathers, and to thy kindred; and I will be with thee.
And Jacob sent and called Rachel and Leah to the field unto his flock,
And said unto them, I see your father's countenance, that it is not toward me as before; but the God of my father hath been with me.
And ye know that with all my power I have served your father.
And your father hath deceived me, and changed my wages ten times; but God suffered him not to hurt me.
KJV Study — Public Domain
“unto them I see”
H7200to see, literally or figuratively (in numerous applications, direct and implied, transitive, intransitive and causative)
properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)
“countenance”
H6440the face (as the part that turns); used in a great variety of applications (literally and figuratively); also (with prepositional prefix) as a preposi
“of my father”
H1father, in a literal and immediate, or figurative and remote application
(by implication) very widely used as a relative conjunction or adverb (as below); often largely modified by other particles annexed
“that it is not toward me as”
H8543properly, ago, i.e., a (short or long) time since; especially yesterday, or day before yesterday
“but the God”
H430gods in the ordinary sense; but specifically used (in the plural thus, especially with the article) of the supreme god; occasionally applied by way of
“of my father”
H1father, in a literal and immediate, or figurative and remote application
“hath been”
H1961to exist, i.e., be or become, come to pass (always emphatic, and not a mere copula or auxiliary)
This verse is found in the book of Genesis. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.
Genesis 31:5 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.
Verses related to Genesis 31:5 from Treasury of Scripture Knowledge