Genesis 38:29 Meaning
And it came to pass, as he drew back his hand, that, behold, his brother came out: and she said, How hast thou broken forth? this breach be upon thee: therefore his name was called Pharez.
Context Explained
27And it came to pass in the time of her travail, that, behold, twins were in her womb.
28And it came to pass, when she travailed, that the one put out his hand: and the midwife took and bound upon his hand a scarlet thread, saying, This came out first.
29And it came to pass, as he drew back his hand, that, behold, his brother came out: and she said, How hast thou broken forth? this breach be upon thee: therefore his name was called Pharez.
30And afterward came out his brother, that had the scarlet thread upon his hand: and his name was called Zarah.
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Related Cross References
Ruth 4:18-22
The genealogy of David includes Pharez, connecting to Jesus' lineage.
Matthew 1:3
Pharez is mentioned in the genealogy of Jesus.
Genesis 49:10
The scepter shall not depart from Judah, linking to Jesus.
Source: Genesis 38:29