KJV ORIGINAL
And God came to Laban the Syrian in a dream by night, and said unto him, Take heed that thou speak not to Jacob either good or bad.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
That night, God came to Laban the Syrian in a dream and said to him, 'Be careful not to say anything to Jacob, whether good or bad.'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is protecting Jacob by warning Laban in a dream not to harm him or try to manipulate him in any way.
📚 Historical Context
This occurs as Laban is pursuing Jacob, who had fled with his wives, children, and flocks after twenty years of service. Laban was angry about Jacob's secret departure and likely intended to force him to return or at least reclaim his daughters and grandchildren. God's intervention through this dream prevented what could have been a violent confrontation.
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