Genesis 29:17 net — Leah’s eyes were tender, but Rachel had a lovely figure and beautiful appearance.)

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"Leah’s eyes were tender, but Rachel had a lovely figure and beautiful appearance.)"

— Genesis 29:17, NET Bible

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Genesis 29 — Context

14

Then Laban said to him,“You are indeed my own flesh and blood.” So Jacob stayed with him for a month.

15

Then Laban said to Jacob,“Should you work for me for nothing because you are my relative? Tell me what your wages should be.”

16

(Now Laban had two daughters; the older one was named Leah, and the younger one Rachel.

17

Leah’s eyes were tender, but Rachel had a lovely figure and beautiful appearance.)

18

Since Jacob had fallen in love with Rachel, he said,“I’ll serve you seven years in exchange for your younger daughter Rachel.”

19

Laban replied,“I’d rather give her to you than to another man. Stay with me.”

20

So Jacob worked for seven years to acquire Rachel. But they seemed like only a few days to him because his love for her was so great.

Genesis 29:17 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Genesis 29:17 say?
Genesis 29:17 in the NET Bible reads: “Leah’s eyes were tender, but Rachel had a lovely figure and beautiful appearance.)”
Where is Genesis 29:17 in the Bible?
Genesis 29:17 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 29, verse 17.
Who wrote Genesis?
Genesis is traditionally attributed to Moses (traditional). Anciently attributed to Moses; many modern scholars view Genesis as a compilation of older oral and written sources finalized in or after the Babylonian exile. It was written c. 1446–1406 BC.
What is the book of Genesis about?
Genesis is the book of beginnings — the origin of the universe, humanity, sin, and the covenant family God chose to bless the nations. It traces creation, the fall, the flood, and the lives of the patriarchs Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph, laying the foundation for the rest of Scripture and pointing forward to the redemption that comes through the promised seed.
What are the major themes of Genesis?
Genesis explores themes including Creation, Fall, Covenant, Faith, Family, Promise. These themes shape the meaning and context of Genesis 29:17.
What translation should I read Genesis 29:17 in?
Genesis 29:17 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Genesis 29:17?
Genesis 29:17 reads (NET): “Leah’s eyes were tender, but Rachel had a lovely figure and beautiful appearance.)” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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