Genesis 29:21

“And Jacob said unto Laban, Give me my wife, for my days are fulfilled, that I may go in unto her.”

My Notes

Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.

Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771

And Jacob said unto Laban, give me my wife,.... Meaning Rachel, who was his wife by contract; the conditions of her…

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,…

Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832

My days are fulfilled - My seven years are now completed, let me have my wife, for whom I have given this service as a…

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, 1882–1921Genesis 29:15-30

Jacob's Marriage with Leah and Rachel

15. Because … brother Lit. "art thou a brother, and shouldest thou serve me for…

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