Genesis 35:18 · KJV

"And it came to pass, as her soul was in departing, (for she died) that she called his name Ben-oni: but his father called him Benjamin."

King James Version

Passage Context

¹⁶And they journeyed from Beth-el; and there was but a little way to come to Ephrath: and Rachel travailed, and she had hard labour.

¹⁷And it came to pass, when she was in hard labour, that the midwife said unto her, Fear not; thou shalt have this son also.

¹⁸And it came to pass, as her soul was in departing, (for she died) that she called his name Ben-oni: but his father called him Benjamin.

¹⁹And Rachel died, and was buried in the way to Ephrath, which is Beth-lehem.

²⁰And Jacob set a pillar upon her grave: that is the pillar of Rachel's grave unto this day.

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Reflection Questions

What does the naming of Benjamin reveal about Jacob's character?

How do you cope with grief and loss?

When have you had to make difficult decisions in times of sorrow?

Life Application

grief

Consider how you can support others who are grieving.

family

Reflect on the legacy of love and memory you carry from your family.

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

RachelOT

Rachel is the daughter of Laban and the favored wife of Jacob. Her story is central to the narrative of Jacob's family and the development of the tribes of Israel.

First appearance: Genesis 29:6

Places in This Verse

Ephrath(Bethlehem, West Bank today)

Ephrath is significant as the birthplace of Benjamin and later becomes known as Bethlehem, a key location in biblical narratives.

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