Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version and Isaac was forty years old when he married Rebekah daughter of Bethuel the Aramean from Paddan Aram and sister of Laban the Aramean. New Living Translation When Isaac was forty years old, he married Rebekah, the daughter of Bethuel the Aramean from Paddan-aram and the sister of Laban the Aramean. English Standard Version and Isaac was forty years old when he took Rebekah, the daughter of Bethuel the Aramean of Paddan-aram, the sister of Laban the Aramean, to be his wife. Berean Standard Bible and Isaac was forty years old when he married Rebekah, the daughter of Bethuel the Aramean from Paddan-aram and the sister of Laban the Aramean. King James Bible And Isaac was forty years old when he took Rebekah to wife, the daughter of Bethuel the Syrian of Padanaram, the sister to Laban the Syrian. New King James Version Isaac was forty years old when he took Rebekah as wife, the daughter of Bethuel the Syrian of Padan Aram, the sister of Laban the Syrian. New American Standard Bible and Isaac was forty years old when he took Rebekah, the daughter of Bethuel the Aramean of Paddan-aram, the sister of Laban the Aramean, to be his wife. NASB 1995 and Isaac was forty years old when he took Rebekah, the daughter of Bethuel the Aramean of Paddan-aram, the sister of Laban the Aramean, to be his wife. NASB 1977 and Isaac was forty years old when he took Rebekah, the daughter of Bethuel the Aramean of Paddan-aram, the sister of Laban the Aramean, to be his wife. Legacy Standard Bible and Isaac was forty years old when he took Rebekah, the daughter of Bethuel the Aramean of Paddan-aram, the sister of Laban the Aramean, to be his wife. Amplified Bible Isaac was forty years old when he married Rebekah, the daughter of Bethuel the Aramean (Syrian) of Paddan-aram, the sister of Laban the Aramean. Christian Standard Bible Isaac was forty years old when he took as his wife Rebekah daughter of Bethuel the Aramean from Paddan-aram and sister of Laban the Aramean. Holman Christian Standard Bible Isaac was 40 years old when he took as his wife Rebekah daughter of Bethuel the Aramean from Paddan-aram and sister of Laban the Aramean. American Standard Version and Isaac was forty years old when he took Rebekah, the daughter of Bethuel the Syrian of Paddan-aram, the sister of Laban the Syrian, to be his wife. Contemporary English Version and he was 40 years old when he married Rebekah, the daughter of Bethuel. She was also the sister of Laban, the Aramean from northern Syria. Almost 20 years later, English Revised Version and Isaac was forty years old when he took Rebekah, the daughter of Bethuel the Syrian of Paddan-aram, the sister of Laban the Syrian, to be his wife. GOD'S WORD® Translation Isaac was 40 years old when he married Rebekah, daughter of Bethuel the Aramean from Paddan Aram and sister of Laban the Aramean. Good News Translation Isaac was forty years old when he married Rebecca, the daughter of Bethuel (an Aramean from Mesopotamia) and sister of Laban. International Standard Version Isaac was forty years old when he married Rebekah, the daughter of Bethuel, the Aramean from Paddan-aram and sister of Laban the Aramean. Majority Standard Bible and Isaac was forty years old when he married Rebekah, the daughter of Bethuel the Aramean from Paddan-aram and the sister of Laban the Aramean. NET Bible When Isaac was forty years old, he married Rebekah, the daughter of Bethuel the Aramean from Paddan Aram and sister of Laban the Aramean. New Heart English Bible Isaac was forty years old when he took Rebekah, the daughter of Bethuel the Aramean of Paddan Aram, the sister of Laban the Aramean, to be his wife. Webster's Bible Translation And Isaac was forty years old when he took Rebekah to wife, the daughter of Bethuel the Syrian of Padan-aram, the sister to Laban the Syrian. World English Bible Isaac was forty years old when he took Rebekah, the daughter of Bethuel the Syrian of Paddan Aram, the sister of Laban the Syrian, to be his wife. