Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version He said to them, “Do you know Laban, Nahor’s grandson?” “Yes, we know him,” they answered. New Living Translation “Do you know a man there named Laban, the grandson of Nahor?” he asked. “Yes, we do,” they replied. English Standard Version He said to them, “Do you know Laban the son of Nahor?” They said, “We know him.” Berean Standard Bible “Do you know Laban the grandson of Nahor?” Jacob asked. “We know him,” they replied. Berean Literal Bible And he said to them, “Do you⁺ know Laban son of Nahor?” And they said, “We know him.” King James Bible And he said unto them, Know ye Laban the son of Nahor? And they said, We know him. New King James Version Then he said to them, “Do you know Laban the son of Nahor?” And they said, “We know him.” New American Standard Bible So he said to them, “Do you know Laban the son of Nahor?” And they said, “We know him.” NASB 1995 He said to them, “Do you know Laban the son of Nahor?” And they said, “We know him.” NASB 1977 And he said to them, “Do you know Laban the son of Nahor?” And they said, “We know him.” Legacy Standard Bible Then he said to them, “Do you know Laban the son of Nahor?” And they said, “We know him.” Amplified Bible So he said to them, “Do you know Laban the grandson of Nahor [Abraham’s brother]?” And they replied, “We know him.” Berean Annotated Bible “Do you⁺ know Laban (white) the grandson of Nahor (snorting)? Jacob asked. “We know him, they replied. Christian Standard Bible “Do you know Laban, Nahor’s grandson? ” Jacob asked them. They answered, “We know him.” Holman Christian Standard Bible Do you know Laban grandson of Nahor?” Jacob asked them. They answered, “We know him."” American Standard Version And he said unto them, Know ye Laban the son of Nahor? And they said, We know him. Contemporary English Version Then he asked, "Do you know Nahor's grandson Laban?" "Yes we do," they replied. English Revised Version And he said unto them, Know ye Laban the son of Nahor? And they said, We know him. GOD'S WORD® Translation He asked them, "Do you know Laban, Nahor's grandson?" They answered, "We do." Good News Translation He asked, "Do you know Laban, grandson of Nahor?" "Yes, we do," they answered. International Standard Version "Do you happen to know Nahor's son Laban?" he inquired. "We do," they replied. NET Bible So he said to them, "Do you know Laban, the grandson of Nahor?" "We know him," they said. New Heart English Bible He said to them, "Do you know Laban, the grandson of Nahor?" They said, "We know him." Webster's Bible Translation And he said to them, Know ye Laban the son of Nahor? and they said, We know him. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Bible“Do you know Laban the grandson of Nahor?” Jacob asked. “We know him,” they replied. World English Bible He said to them, “Do you know Laban, the son of Nahor?” They said, “We know him.” Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd he says to them, “Have you known Laban, son of Nahor?” And they say, “We have known.” Berean Literal Bible And he said to them, “Do you⁺ know Laban son of Nahor?” And they said, “We know him.” Young's Literal Translation And he saith to them, 'Have ye known Laban, son of Nahor?' and they say, 'We have known.' Smith's Literal Translation And he will say to them, knew ye Laban the son of Nahor? and they will say, We knew. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd he asked them, saying: Know you Laban the son of Nachor? They said: We know him. Catholic Public Domain Version And questioning them, he said, “Do you know Laban, the son of Nahor?” They said, “We know him.” New American Bible Then he asked them, “Do you know Laban, son of Nahor?” “We do,” they answered. New Revised Standard Version He said to them, “Do you know Laban son of Nahor?” They said, “We do.” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd he said to them, Do you know Laban the son of Nahor? And they said, We do know him. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated He said to them, “Do you know Laban, son of Nakhor?” They said to him, “We know.” OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And he said unto them: 'Know ye Laban the son of Nahor?' And they said: 'We know him.' Brenton Septuagint Translation And he said to them, Know ye Laban, the son of Nachor? and they said, We do know him. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Jacob Meets Rachel…4“My brothers,” Jacob asked the shepherds, “where are you from?” “We are from Haran,” they answered. 5“Do you know Laban the grandson of Nahor?” Jacob asked. “We know him,” they replied. 6“Is he well?” Jacob inquired. “Yes,” they answered, “and here comes his daughter Rachel with his sheep.”… Cross References “Do you know Laban the grandson of Nahor?” Genesis 24:47-51 Then I asked her, ‘Whose daughter are you?’ She replied, ‘The daughter of Bethuel son of Nahor, whom Milcah bore to him.’ So I put the ring on her nose and the bracelets on her wrists. / Then I bowed down and worshiped the LORD; and I blessed the LORD, the God of my master Abraham, who led me on the right road to take the granddaughter of my master’s brother for his son. / Now if you will show kindness and faithfulness to my master, tell me; but if not, let me know, so that I may go elsewhere.” … Genesis 22:20-23 Some time later, Abraham was told, “Milcah has also borne sons to your brother Nahor: / Uz the firstborn, his brother Buz, Kemuel (the father of Aram), / Chesed, Hazo, Pildash, Jidlaph, and Bethuel.” … Genesis 28:2-5 “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. / May God Almighty bless you and make you fruitful and multiply you, so that you may become a company of peoples. / And may He give the blessing of Abraham to you and your descendants, so that you may possess the land where you dwell as a foreigner, the land God gave to Abraham.” … Jacob asked. Genesis 32:27-29 “What is your name?” the man asked. “Jacob,” he replied. / Then the man said, “Your name will no longer be Jacob, but Israel, because you have struggled with God and with men, and you have prevailed.” / And Jacob requested, “Please tell me your name.” But he replied, “Why do you ask my name?” Then he blessed Jacob there. Genesis 48:8-10 When Israel saw the sons of Joseph, he asked, “Who are these?” / Joseph said to his father, “They are the sons God has given me in this place.” So Jacob said, “Please bring them to me, that I may bless them.” / Now Israel’s eyesight was poor because of old age; he could hardly see. Joseph brought his sons to him, and his father kissed them and embraced them. “We know him,” 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 31:1-3 Now Jacob heard that Laban’s sons were saying, “Jacob has taken away all that belonged to our father and built all this wealth at our father’s expense.” / And Jacob saw from the countenance of Laban that his attitude toward him had changed. / Then the LORD said to Jacob, “Go back to the land of your fathers and to your kindred, and I will be with you.” Genesis 31:38-42 I have been with you for twenty years now. Your sheep and goats have not miscarried, nor have I eaten the rams of your flock. / I did not bring you anything torn by wild beasts; I bore the loss myself. And you demanded payment from me for what was stolen by day or night. / As it was, the heat consumed me by day and the frost by night, and sleep fled from my eyes. … they replied. 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 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 31:25-29 Now Jacob had pitched his tent in the hill country of Gilead when Laban overtook him, and Laban and his relatives camped there as well. / 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. … Genesis 24:10 Then the servant took ten of his master’s camels and departed with all manner of good things from his master in hand. And he set out for Nahor’s hometown in Aram-naharaim. Genesis 25:20 and Isaac was forty years old when he married Rebekah, the daughter of Bethuel the Aramean from Paddan-aram and the sister of Laban the Aramean. Genesis 31:18 and he drove all his livestock before him, along with all the possessions he had acquired in Paddan-aram, to go to his father Isaac in the land in Canaan. Genesis 24:15 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. Genesis 27:43 So now, my son, obey my voice and flee at once to my brother Laban in Haran. Treasury of Scripture And he said to them, Know you Laban the son of Nahor? And they said, We know him. son of. Genesis 24:24,29 And she said unto him, I am the daughter of Bethuel the son of Milcah, which she bare unto Nahor… Genesis 31:53 The God of Abraham, and the God of Nahor, the God of their father, judge betwixt us. And Jacob sware by the fear of his father Isaac. Jump to Previous Grandson Laban Nahor Nahor'sJump to Next Grandson Laban Nahor Nahor'sGenesis 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. Do you know Laban the grandson of Nahor? Laban is introduced as a significant figure in the narrative of Genesis. He is the brother of Rebekah, making him Jacob's uncle. The mention of Nahor, Abraham's brother, situates Laban within the broader patriarchal family, emphasizing the interconnectedness of the family line. This connection is crucial as it ties back to the Abrahamic covenant and the promises God made to Abraham's descendants. The question reflects Jacob's journey to find a wife from his mother's family, as instructed by Isaac and Rebekah, to ensure the continuation of the covenantal line. The geographical context places Jacob in Haran, a city in Mesopotamia, which was a significant center for trade and culture during that time. Jacob asked. We know him, they replied. Persons / Places / Events 1. JacobThe central figure in this passage, Jacob is on a journey to find his mother's family. He is the son of Isaac and Rebekah and the grandson of Abraham. 2. Laban Laban is the grandson of Nahor, Abraham's brother, making him Jacob's uncle. He plays a significant role in Jacob's life, particularly in the events that follow this encounter. 3. Nahor Nahor is Abraham's brother, and his lineage is significant in the context of God's covenant with Abraham's family. 4. Haran The place where Jacob encounters the shepherds and inquires about Laban. Haran is a significant location in the patriarchal accounts, as it is where Abraham's family settled after leaving Ur. 5. Shepherds The unnamed shepherds in this passage provide Jacob with information about Laban, setting the stage for his subsequent interactions with Laban's family. Teaching Points God's Sovereignty in Family ConnectionsGod's hand is evident in the connections between families, as seen in Jacob's journey to Laban. This reminds us of the importance of trusting God's plan in our family relationships. The Importance of Knowing Our Spiritual Heritage Just as Jacob sought out his family, we should seek to understand our spiritual heritage and the legacy of faith passed down to us. Seeking Guidance and Wisdom Jacob's inquiry about Laban shows the importance of seeking guidance and wisdom from others, especially in unfamiliar situations. God's Faithfulness in Our Journeys Jacob's journey is a testament to God's faithfulness. We can trust that God is with us in our life's journey, guiding and providing for us. