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Genesis 31:29-31
International Standard Version
Genesis 31:29-31
International Standard Version
29 It’s actually in my power to do some serious[a] evil to you, but last night the God of your father told me, ‘Be careful what you say to Jacob whether good or evil.’ 30 Now, you can go if you must go, because you certainly are longing to go to your father’s house. But why did you steal my gods?”
Laban Searches for His Idols
31 “I was afraid,” Jacob replied. “I thought you might take your daughters from me.
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- Genesis 31:29 The Heb. lacks some serious
Genesis 31:29-31
New International Version
Genesis 31:29-31
New International Version
29 I have the power to harm you;(A) but last night the God of your father(B) said to me, ‘Be careful not to say anything to Jacob, either good or bad.’(C) 30 Now you have gone off because you longed to return to your father’s household.(D) But why did you steal(E) my gods?(F)”
31 Jacob answered Laban, “I was afraid, because I thought you would take your daughters away from me by force.(G)
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