KJV ORIGINAL
And Jacob beheld the countenance of Laban, and, behold, it was not toward him as before.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Jacob noticed that Laban's face and attitude toward him had changed - he was no longer friendly like he used to be.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Jacob realized that his father-in-law Laban's attitude toward him had turned cold and unfriendly.
📚 Historical Context
This occurs after Jacob had worked for Laban for twenty years, during which time Jacob's flocks had prospered greatly while Laban had repeatedly changed his wages. Laban's sons were becoming jealous of Jacob's success, claiming he had taken away their father's wealth. The growing tension in the household was becoming obvious even in Laban's facial expressions and demeanor toward Jacob.
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