Gen 32:1 | JFB | STEP | , 2. Vision of Angels. 1. angels of God met him-- It is not said whether this angelic manifestation was made in a vision by day, or a dream by night. There is an evident allusion, however, to the appearance upon the ladder (compare ), and this occurring to Jacob on his return to Canaan, was an encouraging pledge of the continued presence and protection of God ( ; ).

‏ Genesis 32:1

CHAPTER 32

Ge 32:1, 2. Vision of Angels.

1. angels of God met him--It is not said whether this angelic manifestation was made in a vision by day, or a dream by night. There is an evident allusion, however, to the appearance upon the ladder (compare Ge 28:12), and this occurring to Jacob on his return to Canaan, was an encouraging pledge of the continued presence and protection of God (Psa 34:7; He 1:14).