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Genesis 33:7-10 New American Bible, Revised Edition (NABRE)

7. next, Leah and her children came forward and bowed low; lastly, Joseph and Rachel came forward and bowed low.

8. Then Esau asked, “What did you intend with all those herds that I encountered?” Jacob answered, “It was to gain my lord’s favor.”

9. Esau replied, “I have plenty; my brother, you should keep what is yours.”

10. “No, I beg you!” said Jacob. “If you will do me the favor, accept this gift from me, since to see your face is for me like seeing the face of God—and you have received me so kindly.

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