Genesis 29:29 net — (Laban gave his female servant Bilhah to his daughter Rachel to be her servant.)

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"(Laban gave his female servant Bilhah to his daughter Rachel to be her servant.)"

— Genesis 29:29, NET Bible

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Genesis 29 — Context

26

“It is not our custom here,” Laban replied,“to give the younger daughter in marriage before the firstborn.

27

Complete my older daughter’s bridal week. Then we will give you the younger one too, in exchange for seven more years of work.”

28

Jacob did as Laban said. When Jacob completed Leah’s bridal week, Laban gave him his daughter Rachel to be his wife.

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(Laban gave his female servant Bilhah to his daughter Rachel to be her servant.)

30

Jacob slept with Rachel as well. He also loved Rachel more than Leah. Then he worked for Laban for seven more years.

31

The Family of Jacob When the LORD saw that Leah was unloved, he enabled her to become pregnant while Rachel remained childless.

32

So Leah became pregnant and gave birth to a son. She named him Reuben, for she said,“The LORD has looked with pity on my oppressed condition. Surely my husband will love me now.”

Genesis 29:29 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does Genesis 29:29 say?
Genesis 29:29 in the NET Bible reads: “(Laban gave his female servant Bilhah to his daughter Rachel to be her servant.)”
Where is Genesis 29:29 in the Bible?
Genesis 29:29 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 29, verse 29.
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 29:29.
What translation should I read Genesis 29:29 in?
Genesis 29:29 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 29:29?
Genesis 29:29 reads (NET): “(Laban gave his female servant Bilhah to his daughter Rachel to be her servant.)” 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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