Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version She conceived again, and when she gave birth to a son she said, “Because the LORD heard that I am not loved, he gave me this one too.” So she named him Simeon. New Living Translation She soon became pregnant again and gave birth to another son. She named him Simeon, for she said, “The LORD heard that I was unloved and has given me another son.” English Standard Version She conceived again and bore a son, and said, “Because the LORD has heard that I am hated, he has given me this son also.” And she called his name Simeon. Berean Standard Bible Again she conceived and gave birth to a son, and she said, “Because the LORD has heard that I am unloved, He has given me this son as well.” So she named him Simeon. Berean Literal Bible And she conceived again and bore a son and she said, “Surely YHWH has heard that I am hated, and He has given to me also this one.” And she called his name Simeon. King James Bible And she conceived again, and bare a son; and said, Because the LORD hath heard that I was hated, he hath therefore given me this son also: and she called his name Simeon. New King James Version Then she conceived again and bore a son, and said, “Because the LORD has heard that I am unloved, He has therefore given me this son also.” And she called his name Simeon. New American Standard Bible Then she conceived again and gave birth to a son, and said, “Because the LORD has heard that I am unloved, He has therefore given me this son also.” So she named him Simeon. NASB 1995 Then she conceived again and bore a son and said, “Because the LORD has heard that I am unloved, He has therefore given me this son also.” So she named him Simeon. NASB 1977 Then she conceived again and bore a son and said, “Because the LORD has heard that I am unloved, He has therefore given me this son also.” So she named him Simeon. Legacy Standard Bible Then she conceived again and bore a son and said, “Because Yahweh has heard that I am unloved, He has therefore given me this son also.” So she named him Simeon. Amplified Bible Then she conceived again and gave birth to a son and said, “Because the LORD heard that I am unloved, He has given me this son also.” So she named him Simeon (God hears). Berean Annotated Bible Again she conceived and gave birth to a son, and she said, “Because the LORD {YHWH} has heard that I am unloved, He has given me this son as well. So she named him Simeon (one who hears). Christian Standard Bible She conceived again, gave birth to a son, and said, “The LORD heard that I am neglected and has given me this son also.” So she named him Simeon. Holman Christian Standard Bible She conceived again, gave birth to a son, and said, “The LORD heard that I am unloved and has given me this son also.” So she named him Simeon. American Standard Version And she conceived again, and bare a son: and said, Because Jehovah hath heard that I am hated, he hath therefore given me this son also: and she called his name Simeon. Contemporary English Version She had a second son and named him Simeon, because she said, "The LORD has heard that my husband doesn't love me." English Revised Version And she conceived again, and bare a son; and said, Because the LORD hath heard that I am hated, he hath therefore given me this son also: and she called his name Simeon. GOD'S WORD® Translation She became pregnant again and gave birth to another son. She said, "Certainly, the LORD has heard that I'm unloved, and he also has given me this son." So she named him Simeon [Hearing]. Good News Translation She became pregnant again and gave birth to another son. She said, "The LORD has given me this son also, because he heard that I was not loved"; so she named him Simeon. International Standard Version Later, she conceived again, bore a son, and declared, "Because the LORD heard that I'm neglected, he gave me this one, too." So she named him Simeon. NET Bible She became pregnant again and had another son. She said, "Because the LORD heard that I was unloved, he gave me this one too." So she named him Simeon. New Heart English Bible She conceived again, and bore a son, and said, "Because God has heard that I am unloved, he has therefore given me this son also." So she named him Simeon. Webster's Bible Translation And she conceived again, and bore a son; and said, Because the LORD hath heard that I was hated, he hath therefore given me this son also: and she called his name Simeon. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleAgain she conceived and gave birth to a son, and she said, “Because the LORD has heard that I am unloved, He has given me this son as well.” So she named him Simeon. World English Bible She conceived again, and bore a son, and said, “Because Yahweh has heard that I am hated, he has therefore given me this son also.” She named him Simeon. