Genesis 32:6

“Jacob sent messengers ahead of him to his brother Esau in the land of Seir, the territory of Edom. He instructed them: “This is what you are to say to my lord Esau: ‘Your servant Jacob says, I have been staying with Laban and have remained there till now. I have cattle and donkeys, sheep and goats, male and female servants. Now I am sending this message to my lord, that I may find favor in your eyes.’”

Context of Jacob's attempt to reconcile with Esau.

“Esau asked, “What do you mean by all these droves I met?” “To find favor in your eyes, my lord,” Jacob said.”

Mirrors Jacob's hope to find favor with Esau.

“save me from the hand of my brother Esau, for I am afraid he will come and attack me, and mother and children with me.”

Highlights Jacob's fear of Esau and his plea for deliverance.

“and say, “Your servant Jacob is coming behind us.”’ For he thought, “I will pacify him with these gifts I am sending on ahead; later, when I see him, perhaps he will receive me.””

Shows Jacob's strategy to appease Esau with gifts.