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Genesis 34:2 Β· KJV

"And when Shechem the son of Hamor the Hivite, prince of the country, saw her, he took her, and lay with her, and defiled her."

King James Version

What does Genesis 34:2 mean? β†’

Passage Context

1And Dinah the daughter of Leah, which she bare unto Jacob, went out to see the daughters of the land.
2And when Shechem the son of Hamor the Hivite, prince of the country, saw her, he took her, and lay with her, and defiled her.
3And his soul clave unto Dinah the daughter of Jacob, and he loved the damsel, and spake kindly unto the damsel.
4And Shechem spake unto his father Hamor, saying, Get me this damsel to wife.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you respond to situations of injustice?

2

What does it mean for you to protect those you love?

3

When have you felt compelled to stand up for someone?

Life Application

justice

Reflect on how you can advocate for justice in your community.

relationships

Consider ways to support loved ones who may be vulnerable.

People in This Verse

DinahOT

Dinah is the daughter of Jacob and Leah. Her story highlights issues of gender and family honor in the biblical narrative.

First appearance: Genesis 30:21

ShechemOT

Shechem is the son of Hamor and a prince of the Hivites. His actions towards Dinah lead to significant conflict in Jacob's family.

First appearance: Genesis 34:2

Places in This Verse

Shechem(Nablus, West Bank today)

Shechem is an ancient city with significant historical importance in biblical narratives, serving as a central location for many events involving the patriarchs.

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