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd she conceives again, and bears a son, and says, “Because YHWH has heard that I [am] the hated one, He also gives to me even this [one]”; and she calls his name Simeon. Berean Literal Bible And she conceived again and bore a son and she said, “Surely YHWH has heard that I am hated, and He has given to me also this one.” And she called his name Simeon. Young's Literal Translation And she conceiveth again, and beareth a son, and saith, 'Because Jehovah hath heard that I am the hated one, He also giveth to me even this one;' and she calleth his name Simeon. Smith's Literal Translation And she will yet again conceive and bear a son, and she will say that Jehovah heard that I am hated, and he will give to me this also; and she will call his name Simeon. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd again she conceived and bore a son, and said: Because the Lord heard that I was despised, he hath given this also to me: and she called his name Simeon. Catholic Public Domain Version And again she conceived and bore a son, and she said, “Because the Lord heard that I was treated with contempt, he has also given this one to me.” And she called his name Simeon. New American Bible She conceived again and bore a son, and said, “It means, ‘The LORD heard that I was unloved,’ and therefore he has given me this one also”; so she named him Simeon. New Revised Standard Version She conceived again and bore a son, and said, “Because the LORD has heard that I am hated, he has given me this son also”; and she named him Simeon. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd she conceived again, and bore a son; and said, Because the LORD has heard that I am hated, he has therefore given me this son also; so she called his name Simeon. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And she was pregnant again and she bore a son and she said, “Because LORD JEHOVAH heard that I am hated, he gave me also this one”, and she called his name Shemon. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And she conceived again, and bore a son; and said: 'Because the LORD hath heard that I am hated, He hath therefore given me this son also.' And she called his name Simeon. Brenton Septuagint Translation And she conceived again, and bore a second son to Jacob; and she said, Because the Lord has heard that I am hated, he has given to me this one also; and she called his name, Simeon. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Reuben, Simeon, Levi, and Judah…32And Leah conceived and gave birth to a son, and she named him Reuben, for she said, “The LORD has seen my affliction. Surely my husband will love me now.” 33Again she conceived and gave birth to a son, and she said, “Because the LORD has heard that I am unloved, He has given me this son as well.” So she named him Simeon. 34Once again Leah conceived and gave birth to a son, and she said, “Now at last my husband will become attached to me, because I have borne him three sons.” So he was named Levi.… Cross References Again she conceived and gave birth to a son, Genesis 21:2 So Sarah conceived and bore a son to Abraham in his old age, at the very time God had promised. 1 Samuel 1:20 So in the course of time, Hannah conceived and gave birth to a son. She named him Samuel, saying, “Because I have asked for him from the LORD.” Luke 1:57 When the time came for Elizabeth to have her child, she gave birth to a son. and she said, “Because the LORD has heard that I am unloved, Deuteronomy 21:15 If a man has two wives, one beloved and the other unloved, and both bear him sons, but the unloved wife has the firstborn son, Exodus 2:24 So God heard their groaning, and He remembered His covenant with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. Exodus 3:7 The LORD said, “I have indeed seen the affliction of My people in Egypt. I have heard them crying out because of their oppressors, and I am aware of their sufferings. He has given me this son as well.” Ruth 4:13 So Boaz took Ruth, and she became his wife. And when he had relations with her, the LORD enabled her to conceive, and she gave birth to a son. 1 Samuel 2:21 So the LORD attended to Hannah, and she conceived and gave birth to three sons and two daughters. Meanwhile, the boy Samuel grew up in the presence of the LORD. Psalm 127:3 Children are indeed a heritage from the LORD, and the fruit of the womb is His reward. So she named him Simeon. Genesis 16:11 The angel of the LORD proceeded: “Behold, you have conceived and will bear a son. And you shall name him Ishmael, for the LORD has heard your cry of affliction. Exodus 2:10 When the child had grown older, she brought him to Pharaoh’s daughter, and he became her son. She named him Moses and explained, “I drew him out of the water.” Luke 1:63 Zechariah asked for a tablet and wrote, “His name is John.” And they were all amazed. Genesis 30:20 “God has given me a good gift,” she said. “This time my husband will honor me, because I have borne him six sons.” And she named him