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand Isaac is a son of forty years in his taking Rebekah, daughter of Bethuel the Aramean, from Padan-Aram, sister of Laban the Aramean, to him for a wife. Young's Literal Translation and Isaac is a son of forty years in his taking Rebekah, daughter of Bethuel the Aramaean, from Padan-Aram, sister of Laban the Aramaean, to him for a wife. Smith's Literal Translation And Isaak shall be the son of forty years in his taking Rebekah, daughter of Bethuel the Syrian of Padan Aram, sister of Laban the Syrian, to him for a wife. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleWho when he was forty years old, took to wife Rebecca the daughter of Bathuel the Syrian of Mesopotamia, sister to Laban. Catholic Public Domain Version who, when he was forty years old, took Rebekah, the sister of Laban, the daughter of Bethuel the Syrian from Mesopotamia, as a wife. New American Bible Isaac was forty years old when he married Rebekah, the daughter of Bethuel the Aramean of Paddan-aram and the sister of Laban the Aramean. New Revised Standard Version and Isaac was forty years old when he married Rebekah, daughter of Bethuel the Aramean of Paddan-aram, sister of Laban the Aramean. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd Isaac was forty years old when he took Rebekah to wife, the daughter of Bethuel the Aramean of Padan-aram, the sister of Laban, the Aramean (Syrian). Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And Isaaq was a son of forty years when he took Raphqa, the daughter of Bethuyel, the Aramaean, from Padan d'Aram, the sister of Laban the Aramaean, a wife for himself. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And Isaac was forty years old when he took Rebekah, the daughter of Bethuel the Aramean, of Paddan-aram, the sister of Laban the Aramean, to be his wife. Brenton Septuagint Translation Abraam begot Isaac. And Isaac was forty years old when he took to wife Rebecca, daughter of Bathuel the Syrian, out of Syrian Mesopotamia, sister of Laban the Syrian. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Jacob and Esau19This is the account of Abraham’s son Isaac. Abraham became the father of Isaac, 20and Isaac was forty years old when he married Rebekah, the daughter of Bethuel the Aramean from Paddan-aram and the sister of Laban the Aramean. 21Later, Isaac prayed to the LORD on behalf of his wife, because she was barren. And the LORD heard his prayer, and his wife Rebekah conceived.… Cross References Genesis 24:67 And Isaac brought her into the tent of his mother Sarah and took Rebekah as his wife. And Isaac loved her and was comforted after his mother’s death. Genesis 28:2 “Go at once to Paddan-aram, to the house of your mother’s father Bethuel, and take a wife from among the daughters of Laban, your mother’s brother. Genesis 24:3-4 and I will have you swear by the LORD, the God of heaven and the God of earth, that you will not take a wife for my son from the daughters of the Canaanites among whom I am dwelling, / but will go to my country and my kindred to take a wife for my son Isaac.” Genesis 26:34-35 When Esau was forty years old, he took as his wives Judith daughter of Beeri the Hittite and Basemath daughter of Elon the Hittite. / And they brought grief to Isaac and Rebekah. Genesis 29:1-30 Jacob resumed his journey and came to the land of the people of the east. / He looked and saw a well in the field, and near it lay three flocks of sheep, because the sheep were watered from this well. And a large stone covered the mouth of the well. / When all the flocks had been gathered there, the shepherds would roll away the stone from the mouth of the well and water the sheep. Then they would return the stone to its place over the mouth of the well. ... Genesis 21:21 And while he was dwelling in the Wilderness of Paran, his mother got a wife for him from the land of Egypt. Genesis 22:23 And Bethuel became the father of Rebekah. Milcah bore these eight sons to Abraham’s brother Nahor. Genesis 11:29 And Abram and Nahor took