Genesis 32:8

And said, If Esau come to the one company, and smite it, then the other company which is left shall escape.

Cross-references

Genesis 32:6 Historical context

Genesis 32:6 reports Esau approaching with 400 men — the threatening news that prompts Jacob's survival planning here.

Genesis 33:1–3 Historical context

In 33:1-3, Jacob strategically positions Leah, Rachel, and their children — executing the division and fallback plan described here.