Zebulun. Genesis 49:5-7 Simeon and Levi are brothers; their swords are weapons of violence. / May I never enter their council; may I never join their assembly. For they kill men in their anger, and hamstring oxen on a whim. / Cursed be their anger, for it is strong, and their wrath, for it is cruel! I will disperse them in Jacob and scatter them in Israel. Exodus 1:1-2 These are the names of the sons of Israel who went to Egypt with Jacob, each with his family: / Reuben, Simeon, Levi, and Judah; 1 Chronicles 2:1 These were the sons of Israel: Reuben, Simeon, Levi, Judah, Issachar, Zebulun, Treasury of Scripture And she conceived again, and bore a son; and said, Because the LORD has heard I was hated, he has therefore given me this son also: and she called his name Simeon. A. Genesis 30:6,8,18,20 And Rachel said, God hath judged me, and hath also heard my voice, and hath given me a son: therefore called she his name Dan… called. Genesis 34:25,30 And it came to pass on the third day, when they were sore, that two of the sons of Jacob, Simeon and Levi, Dinah's brethren, took each man his sword, and came upon the city boldly, and slew all the males… Genesis 35:23 The sons of Leah; Reuben, Jacob's firstborn, and Simeon, and Levi, and Judah, and Issachar, and Zebulun: Genesis 42:24 And he turned himself about from them, and wept; and returned to them again, and communed with them, and took from them Simeon, and bound him before their eyes. Simeon. Jump to Previous Addition Bare Birth Bore Conceived Conceiveth Ears Hated Heard Loved Simeon UnlovedJump to Next Addition Bare Birth Bore Conceived Conceiveth Ears Hated Heard Loved Simeon UnlovedGenesis 29 1. Jacob comes to the well of Haran.9. He becomes acquainted with Rachel. 13. Laban entertains him. 18. Jacob covenants for Rachel. 23. He is deceived by Laban with Leah. 28. He marries also Rachel, and serves for her seven years more. 32. Leah bears Reuben; 33. Simeon; 34. Levi; 35. and Judah. Again she conceived and gave birth to a son This phrase indicates the continuation of Leah's fertility, a significant theme in the narrative of Jacob's family. Leah's ability to conceive multiple times highlights the cultural importance of childbearing in ancient Near Eastern societies, where a woman's value was often tied to her ability to produce offspring. This also reflects God's blessing upon Leah, as children were considered a divine gift. The repeated conception underscores the ongoing rivalry between Leah and her sister Rachel, who was initially barren. and she said, “Because the LORD has heard that I am unloved He has given me this son as well So she named him Simeon Persons / Places / Events 1. LeahThe first wife of Jacob, who felt unloved compared to her sister Rachel. Leah's struggle for affection and recognition is central to this passage. 2. Jacob The patriarch who married Leah and Rachel. His preference for Rachel over Leah sets the stage for Leah's feelings of being unloved. 3. Simeon The second son of Leah and Jacob. His name, derived from the Hebrew "Shimon," means "heard," reflecting Leah's belief that God heard her plight. 4. The LORD (Yahweh) The covenant God of Israel, who Leah acknowledges as the one who hears her distress and blesses her with children. 5. Rachel Leah's sister and Jacob's favored wife, whose presence in the account highlights the familial tension and Leah's desire for love and acceptance. Teaching Points God Hears the UnlovedLeah's account reminds us that God is attentive to those who feel unloved or marginalized. He hears our cries and responds with compassion. Finding Identity in God Leah's naming of Simeon reflects her growing understanding that her worth is not dependent on human affection but on God's recognition and blessing. The Power of Naming In biblical times, names often reflected circumstances or divine intervention. Consider how we can name our experiences in light of God's work in our lives. Trusting God's Timing Leah's journey shows that God's blessings may not come in the way or time we expect, but they are always purposeful and for our good. Sibling Rivalry and God's Plan The tension between Leah and Rachel illustrates how God can work through human conflict to fulfill His promises and purposes. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Genesis 29:33?2. How does Leah's naming of Simeon reflect her relationship with God in Genesis 29:33? 3. What does Leah's experience in Genesis 29:33 teach about God's awareness of our struggles? 4. How can Leah's faith in Genesis 29:33 inspire us during times of rejection? 5. In what ways does Genesis 29:33 illustrate God's compassion for the unloved? 6. How can we apply Leah's trust in God from Genesis 29:33 in our lives? 7. Why did God allow Leah to feel unloved in Genesis 29:33? 8. How does Genesis 29:33 reflect God's justice and mercy? 9. What is the significance of naming Reuben in Genesis 29:33? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Genesis 29? 