wives for themselves. Abram’s wife was named Sarai, and Nahor’s wife was named Milcah; she was the daughter of Haran, who was the father of both Milcah and Iscah. Genesis 12:1-3 Then the LORD said to Abram, “Leave your country, your kindred, and your father’s household, and go to the land I will show you. / I will make you into a great nation, and I will bless you; I will make your name great, so that you will be a blessing. / I will bless those who bless you and curse those who curse you; and all the families of the earth will be blessed through you.” Genesis 17:19 But God replied, “Your wife Sarah will indeed bear you a son, and you are to name him Isaac. I will establish My covenant with him as an everlasting covenant for his descendants after him. Genesis 24:15 Before the servant had finished praying, Rebekah came out with her jar on her shoulder. She was the daughter of Bethuel son of Milcah, the wife of Abraham’s brother Nahor. Genesis 27:46 Then Rebekah said to Isaac, “I am weary of my life because of these Hittite women. If Jacob takes a Hittite wife from among them, what good is my life?” Genesis 28:5 So Isaac sent Jacob to Paddan-aram, to Laban son of Bethuel the Aramean, the brother of Rebekah, who was the mother of Jacob and Esau. Genesis 35:23-26 The sons of Leah were Reuben the firstborn of Jacob, Simeon, Levi, Judah, Issachar, and Zebulun. / The sons of Rachel were Joseph and Benjamin. / The sons of Rachel’s maidservant Bilhah were Dan and Naphtali. ... Genesis 36:2-3 Esau took his wives from the daughters of Canaan: Adah daughter of Elon the Hittite, Oholibamah daughter of Anah and granddaughter of Zibeon the Hivite, / and Basemath daughter of Ishmael and sister of Nebaioth. Treasury of Scripture And Isaac was forty years old when he took Rebekah to wife, the daughter of Bethuel the Syrian of Padanaram, the sister to Laban the Syrian. A. Genesis 22:23 And Bethuel begat Rebekah: these eight Milcah did bear to Nahor, Abraham's brother. Genesis 24:67 And Isaac brought her into his mother Sarah's tent, and took Rebekah, and she became his wife; and he loved her: and Isaac was comforted after his mother's death. the Syrian. Genesis 24:29 And Rebekah had a brother, and his name was Laban: and Laban ran out unto the man, unto the well. Genesis 28:5,6 And Isaac sent away Jacob: and he went to Padanaram unto Laban, son of Bethuel the Syrian, the brother of Rebekah, Jacob's and Esau's mother… Genesis 31:18,20,24 And he carried away all his cattle, and all his goods which he had gotten, the cattle of his getting, which he had gotten in Padanaram, for to go to Isaac his father in the land of Canaan… Jump to Previous Aram Aramaean Aramean Bethuel Bethu'el Daughter Forty Isaac Laban Married Padanaram Padan-Aram Paddan Paddan-Aram Rebecca Rebekah Sister Syrian WifeJump to Next Aram Aramaean Aramean Bethuel Bethu'el Daughter Forty Isaac Laban Married Padanaram Padan-Aram Paddan Paddan-Aram Rebecca Rebekah Sister Syrian WifeGenesis 25 1. The sons of Abraham by Keturah.5. The division of his goods. 7. His age, death, and burial. 11. God blesses Isaac. 12. The generations of Ishmael. 17. His age and death. 19. Isaac prays for Rebekah, being barren. 22. The children strive in her womb. 24. The birth of Esau and Jacob. 27. Their different characters and pursuits. 29. Esau sells his birthright. and Isaac was forty years old Isaac's age at marriage is significant, as it reflects a period of waiting and preparation. In biblical times, marrying at forty was not uncommon, especially for someone of Isaac's status. This age also signifies maturity and readiness for the responsibilities of family life. Isaac's life is often seen as a type of Christ, and his waiting period can be compared to the anticipation of the Messiah. when he married Rebekah the daughter of Bethuel the Aramean from Paddan-aram and the sister of Laban the Aramean Persons / Places / Events 1. IsaacThe son of Abraham and Sarah, Isaac is a key patriarch in the lineage of the Israelites. His life is marked by obedience and faith, and he is a bridge between the promises given to Abraham and their continuation through Jacob. 