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31 When the LORD saw that Leah was despised, He made her fruitful. But Rachel was barren.

32 And Leah conceived and bore a son; and she called his name Reuben. For she said, “Because the LORD has looked upon my tribulation; now, therefore, my husband will love me.

33 And she conceived again and bore a son, and said, “Because the LORD heard that I was hated, he has therefore given me this son also.” And she called his name Simeon.

34 And she conceived again and bore a son, and said, “Now, at this time my husband will keep me company, because I have borne him three sons.” Therefore, his name was called Levi.

35 Moreover, she conceived again and bore a son, saying, “Now I will praise the LORD!” Therefore, she called his name Judah, and stopped bearing.

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