Genesis 29:22

“And Laban gathered together all the men of the place, and made a feast.”

My Notes

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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771

And Laban gathered together all the men of the place,.... Of the city of Haran, which may be understood of the chief and…

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

Laban - made a feast - משתה mishteh signifies a feast of drinking. As marriage was a very solemn contract, there is much…

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

made a feast The marriage feast was a great affair. The ceremonial lasted for seven days. Cf. Jdg 14:10; Jdg 14:12; Tob…

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