Genesis 30:34

“Very good,” Laban agreed. “We'll do as you say.”

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In The King James Version

And Laban said, Behold, I would it might be according to thy word.

In Context

33In the future you'll be able to prove that I've been honest. When you check my flock, any goats that don't have speckles or spots, or any sheep that aren't dark will be considered stolen from you.”

35However, the same day Laban went and removed all the striped and spotted male goats, all the speckled and spotted female goats, and all the dark sheep. He had his sons look after them and sent them away—

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Cross References

1 Corinthians 7:7However, I wish that everyone was like me, but each person has their own gift from God—one has this gift, one has another.

Galatians 5:12If only those who are causing you trouble would go even further than circumcision and castrate themselves!

Matthew Henry on Genesis 30:26-37

Jacob's Bargain with Laban. ( b. c. 1745.) 25 And it came to pass, when Rachel had borne Joseph, that Jacob said unto Laban, Send me away, that I may go unto mine own place, and to my country. 26 Give me my wives and my children, for whom I have served thee, and let me go: for thou knowest my service which I have done thee. 27 And Laban said unto him, I pray thee, if I have found favour in thine eyes, tarry: for I have learned by experience that the Lord hath blessed me for thy sake. 28 And he said, Appoint me thy… Read the whole commentary →

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