Genesis 30:27 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And Laban said unto him, I pray thee, if I have found favour in thine eyes, tarry: for I have learned by experience that the LORD hath blessed me for thy sake.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Laban said to him, 'Please, if you think well of me, stay here with me. I've learned through experience that the LORD has blessed me because of you.'

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Laban is asking Jacob to stay because he recognizes that God has been blessing him ever since Jacob came to work for him.

📚 Historical Context

This takes place after Jacob had worked for his uncle Laban for many years, first to earn his wives Rachel and Leah, and then to build his own flocks. Laban had initially deceived Jacob but now realizes that Jacob's presence has brought divine blessing and prosperity to his household and livestock.

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