Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Now Laban had two daughters; the name of the older was Leah, and the name of the younger was Rachel. New Living Translation Now Laban had two daughters. The older daughter was named Leah, and the younger one was Rachel. English Standard Version Now Laban had two daughters. The name of the older was Leah, and the name of the younger was Rachel. Berean Standard Bible Now Laban had two daughters; the older was named Leah, and the younger was named Rachel. Berean Literal Bible And Laban had two daughters; the name of the older was Leah, and the name of the younger was Rachel. King James Bible And Laban had two daughters: the name of the elder was Leah, and the name of the younger was Rachel. New King James Version Now Laban had two daughters: the name of the elder was Leah, and the name of the younger was Rachel. New American Standard Bible Now Laban had two daughters; the name of the older was Leah, and the name of the younger was Rachel. NASB 1995 Now Laban had two daughters; the name of the older was Leah, and the name of the younger was Rachel. NASB 1977 Now Laban had two daughters; the name of the older was Leah, and the name of the younger was Rachel. Legacy Standard Bible Now Laban had two daughters; the name of the older was Leah, and the name of the younger was Rachel. Amplified Bible Now Laban had two daughters; the name of the older was Leah, and the name of the younger was Rachel. Berean Annotated Bible Now Laban (white) had two daughters; the older was named Leah (weary), and the younger was named Rachel (little lamb). Christian Standard Bible Now Laban had two daughters: the older was named Leah, and the younger was named Rachel. Holman Christian Standard Bible Now Laban had two daughters: the older was named Leah, and the younger was named Rachel. American Standard Version And Laban had two daughters: the name of the elder was Leah, and the name of the younger was Rachel. English Revised Version And Laban had two daughters: the name of the elder was Leah, and the name of the younger was Rachel. GOD'S WORD® Translation Laban had two daughters. The name of the older one was Leah, and the name of the younger one was Rachel. Good News Translation Laban had two daughters; the older was named Leah, and the younger Rachel. International Standard Version Now Laban happened to have two daughters. The older one was named Leah and the younger was named Rachel. NET Bible (Now Laban had two daughters; the older one was named Leah, and the younger one Rachel. New Heart English Bible Laban had two daughters. The name of the older was Leah, and the name of the younger was Rachel. Webster's Bible Translation And Laban had two daughters: the name of the elder was Leah, and the name of the younger was Rachel. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleNow Laban had two daughters; the older was named Leah, and the younger was named Rachel. World English Bible Laban had two daughters. The name of the elder was Leah, and the name of the younger was Rachel. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd Laban has two daughters, the name of the older [is] Leah, and the name of the younger Rachel, Berean Literal Bible And Laban had two daughters; the name of the older was Leah, and the name of the younger was Rachel. Young's Literal Translation And Laban hath two daughters, the name of the elder is Leah, and the name of the younger Rachel, Smith's Literal Translation And to Laban two daughters: the name to the great, Leah; and the name to the small, Rachel. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleNow he had two daughters, the name of the elder was Lia: and the younger was called Richel. Catholic Public Domain Version In truth, he had two daughters: the name of the elder was Leah; and truly the younger was called Rachel. New American Bible Now Laban had two daughters; the older was called Leah, the younger Rachel. New Revised Standard Version Now Laban had two daughters; the name of the elder was Leah, and the name of the younger was Rachel. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd Laban had two daughters: the name of the older was Leah, and the name of the younger Rachel. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And Laban had two daughters; the name of the elder was Leah and the name of the younger, Rakhyl. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Now Laban had two daughters: the name of the elder was Leah, and the name of the younger was Rachel. Brenton Septuagint Translation Now Laban had two daughters, the name of the elder was Lea, and the name of the younger, Rachel. