Genesis 38:4

Genesis · Old Testament · Chapter 38

“And she conceived again, and bare a son; and she called his name Onan.”Genesis 38:4

What Does Genesis 38:4 Mean?

Genesis 38:4 is found in the book of Genesis, chapter 38, verse 4 of the Old Testament. This verse connects to 2 other passages through cross-references, placing it within a rich network of biblical meaning.

Cross-References (2)

These passages are connected to Genesis 38:4 through shared themes, quotations, or prophetic fulfillment.

Genesis 46:12“And the sons of Judah; Er, and Onan, and Shelah, and Pharez, and Zarah: but Er and Onan died in the land of Canaan. And the sons of Pharez were Hezron and Hamul.”Numbers 26:19“The sons of Judah were Er and Onan: and Er and Onan died in the land of Canaan.”

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