2. Rebekah The wife of Isaac and mother of Esau and Jacob. Rebekah is known for her decisive actions and her role in the continuation of God's covenant through Jacob. 3. Bethuel Rebekah's father, identified as an Aramean. His lineage connects Rebekah to the broader family of Abraham, emphasizing the importance of family ties in the biblical account. 4. Laban Rebekah's brother, who later plays a significant role in the life of Jacob. Laban's interactions with Jacob highlight themes of family, deception, and God's providence. 5. Paddan-aram A region in Mesopotamia, significant as the place where Abraham's family resided. It serves as a backdrop for the unfolding of God's promises through the patriarchs. Teaching Points God's Timing and FaithfulnessIsaac was forty years old when he married Rebekah, illustrating that God's timing is perfect. We are reminded to trust in God's plan and timing for our lives. Importance of Family and Heritage The emphasis on Rebekah's family background highlights the importance of maintaining faith and values within the family. We should strive to uphold and pass on our faith heritage. Role of Obedience in God's Plan Isaac's marriage to Rebekah was a result of obedience to God's guidance. Our obedience to God's will is crucial in fulfilling His purposes in our lives. Providence in Relationships The union of Isaac and Rebekah was orchestrated by God, showing that He is involved in our relationships. We should seek His guidance in our relational decisions.Verse 20. - And Isaac was forty years old when he took Rebekah to wife, - the valuable chronological fact here stated for the first time proves that Isaac was married three years after his mother's death (cf. Genesis 23:1) - the daughter of Bethuel the Syrian of Padan-aram, the sister to Laban the Syrian (vide on Genesis 22:23; 24:29). Though a descendant of Arphaxad (Genesis 10:24), Bethuel is styled a Syrian, or Aramaean, from the country of his adoption. On Padanaram vide Genesis 24:10. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew and Isaacיִצְחָק֙ (yiṣ·ḥāq) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3327: Isaac -- 'he laughs', son of Abraham and Sarah was וַיְהִ֤י (way·hî) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be forty אַרְבָּעִ֣ים (’ar·bā·‘îm) Number - common plural Strong's 705: Forty years old בֶּן־ (ben-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1121: A son when he married בְּקַחְתּ֣וֹ (bə·qaḥ·tōw) Preposition-b | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 3947: To take Rebekah, רִבְקָ֗ה (riḇ·qāh) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 7259: Rebekah -- wife of Isaac the daughter בַּת־ (baṯ-) Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 1323: A daughter of Bethuel בְּתוּאֵל֙ (bə·ṯū·’êl) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1328: Bethuel -- perhaps 'man of God', a nephew of Abraham the Aramean הָֽאֲרַמִּ֔י (hā·’ă·ram·mî) Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 761: Aramean -- an inhabitant of Aram (Syria) from מִפַּדַּ֖ן (mip·pad·dan) Preposition Strong's Hebrew Paddan-aram אֲרָ֑ם (’ă·rām) Preposition | Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 6307: Paddan-aram -- the place where Rachel died and the sister אֲח֛וֹת (’ă·ḥō·wṯ) Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 269: Sister -- a sister of Laban לָבָ֥ן (lā·ḇān) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3837: Laban -- father-in-law of Jacob the Aramean. הָאֲרַמִּ֖י (hā·’ă·ram·mî) Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 761: Aramean -- an inhabitant of Aram (Syria) Links Genesis 25:20 NIVGenesis 25:20 NLT Genesis 25:20 ESV Genesis 25:20 NASB Genesis 25:20 KJV Genesis 25:20 BibleApps.com Genesis 25:20 Biblia Paralela Genesis 25:20 Chinese Bible Genesis 25:20 French Bible Genesis 25:20 Catholic Bible OT Law: Genesis 25:20 Isaac was forty years old when he (Gen. 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