Genesis 31:31
Genesis · Old Testament · Chapter 31
“And Jacob answered and said to Laban, Because I was afraid: for I said, Peradventure thou wouldest take by force thy daughters from me.”Genesis 31:31
What Does Genesis 31:31 Mean?
Genesis 31:31 is found in the book of Genesis, chapter 31, verse 31 of the Old Testament. This verse connects to 5 other passages through cross-references, placing it within a rich network of biblical meaning.
Cross-References (5)
These passages are connected to Genesis 31:31 through shared themes, quotations, or prophetic fulfillment.
Proverbs 29:25“The fear of man bringeth a snare: but whoso putteth his trust in the LORD shall be safe.”Genesis 20:11“And Abraham said, Because I thought, Surely the fear of God is not in this place; and they will slay me for my wife’s sake.”Genesis 30:26“Give me my wives and my children, for whom I have served thee, and let me go: for thou knowest my service which I have done thee.”Genesis 31:26“And Laban said to Jacob, What hast thou done, that thou hast stolen away unawares to me, and carried away my daughters, as captives taken with the sword?”Genesis 31:27“Wherefore didst thou flee away secretly, and steal away from me; and didst not tell me, that I might have sent thee away with mirth, and with songs, with tabret, and with harp?”
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