The Ancient Table · Genesis 30:4–8

Bilhah’s sons

Bilhah bears two sons at separate times; Rachel names Dan and Naphtali.

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She gave him Bilhah her servant as wife, and Jacob went in to her.

Genesis 30:4 · World English Bible Classic

Bilhah conceived, and bore Jacob a son.

Genesis 30:5 · World English Bible Classic

Rachel said, “God has judged me, and has also heard my voice, and has given me a son.” Therefore she called his name Dan.

Genesis 30:6 · World English Bible Classic

Bilhah, Rachel’s servant, conceived again, and bore Jacob a second son.

Genesis 30:7 · World English Bible Classic

Rachel said, “I have wrestled with my sister with mighty wrestlings, and have prevailed.” She named him Naphtali.

Genesis 30:8 · World English Bible Classic

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