What does Genesis 34:12 mean?

Genesis 34:12 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Genesis 34:12 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

Ask me never so much dowry and gift, and I will give according as ye shall say unto me: but give me the damsel to wife.

10And ye shall dwell with us: and the land shall be before you; dwell and trade ye therein, and get you possessions therein.

11And Shechem said unto her father and unto her brethren, Let me find grace in your eyes, and what ye shall say unto me I will give.

12Ask me never so much dowry and gift, and I will give according as ye shall say unto me: but give me the damsel to wife.

13And the sons of Jacob answered Shechem and Hamor his father deceitfully, and said, because he had defiled Dinah their sister:

14And they said unto them, We cannot do this thing, to give our sister to one that is uncircumcised; for that were a reproach unto us:

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