Genesis 30:26 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

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.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Give me my wives and children, whom I've worked for by serving you, and let me go. You know how faithfully I've served you.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Jacob is asking his father-in-law Laban to release him from service so he can take his family and leave, reminding Laban of his years of faithful work.

📚 Historical Context

After working fourteen years for Laban to marry his daughters Rachel and Leah, Jacob wanted to return to his homeland with his family. Laban had repeatedly changed Jacob's wages and working conditions, but Jacob had remained faithful to his agreement. This conversation takes place as Jacob prepares to end his service and establish his own household.

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