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Genesis 33:16

Genesis 33:16
So Esau returned that day on his way unto Seir.

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Baptist theologian, 1697–1771

Gill's Exposition

So Esau returned that day on his way unto Seir. Took his leave of Jacob the same day he met him, and proceeded on in his journey towards Seir; whether he arrived there the same day is not certain,…

Presbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

Barnes' Notes

Genesis 33:1-20

- Jacob and Esau Meet 17. סכת sûkkôth, Sukkoth, “booths,” consisting of poles forming a roof covered with branches, leaves, or grass. 19. חמור chămôr Chamor, “ass, red, heap.” קשׂיטה qeśı̂yṭâh…

Nonconformist minister, 1662–1714

Matthew Henry

Genesis 33:16-20

Here, 1. Jacob comes to Succoth. Having in a friendly manner parted with Esau, who had gone to his own country (Gen 33:16), he comes to a place where, it should seem, he rested for some time, set up…