Genesis 32:6
“And the messengers returned to Jacob, saying, We came to thy brother Esau, and also he cometh to meet thee, and four hundred men with him.”
KJV
Read in Genesis 32Meaning
Esau is approaching with four hundred men, information Jacob receives without an explanation of Esau's intentions.
Read carefully
The verse does not say that Esau is definitely coming to attack; Jacob's fear is understandable, but motive should not be inserted into the report.
Reflection
Uncertain information can carry real emotional weight, and the narrative allows Jacob's fear to be seen before the outcome is known.