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Jacob Marries Leah and Rachel…15Laban said to him, “Just because you are my relative, should you work for nothing? Tell me what your wages should be.” 16Now Laban had two daughters; the older was named Leah, and the younger was named Rachel. 17Leah had weak eyes, but Rachel was shapely and beautiful.… Cross References Now Laban had two daughters; Genesis 31:14-16 And Rachel and Leah replied, “Do we have any portion or inheritance left in our father’s house? / Are we not regarded by him as outsiders? Not only has he sold us, but he has certainly squandered what was paid for us. / Surely all the wealth that God has taken away from our father belongs to us and to our children. So do whatever God has told you.” Genesis 31:26-28 Then Laban said to Jacob, “What have you done? You have deceived me and carried off my daughters like captives of war! / Why did you run away secretly and deceive me, without even telling me? I would have sent you away with joy and singing, with tambourines and harps. / But you did not even let me kiss my grandchildren and my daughters goodbye. Now you have done a foolish thing. Genesis 31:43-50 But Laban answered Jacob, “These daughters are my daughters, these sons are my sons, and these flocks are my flocks! Everything you see is mine! Yet what can I do today about these daughters of mine or the children they have borne? / Come now, let us make a covenant, you and I, and let it serve as a witness between you and me.” / So Jacob picked out a stone and set it up as a pillar, … the older was named Leah, Genesis 30:17-21 And God listened to Leah, and she conceived and bore a fifth son to Jacob. / Then Leah said, “God has rewarded me for giving my maidservant to my husband.” So she named him Issachar. / Again Leah conceived and bore a sixth son to Jacob. … Ruth 4:11 “We are witnesses,” said the elders and all the people at the gate. “May the LORD make the woman entering your home like Rachel and Leah, who together built up the house of Israel. May you be prosperous in Ephrathah and famous in Bethlehem. Genesis 49:31 There Abraham and his wife Sarah are buried, there Isaac and his wife Rebekah are buried, and there I buried Leah. and the younger was named Rachel. Genesis 30:22-24 Then God remembered Rachel. He listened to her and opened her womb, / and she conceived and gave birth to a son. “God has taken away my shame,” she said. / She named him Joseph, and said, “May the LORD add to me another son.” Genesis 35:16-20 Later, they set out from Bethel, and while they were still some distance from Ephrath, Rachel began to give birth, and her labor was difficult. / During her severe labor, the midwife said to her, “Do not be afraid, for you are having another son.” / And with her last breath—for she was dying—she named him Ben-oni. But his father called him Benjamin. … Jeremiah 31:15 This is what the LORD says: “A voice is heard in Ramah, mourning and great weeping, Rachel weeping for her children and refusing to be comforted, because they are no more.” Genesis 24:29-31 Now Rebekah had a brother named Laban, and he rushed out to the man at the spring. / As soon as he saw the ring, and the bracelets on his sister’s wrists, and heard Rebekah’s words, “The man said this to me,” he went and found the man standing by the camels near the spring. / “Come, you who are blessed by the LORD,” said Laban. “Why are you standing out here? I have prepared the house and a place for the camels.” Genesis 30:26-28 Give me my wives and children for whom I have served you, that I may go on my way. You know how hard I have worked for you.” / But Laban replied, “If I have found favor in your eyes, please stay. I have learned by divination that the LORD has blessed me because of you.” / And he added, “Name your wages, and I will pay them.” Genesis 24:50-51 Laban and Bethuel answered, “This is from the LORD; we have no choice in the matter. / Rebekah is here before you. Take her and go, and let her become the wife of your master’s son, just as the LORD has decreed.” Genesis 24:15-16 Before the servant had finished praying, Rebekah came out with her jar on her shoulder. She was the daughter of Bethuel son of Milcah, the wife of Abraham’s brother Nahor. / Now the girl was very beautiful, a virgin who had not had relations with any man. She went down to the spring, filled her jar, and came up again. Genesis 28:2 “Go at once to Paddan-aram, to the house of your mother’s father Bethuel, and take a wife from among the daughters of Laban, your mother’s brother. Genesis 24:60 And they blessed