Genesis 29:29 web — Laban gave to Rachel his daughter Bilhah, his handmaid, to be her handmaid.

World English Bible

"Laban gave to Rachel his daughter Bilhah, his handmaid, to be her handmaid."

— Genesis 29:29, World English Bible

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Genesis 29 — Context

26

Laban said, "It is not done so in our place, to give the younger before the firstborn.

27

Fulfill the week of this one, and we will give you the other also for the service which you will serve with me yet seven other years."

28

Jacob did so, and fulfilled her week. He gave him Rachel his daughter as wife.

29

Laban gave to Rachel his daughter Bilhah, his handmaid, to be her handmaid.

30

He went in also to Rachel, and he loved also Rachel more than Leah, and served with him yet seven other years.

31

Yahweh saw that Leah was hated, and he opened her womb, but Rachel was barren.

32

Leah conceived, and bore a son, and she named him Reuben. For she said, "Because Yahweh has looked at my affliction. For now my husband will love me."

Genesis 29:29 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Genesis 29:29 say?
Genesis 29:29 in the World English Bible reads: “Laban gave to Rachel his daughter Bilhah, his handmaid, to be her handmaid.”
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 (WEB): “Laban gave to Rachel his daughter Bilhah, his handmaid, to be her handmaid.” 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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