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Genesis 29:5?2. How does Genesis 29:5 demonstrate the importance of family connections in Scripture? 3. What can we learn about God's providence from Jacob's encounter in Genesis 29:5? 4. How does Genesis 29:5 relate to God's covenant promises to Abraham's descendants? 5. In what ways can we apply Jacob's inquiry about Laban to our relationships today? 6. How does Jacob's question in Genesis 29:5 reflect his trust in God's plan? 7. How does Genesis 29:5 reflect the importance of family lineage in biblical times? 8. What historical evidence supports the existence of Laban and his family? 9. Why is Laban's identity significant in the context of Genesis 29:5? 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 Laban in the Bible? 14. Genesis 29:23-25: Is it believable that Jacob could be deceived into marrying Leah instead of Rachel without noticing? What Does Genesis 29:5 Mean Do you know- Jacob begins with a straightforward, relational question, mirroring the servant’s approach in Genesis 24:23 when seeking Rebekah. - Scripture shows that God often steers His people through ordinary conversation (Proverbs 16:9; John 4:7–10). - The query demonstrates Jacob’s obedience to the charge in Genesis 28:2; he is actively pursuing the family line God designated. Laban - Laban had already appeared in Genesis 24:29–31, revealing a man alert to opportunity. - Mentioning him by name reminds us that covenants and blessings pass through identifiable people, not vague ideals (Genesis 24:60; Genesis 30:27). - Jacob is about to meet the uncle who will shape the next twenty years of his life, displaying that divine appointments often come wrapped in family ties (Ruth 2:3). the grandson of Nahor - The phrase ties Laban to Abraham’s brother Nahor (Genesis 22:20–24), underscoring an unbroken family tree. - God’s promise to Abraham in Genesis 12:2 is safeguarded by clearly traced lineage (Matthew 1:1–2). - It highlights that faith history is real history—rooted in verifiable relationships, not myth (1 Chronicles 1:26–27). Jacob asked - The narrator points out Jacob’s initiative: he does not wait passively for God’s plan; he steps toward it (James 2:22). - His question signals humility; he seeks local knowledge rather than assuming he can navigate alone (Proverbs 11:14). - This moment models prayerful inquiry—asking, seeking, knocking (Matthew 7:7)—even when the setting is a well on the edge of town. We know him - The shepherds’ quick affirmation shows God’s providence: Jacob reaches the exact place and people he needs (Psalm 37:23). - It echoes Eliezer’s immediate success decades earlier (Genesis 24:45), confirming that the same Lord is guiding both generations. - Recognition moves the story forward; divine timing aligns human schedules with God’s purposes (Galatians 4:4–5, in principle). they replied - The plural response emphasizes community testimony: multiple witnesses verify Laban’s existence, fulfilling Deuteronomy 19:15’s principle of confirmed truth. - Their openness reflects Near-Eastern hospitality, setting the stage for Jacob’s welcome (Hebrews 13:2). - A simple answer becomes a hinge point in salvation history—God often works through everyday dialogue (Acts 8:30–31). summary Genesis 29:5 captures a pivotal but ordinary exchange. Jacob, faithfully following the route laid out by his parents and God, asks local shepherds about Laban. Their immediate recognition of “the grandson of Nahor” ties the present moment to Abraham’s family line, confirming God’s meticulous oversight. The verse reminds believers that divine guidance frequently appears in casual questions, familiar names, and timely answers, all serving the larger, unbreakable chain of God’s covenant promises. (5) Laban the son of Nahor.--Laban was really the son of Bethuel and grandson of Nahor; but Nahor was the founder of the family, as being the original immigrant from Ur, who came to supply Abraham's place on his departure.Verse 5. - And he said unto them (with the view of discovering his kinsmen), Know ye Laban the son of Nahor? - i.e. the grandson, Laban's father having been Bethuel, who, however, here, as in Genesis 14, retires into the background. And they said, We know him. The language of the shepherds being Chaldaean (vide Genesis 31:47), Jacob, who spoke Hebrew, was able to converse with them either because he had learnt Chaldee from his mother (Clericus), or, as is more probable, because the dialects were not then greatly dissimilar (Gosman in Lange).Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew “Do you knowהַיְדַעְתֶּ֖ם (hay·ḏa‘·tem) Verb - Qal - Perfect - second person masculine plural Strong's 3045: To know Laban לָבָ֣ן (lā·ḇān) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3837: Laban -- father-in-law of Jacob grandson בֶּן־ (ben-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1121: A son of Nahor?” נָח֑וֹר (nā·ḥō·wr) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 5152: Nochor Jacob asked. וַיֹּ֣אמֶר (way·yō·mer) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 559: To utter, say “We know him,” יָדָֽעְנוּ׃ (yā·ḏā·‘ə·nū) Verb - Qal - Perfect - first person common plural Strong's 3045: To know they replied. וַיֹּאמְר֖וּ (way·yō·mə·rū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 559: To utter, say Links Genesis 29:5 NIVGenesis 29:5 NLT Genesis 29:5 ESV Genesis 29:5 NASB Genesis 29:5 KJV Genesis 29:5 BibleApps.com Genesis 29:5 Biblia Paralela Genesis 29:5 Chinese Bible Genesis 29:5 French Bible Genesis 29:5 Catholic Bible OT Law: Genesis 29:5 He said to them Do you know (Gen. 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