And Laban gave unto his daughter Leah Zilpah his maid for an handmaid.
And Laban gave his servant Zilpah to his daughter Leah as her personal maid.
This verse shows Laban giving his servant Zilpah to his daughter Leah as a wedding gift to serve as her personal attendant.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Genesis, Jacob had been tricked by his uncle Laban into marrying Leah instead of Rachel, whom he loved, as part of Laban's deceptive practices. As part of the marriage arrangements, Laban gave his maidservant Zilpah to Leah to serve as her handmaid, which was a common custom in ancient Near Eastern cultures to provide assistance in household duties and potentially help with family lineage. This reflects the patriarchal society of the time, where women often depended on servants for daily tasks and to secure the family's future.
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