Genesis 29:33

Authorized King James Version

And she conceived again, and bare a son; and said, Because the LORD hath heard that I was hated, he hath therefore given me this son also: and she called his name Simeon.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וַתַּ֣הַר

H2029

And she conceived

to be (or become) pregnant, conceive (literally or figuratively)

עוֹד֮

H5750

properly, iteration or continuance; used only adverbially (with or without preposition), again, repeatedly, still, more

וַתֵּ֣לֶד

H3205

again and bare

to bear young; causatively, to beget; medically, to act as midwife; specifically, to show lineage

בֵּן֒

H1121

a son

a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or

וַתֹּ֗אמֶר

H559

and said

to say (used with great latitude)

כִּֽי

H3588

(by implication) very widely used as a relative conjunction or adverb (as below); often largely modified by other particles annexed

שָׁמַ֤ע

H8085

hath heard

to hear intelligently (often with implication of attention, obedience, etc.; causatively, to tell, etc.)

יְהוָה֙

H3068

Because the LORD

(the) self-existent or eternal; jeho-vah, jewish national name of god

כִּֽי

H3588

(by implication) very widely used as a relative conjunction or adverb (as below); often largely modified by other particles annexed

#10

שְׂנוּאָ֣ה

H8130

that I was hated

to hate (personally)

#11

אָנֹ֔כִי

H595

#12

וַיִּתֶּן

H5414

he hath therefore given

to give, used with greatest latitude of application (put, make, etc.)

#13

לִ֖י

#14

גַּם

H1571

properly, assemblage; used only adverbially also, even, yea, though; often repeated as correl. both...and

#15

אֶת

H853

properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)

#16

זֶ֑ה

H2088

the masculine demonstrative pronoun, this or that

#17

וַתִּקְרָ֥א

H7121

me this son also and she called

to call out to (i.e., properly, address by name, but used in a wide variety of applications)

#18

שְׁמ֖וֹ

H8034

his name

an appellation, as a mark or memorial of individuality; by implication honor, authority, character

#19

שִׁמְעֽוֹן׃

H8095

Simeon

shimon, one of jacob's sons, also the tribe descended from him

Analysis

This verse develops the creation and providence theme central to Genesis. The concept of divine sovereignty reflects God's absolute sovereignty over all existence. The divine name or title here functions within foundational narrative establishing God's relationship with creation and humanity to establish theological authority and covenantal relationship. The original language emphasizes the covenant name Yahweh, emphasizing God's faithfulness to His promises, providing deeper understanding of the author's theological intention.

Historical Context

This passage must be understood within the tribal and clan-based society of the ancient Near East. The author writes to address the foundational narrative for Israel's identity and relationship with God, making the emphasis on creation and providence particularly relevant. Historical documents from this period show cultural practices and social structures that would have been familiar to the original readers, illuminating the verse's original impact.

Questions for Reflection

In what ways does understanding divine sovereignty in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about creation and providence?
How does this passage contribute to our understanding of the progressive revelation of God's purposes throughout Scripture, and what implications does this have for Christian discipleship?
What practical applications emerge from understanding creation and providence as presented in this verse, particularly in light of contemporary challenges facing the church and individual believers?

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