And hast not suffered me to kiss my sons and my daughters? thou hast now done foolishly in so doing.
You didn't even let me kiss my sons and daughters goodbye? You have acted foolishly by doing this.
The speaker is expressing hurt and anger that they weren't allowed to say a proper goodbye to their loved ones.
📚 Historical Context
In the biblical account of Genesis, Jacob had been living and working under his uncle Laban for over two decades, marrying Laban's daughters and starting a family. When Jacob decided to flee with his family to return to his homeland, he did so secretly to avoid confrontation over wages and possessions. Laban confronted Jacob, expressing his hurt over not being allowed to say goodbye to his grandchildren, which reflected the ancient Near Eastern cultural emphasis on family rituals and respect.
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