Genesis 30:27

King James Version:

(The Lord speaking is red text)

And Laban said unto him, I pray thee, if I have found favour in thine eyes, [tarry: for] I have learned by experience that the LORD hath blessed me for thy sake.

Complete Jewish Bible:

Lavan answered him, "If you regard me favorably, then please listen: I have observed the signs that ADONAI has blessed me on account of you.

Berean Standard Bible:

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.”

American Standard Version:

And Laban said unto him, If now I have found favor in thine eyes, tarry: for I have divined that Jehovah hath blessed me for thy sake.

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

And Laban^{H3837} said^{H559} unto him, I pray thee, if I have found^{H4672} favour^{H2580} in thine eyes^{H5869}, tarry: for I have learned by experience^{H5172} that the LORD^{H3068} hath blessed^{H1288} me for thy sake^{H1558}.

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Commentary for Genesis 30:27

Genesis 30:27 is a part of the larger narrative concerning the life of Jacob, his marriages to Leah and Rachel, and his relationship with his father-in-law, Laban. The verse occurs within the context of Jacob's years of service to Laban, during which Jacob has been working to earn the right to marry Laban's daughters and to acquire his own wealth.

In this verse, Laban speaks to Jacob, acknowledging that he has observed a divine blessing upon his household and flocks as a direct result of Jacob's presence. The themes present in this verse include divine providence, the favor of God, and the recognition of God's hand in human affairs. Laban's statement reflects an awareness of the spiritual influence that Jacob, who is favored by God, has on his surroundings. This is a significant moment because it shows that Laban, despite his often cunning and self-serving behavior, is capable of recognizing the blessings that come from a right relationship with God, as exemplified through Jacob.

Historically, this verse is set in the patriarchal period, where familial ties and alliances were crucial for survival and prosperity. The relationship between Jacob and Laban is emblematic of the complex family dynamics that were common among the patriarchs, involving negotiation, deception, and ultimately, the acknowledgment of God's sovereignty over their lives and livelihoods. Laban's request for Jacob to stay and his recognition of the Lord's blessing sets the stage for further developments in their relationship, including Jacob's eventual departure and return to his homeland, which are central to the unfolding narrative of the patriarchs and the formation of the people of Israel.

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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)

1. Strong's Number: H3837
   There are 47 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: לָבָן
   Transliteration: Lâbân
   Pronunciation: law-bawn'
   Description: the same as לָבָן; Laban, a Mesopotamian; also a place in the Desert; Laban.
   
2. Strong's Number: H559
   There are 4434 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: אָמַר
   Transliteration: ʼâmar
   Pronunciation: aw-mar'
   Description: a primitive root; to say (used with great latitude); answer, appoint, avouch, bid, boast self, call, certify, challenge, charge, [phrase] (at the, give) command(-ment), commune, consider, declare, demand, [idiom] desire, determine, [idiom] expressly, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] intend, name, [idiom] plainly, promise, publish, report, require, say, speak (against, of), [idiom] still, [idiom] suppose, talk, tell, term, [idiom] that is, [idiom] think, use (speech), utter, [idiom] verily, [idiom] yet.
   
3. Strong's Number: H4672
   There are 425 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: מָצָא
   Transliteration: mâtsâʼ
   Pronunciation: maw-tsaw'
   Description: a primitive root; properly, to come forth to, i.e. appear or exist; transitively, to attain, i.e. find or acquire; figuratively, to occur, meet or be present; [phrase] be able, befall, being, catch, [idiom] certainly, (cause to) come (on, to, to hand), deliver, be enough (cause to) find(-ing, occasion, out), get (hold upon), [idiom] have (here), be here, hit, be left, light (up-) on, meet (with), [idiom] occasion serve, (be) present, ready, speed, suffice, take hold on.
   
4. Strong's Number: H2580
   There are 67 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: חֵן
   Transliteration: chên
   Pronunciation: khane
   Description: from חָנַן; graciousness, i.e. subjective (kindness, favor) or objective (beauty); favour, grace(-ious), pleasant, precious, (well-) favoured.
   
5. Strong's Number: H5869
   There are 830 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: עַיִן
   Transliteration: ʻayin
   Pronunciation: ah'-yin
   Description: probably a primitive word; an eye (literally or figuratively); by analogy, a fountain (as the eye of the landscape); affliction, outward appearance, [phrase] before, [phrase] think best, colour, conceit, [phrase] be content, countenance, [phrase] displease, eye((-brow), (-d), -sight), face, [phrase] favour, fountain, furrow (from the margin), [idiom] him, [phrase] humble, knowledge, look, ([phrase] well), [idiom] me, open(-ly), [phrase] (not) please, presence, [phrase] regard, resemblance, sight, [idiom] thee, [idiom] them, [phrase] think, [idiom] us, well, [idiom] you(-rselves).
   
6. Strong's Number: H5172
   There are 9 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: נָחַשׁ
   Transliteration: nâchash
   Pronunciation: naw-khash'
   Description: a primitive root; properly, to hiss, i.e. whisper a (magic) spell; generally, to prognosticate; [idiom] certainly, divine, enchanter, (use) [idiom] enchantment, learn by experience, [idiom] indeed, diligently observe.
   
7. Strong's Number: H3068
   There are 5521 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: יְהֹוָה
   Transliteration: Yᵉhôvâh
   Pronunciation: yeh-ho-vaw'
   Description: from הָיָה; (the) self-Existent or Eternal; Jehovah, Jewish national name of God; Jehovah, the Lord. Compare יָהּ, יְהֹוִה.
   
8. Strong's Number: H1288
   There are 289 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: בָרַךְ
   Transliteration: bârak
   Pronunciation: baw-rak'
   Description: a primitive root; to kneel; by implication to bless God (as an act of adoration), and (vice-versa) man (as a benefit); also (by euphemism) to curse (God or the king, as treason); [idiom] abundantly, [idiom] altogether, [idiom] at all, blaspheme, bless, congratulate, curse, [idiom] greatly, [idiom] indeed, kneel (down), praise, salute, [idiom] still, thank.
   
9. Strong's Number: H1558
   There are 10 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: גָּלָל
   Transliteration: gâlâl
   Pronunciation: gaw-lawl'
   Description: from גָּלַל; a circumstance (as rolled around); only used adverbially, on account of; because of, for (sake).