Genesis 29:19
“And Laban said, It is better that I give her to thee, than that I should give her to another man: abide with me.”
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Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.
Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
And Laban said,.... Deceitfully, as the Targum of Jonathan adds, pretending great respect for Jacob, and that what he…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870Genesis 29:1-35
- Jacob’s Marriage 6. רחל rāchēl, Rachel, “a ewe.” 16. לאה lê'âh, Leah, “wearied.” 24. זלפה zı̂lpâh, Zilpah,…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Genesis 29:15-30
Here is, I. The fair contract made between Laban and Jacob, during the month that Jacob spent there as a guest, Gen…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
It is better Laban means that it is in the interests of the family his daughter should be married to one of their own…