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Genesis 29:32 · KJV

"And Leah conceived, and bare a son, and she called his name Reuben: for she said, Surely the LORD hath looked upon my affliction; now therefore my husband will love me."

King James Version

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Passage Context

30And he went in also unto Rachel, and he loved also Rachel more than Leah, and served with him yet seven other years.
31And when the LORD saw that Leah was hated, he opened her womb: but Rachel was barren.
32And Leah conceived, and bare a son, and she called his name Reuben: for she said, Surely the LORD hath looked upon my affliction; now therefore my husband will love me.
33And she conceived again, and bare a son; and said, Because the LORD hath heard that I was hated, he hath therefore given me this son also: and she called his name Simeon.
34And she conceived again, and bare a son; and said, Now this time will my husband be joined unto me, because I have born him three sons: therefore was his name called Levi.

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Reflection Questions

1

How does feeling unloved affect your self-esteem?

2

What does it mean for you to seek validation from others?

3

When have you experienced a longing for love and acceptance?

Life Application

relationships

Evaluate how you express love and seek it from others. Consider ways to show appreciation to those who may feel overlooked.

self-worth

Reflect on your identity outside of others' opinions. How can you find value in yourself?

People in This Verse

LeahOT

Leah is the first wife of Jacob, known for her struggles with love and acceptance. She bears Jacob several children, seeking his affection.

First appearance: Genesis 29:16

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