Rebekah and said to her, “Our sister, may you become the mother of thousands upon thousands. May your offspring possess the gates of their enemies.” Genesis 31:41 Thus for twenty years I have served in your household—fourteen years for your two daughters and six years for your flocks—and you have changed my wages ten times! Treasury of Scripture And Laban had two daughters: the name of the elder was Leah, and the name of the younger was Rachel. was Leah. Genesis 29:17,25-32 Leah was tender eyed; but Rachel was beautiful and well favoured… Genesis 30:19 And Leah conceived again, and bare Jacob the sixth son. Genesis 31:4 And Jacob sent and called Rachel and Leah to the field unto his flock, Jump to Previous Daughters Elder Laban Older Rachel YoungerJump to Next Daughters Elder Laban Older Rachel YoungerGenesis 29 1. Jacob comes to the well of Haran.9. He becomes acquainted with Rachel. 13. Laban entertains him. 18. Jacob covenants for Rachel. 23. He is deceived by Laban with Leah. 28. He marries also Rachel, and serves for her seven years more. 32. Leah bears Reuben; 33. Simeon; 34. Levi; 35. and Judah. Now Laban had two daughters; Laban, a key figure in the Genesis narrative, is the brother of Rebekah and uncle to Jacob. His role in the story is significant as he becomes Jacob's father-in-law. The mention of Laban having two daughters sets the stage for the unfolding events in Jacob's life, particularly his marriages and the subsequent birth of the twelve tribes of Israel. The number two often signifies witness or testimony in biblical numerology, which may foreshadow the important roles these daughters will play in the history of Israel. the older was named Leah, and the younger was named Rachel. Persons / Places / Events 1. LabanLaban is the brother of Rebekah and the father of Leah and Rachel. He plays a significant role in the account of Jacob, as he becomes Jacob's father-in-law and employer. Laban is known for his cunning and manipulative behavior, which is evident in his dealings with Jacob. 2. Leah Leah is the older daughter of Laban. She becomes Jacob's first wife through Laban's deception. Leah is described as having "weak eyes," which some interpret as a lack of physical beauty compared to her sister Rachel. Despite this, Leah becomes the mother of six of the twelve tribes of Israel. 3. Rachel Rachel is the younger daughter of Laban and is described as beautiful and well-favored. Jacob falls in love with Rachel and agrees to work for Laban for seven years to marry her. Rachel becomes Jacob's second wife and the mother of Joseph and Benjamin. 4. Jacob Although not directly mentioned in this verse, Jacob is a central figure in this account. He is the son of Isaac and Rebekah and the grandson of Abraham. Jacob's journey to Laban's household marks a significant period in his life, where he experiences both love and deception. 5. Haran This is the region where Laban and his family reside. It is significant as the place where Jacob flees to escape his brother Esau's wrath and where he meets his future wives, Leah and Rachel. Teaching Points God's Sovereignty in Family DynamicsDespite human manipulation and favoritism, God's purposes prevail. Leah, though less favored, becomes the mother of Judah, through whom the Messiah would come. The Danger of Favoritism Laban's favoritism towards Rachel over Leah sets the stage for family conflict. This serves as a warning against favoritism in our own families and communities. The Value of Inner Beauty While Rachel is noted for her physical beauty, Leah's role in God's plan emphasizes the importance of inner beauty and character over outward appearance. Perseverance in Adversity Leah's perseverance in a difficult marriage situation can inspire us to remain faithful and trust in God's plan, even when circumstances are challenging. God's Compassion for the Unloved God sees and cares for those who feel unloved or overlooked, as demonstrated by His blessing of Leah with children. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Genesis 29:16?2. How does Genesis 29:16 highlight the importance of family roles and responsibilities? 3. What can we learn about cultural customs from Laban's family in Genesis 29:16? 4. How does Genesis 29:16 connect to the theme of God's providence in Genesis? 5. How should understanding family dynamics in Genesis 29:16 influence our family interactions today? 6. What lessons from Genesis 29:16 can be applied to honoring family commitments? 7. Why does Genesis 29:16 emphasize Laban's daughters' names and roles? 8. How does Genesis 29:16 reflect cultural norms of ancient times? 