11. Who was Simeon in the Bible? 12. Who are the Sons of Jacob? 13. Who was Simeon in the Bible? 14. What are the names and meanings of Israel's twelve tribes? What Does Genesis 29:33 Mean Again she conceived• Leah’s continued fertility is presented as a historical fact, underscoring God’s active involvement in her life (Genesis 29:32; Psalm 113:9). • Scripture repeatedly shows the Lord opening and closing wombs to accomplish His purposes (Genesis 30:22-23). and gave birth to a son • The arrival of another son confirms God’s promise that fruitfulness is a blessing (Genesis 1:28; Psalm 127:3-5). • Each child born to Jacob carries prophetic significance for the future tribes of Israel (Genesis 49:5-7). and she said • Leah’s spoken response reveals her heart; personal testimony is a common biblical pattern (1 Samuel 2:1-2; Luke 1:46-55). • Scripture invites believers to verbalize faith and gratitude, reinforcing that words matter (Proverbs 18:21). Because the LORD has heard that I am unloved • Leah acknowledges divine awareness of her plight, echoing, “I have surely seen the affliction of My people” (Exodus 3:7). • The text validates her feeling of being less loved than Rachel (Genesis 29:30-31) yet stresses that God hears the marginalized (Psalm 34:17; 1 Peter 5:7). • Leah uses God’s covenant name, emphasizing relationship and covenant faithfulness. He has given me this son as well • Leah credits the Lord, not chance, with the gift of another child (James 1:17). • Repetition of blessing highlights divine persistence in blessing Leah despite Jacob’s neglect (Genesis 30:17-20). • Children are presented as tangible proof of God’s attentive care (Psalm 139:13-16). So she named him Simeon • “Simeon” sounds like the Hebrew for “heard,” memorializing God’s response to her cry (Genesis 29:32; Deuteronomy 26:7). • Biblical naming often carries prophetic weight—Simeon’s tribe later stands as testimony that God hears (Numbers 1:22-23). • The act of naming re-centers Leah’s identity around God’s faithfulness rather than human rejection. summary Genesis 29:33 portrays, in plain historical terms, Leah’s second conception, her recognition that God hears the unloved, and her faith-filled naming of Simeon. The verse teaches that the Lord actively sees, hears, and responds to those who feel overlooked, turning their pain into lasting testimony for His people. Verse 33. - And she conceived again, and bare a son (probably the following year); and said, Because the Lord hath heard that I was hated (the birth of Reuben had obviously not answered Leah's expectations in increasing Jacob's love), he hath therefore given me this son also (She faith and piety of Leah are as conspicuous as her affection for Jacob): and she called his name Simeon - i.e. Hearing, because God had heard that she was hated (ut supra).Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Againעוֹד֮ (‘ō·wḏ) Adverb Strong's 5750: Iteration, continuance, again, repeatedly, still, more she conceived וַתַּ֣הַר (wat·ta·har) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 2029: To conceive, become pregnant and gave birth to וַתֵּ֣לֶד (wat·tê·leḏ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 3205: To bear young, to beget, medically, to act as midwife, to show lineage a son, בֵּן֒ (bên) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 1121: A son and she said, וַתֹּ֗אמֶר (wat·tō·mer) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 559: To utter, say “Because the LORD יְהוָה֙ (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel has heard שָׁמַ֤ע (šā·ma‘) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 8085: To hear intelligently that כִּֽי־ (kî-) Conjunction Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction I אָנֹ֔כִי (’ā·nō·ḵî) Pronoun - first person common singular Strong's 595: I am unloved, שְׂנוּאָ֣ה (śə·nū·’āh) Verb - Qal - QalPassParticiple - feminine singular Strong's 8130: To hate He has given וַיִּתֶּן־ (way·yit·ten-) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 5414: To give, put, set me לִ֖י (lî) Preposition | first person common singular Strong's Hebrew this [son] זֶ֑ה (zeh) Pronoun - masculine singular Strong's 2088: This, that as well.” גַּם־ (gam-) Conjunction Strong's 1571: Assemblage, also, even, yea, though, both, and So she named וַתִּקְרָ֥א (wat·tiq·rā) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 7121: To call, proclaim, read him Simeon. שִׁמְעֽוֹן׃ (šim·‘ō·wn) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 8095: Simeon -- a son of Jacob, also his tribe, also an Israelite with a foreign wife Links Genesis 29:33 NIVGenesis 29:33 NLT Genesis 29:33 ESV Genesis 29:33 NASB Genesis 29:33 KJV Genesis 29:33 BibleApps.com Genesis 29:33 Biblia Paralela Genesis 29:33 Chinese Bible Genesis 29:33 French Bible Genesis 29:33 Catholic Bible OT Law: Genesis 29:33 She conceived again and bore a son (Gen. 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