Genesis 31:49 · KJV

"And Mizpah; for he said, The LORD watch between me and thee, when we are absent one from another."

King James Version

Passage Context

⁴⁷And Laban called it Jegarsahadutha: but Jacob called it Galeed.

⁴⁸And Laban said, This heap is a witness between me and thee this day. Therefore was the name of it called Galeed;

⁴⁹And Mizpah; for he said, The LORD watch between me and thee, when we are absent one from another.

⁵⁰If thou shalt afflict my daughters, or if thou shalt take other wives beside my daughters, no man is with us; see, God is witness betwixt me and thee.

⁵¹And Laban said to Jacob, Behold this heap, and behold this pillar, which I have cast betwixt me and thee;

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Reflection Questions

How does the idea of God's watchfulness comfort you?

What does it mean for you to maintain trust in relationships?

When have you felt the need for God's protection in your absence from someone?

Life Application

relationships

Consider how you can strengthen bonds with loved ones, even when apart. Regular communication can help maintain trust.

faith

Reflect on how God's presence influences your relationships and decisions, especially when you feel distant from others.

People in This Verse

JacobOT

Jacob is the younger twin of Esau, known for his cleverness and desire for his brother's birthright. He later becomes Israel, the father of the twelve tribes.

First appearance: Genesis 25:24

LabanOT

Laban is the brother of Rebekah and the father of Rachel and Leah. He plays a significant role in Jacob's life, particularly in the context of family and marriage.

First appearance: Genesis 24:29

Places in This Verse

Mizpah

Mizpah is a significant biblical site known for being a place of covenant and watchfulness between Jacob and Laban.

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