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24And Jacob was left alone; and there wrestled a man with him until the breaking of the day.

Genesis 32:24

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Matthew Henry

(vv. 24-32)

We have here the remarkable story of Jacob’s wrestling with the angel and prevailing, which is referred to, Hos. 12:4. Very early in the morning, a great while before day, Jacob had helped his wives and his children over the river, and he desired to be private, and was left alone, that he might again more fully spread his cares and fears before God in prayer. Note, We ought to continue instant in ...

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