Genesis 30:29 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And he said unto him, Thou knowest how I have served thee, and how thy cattle was with me.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

And Jacob said to him, 'You know how I have worked for you, and how well your livestock have done under my care.'

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Jacob is reminding Laban that he has been a faithful and successful worker, taking good care of Laban's animals.

📚 Historical Context

In the book of Genesis, Jacob had been serving his uncle Laban for many years under an agreement that included working in exchange for marriage to Rachel, but Laban repeatedly deceived him. Despite this, Jacob faithfully managed Laban's flocks, leading to significant growth in his wealth, as part of the ongoing narrative of God's promises to Jacob's family. This verse shows Jacob reminding Laban of his diligent service during a negotiation about wages and fair treatment.

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