6 occurrences in 12 translations

'Embraced' in the Bible

And it came to pass, when Laban heard the tidings of Jacob his sister's son, that he ran to meet him, and embraced him, and kissed him, and brought him to his house. And he told Laban all these things.

Verse ConceptsPeople KissingArmsKissingIndividuals RunningNamed Sisters

Then he threw his arms around Benjamin and wept as they embraced.

Verse ConceptsNecksSalutations

Joseph prepared his chariot and went to meet his father Israel in Goshen. As soon as Jacob appeared in his presence, he embraced him and wept for a long time as he held on to him.

Verse ConceptsPeople KissingChariotsGreetingsLove, And The WorldChildren, Good KidsChildren, Good Examples OfMeeting PeopleAction For A Long TimePreparing To Travel

Now the eyes of Israel were dim for age, so that he could not see. And he brought them near unto him; and he kissed them, and embraced them.

Verse ConceptsPeople KissingOld Age, DisabilitiesArmsKissingOld Age, Attainment OfVisionDimness Of VisionKissesLimitations Of Old People

Then Joseph embraced his father, cried over him, and kissed him.

Verse ConceptsPeople KissingKissingPainSorrowMourning The Death Of Others

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Adopt (6 instances)
Bosom (51 instances)
Comprehend (53 instances)
Embrace (21 instances)
Embraced (28 instances)
Encompass (10 instances)
Espouse (2 instances)
Squeeze (5 instances)

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