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Jacob Moves to Laban’s Territory
The content of this passage reflects the significance of Jacob’s encounter with the living God at Bethel. Prior to that experience Jacob had been fleeing from Esau and now he shows a new purpose and determination in life. He moves north and east, following the Fertile Crescent, …

Jacob Marries Leah And Rachael
Hearing of Jacob’s arrival from Rachael, Laban hurried out to meet his nephew. He knew that Jacob was from a very wealthy family, so he gave him a royal welcome thinking Jacob might have many gifts for him. Jacob accepted his uncle’s offer of hospitality and made himself at hom …