9. What significance do Leah and Rachel hold in biblical history? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Genesis 29? 11. Who was Rachel in the Bible? 12. What is the summary of Leah and Rachel's story? 13. Who was Leah in the Bible? 14. How did Jacob's life unfold in biblical narratives? What Does Genesis 29:16 Mean Now Laban had two daughters;• This clause introduces the setting in which Jacob will soon negotiate marriage (Genesis 29:18–20), anchoring the account in real family relationships. • Laban, already known from Genesis 24:29–31 as Rebekah’s brother, now stands as head of the household. His decisions will shape Jacob’s life, fulfilling the Lord’s broader promise in Genesis 28:14 that “all the families of the earth” would be blessed through Jacob’s line. • Scripture consistently treats genealogies and family details as factual history (cf. 1 Chronicles 1:34); therefore we read this statement as a precise record, not mere folklore. the older was named Leah, • By noting birth order, the text signals themes of inheritance and custom. Firstborn rights, later codified in Deuteronomy 21:17, normally belonged to the elder child; this cultural backdrop explains why Laban insists that Leah marry first (Genesis 29:26). • Leah’s introduction prepares us for her poignant story of longing for love (Genesis 29:32–35). Despite Jacob’s preference for Rachel, God honors Leah with six sons—including Judah, forefather of King David and ultimately Jesus (Ruth 4:18–22; Matthew 1:2–3). • Leah’s very presence underscores a recurring biblical pattern: the seemingly overlooked person becomes central to God’s redemptive plan (1 Samuel 16:11–13; 1 Corinthians 1:27–29). and the younger was named Rachel. • Rachel enters as the sister whom Jacob will love at first sight (Genesis 29:17–18). Her name will soon resonate with fertility and shepherding imagery; she herself is tending sheep when Jacob meets her (Genesis 29:9–10). • Although younger, Rachel’s favored status hints at God’s surprising choices—paralleling how He earlier chose the younger Isaac over Ishmael (Genesis 21:12) and the younger Jacob over Esau (Genesis 25:23). • Through Rachel come Joseph and Benjamin (Genesis 30:22–24; 35:16–18). Joseph’s preservation of Israel during famine (Genesis 45:4–7) beautifully fulfills God’s promise to bless and preserve Jacob’s family line. • Jeremiah 31:15 recalls Rachel as the symbolic mother of Israel weeping for her children, a prophecy echoed in Matthew 2:17–18 at Herod’s slaughter of the innocents—linking this verse in Genesis to messianic hope. summary Genesis 29:16 is more than a casual family note. By naming Laban’s two daughters and specifying their birth order, the verse sets the stage for pivotal events: marriage negotiations, rivalry, and the birth of tribes through whom God advances His covenant. Leah and Rachel, each in her own way, display the Lord’s sovereign choice and faithful provision, reminding us that every detail in Scripture carries purpose in God’s unfolding, literal plan of redemption. Verse 16. - And Laban had two daughters (the wife of Laban is not mentioned in the story): the name of the elder was Leah, - "Wearied" (Gesenius); "Dull," "Stupid" (Furst); "Pining," "Yearning" (Lange) - and the name of the younger was Rachel - "Ewe" (Gesenius).Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Now Labanוּלְלָבָ֖ן (ū·lə·lā·ḇān) Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3837: Laban -- father-in-law of Jacob had two שְׁתֵּ֣י (šə·tê) Number - fdc Strong's 8147: Two (a cardinal number) daughters; בָנ֑וֹת (ḇā·nō·wṯ) Noun - feminine plural Strong's 1323: A daughter the older הַגְּדֹלָה֙ (hag·gə·ḏō·lāh) Article | Adjective - feminine singular Strong's 1419: Great, older, insolent was named שֵׁ֤ם (šêm) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 8034: A name Leah, לֵאָ֔ה (lê·’āh) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 3812: Leah -- 'weary', a wife of Jacob and the younger הַקְּטַנָּ֖ה (haq·qə·ṭan·nāh) Article | Adjective - feminine singular Strong's 6996: Small, young, unimportant was named וְשֵׁ֥ם (wə·šêm) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 8034: A name Rachel. רָחֵֽל׃ (rā·ḥêl) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 7354: Rachel -- a wife of Jacob Links Genesis 29:16 NIVGenesis 29:16 NLT Genesis 29:16 ESV Genesis 29:16 NASB Genesis 29:16 KJV Genesis 29:16 BibleApps.com Genesis 29:16 Biblia Paralela Genesis 29:16 Chinese Bible Genesis 29:16 French Bible Genesis 29:16 Catholic Bible OT Law: Genesis 29:16 Laban had two daughters (Gen. 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