Genesis 31:19 cpdv — At that time, Laban had gone to shear the sheep, and so Rachel stole her father’s idols.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"At that time, Laban had gone to shear the sheep, and so Rachel stole her father’s idols. "

— Genesis 31:19, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Genesis 31 — Context

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But God has taken our father’s riches and handed these to us and to our sons. Therefore, do all that God has instructed you.”

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And so Jacob rose up, and having placed the children and his wives upon camels, he went forth.

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And he took all his substance and flocks, and whatever he had acquired in Mesopotamia, and he journeyed to his father Isaac, in the land of Canaan.

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At that time, Laban had gone to shear the sheep, and so Rachel stole her father’s idols.

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And Jacob was not willing to confess to his father-in-law that he was fleeing.

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And when he had gone away with all such things that were justly his, and, having crossed the river, was continuing on toward Mount Gilead,

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it was reported to Laban on the third day that Jacob had fled.

Genesis 31:19 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Genesis 31:19 say?
Genesis 31:19 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “At that time, Laban had gone to shear the sheep, and so Rachel stole her father’s idols. ”
Where is Genesis 31:19 in the Bible?
Genesis 31:19 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 31, verse 19.
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 31:19.
What translation should I read Genesis 31:19 in?
Genesis 31:19 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 31:19?
Genesis 31:19 reads (CPDV): “At that time, Laban had gone to shear the sheep, and so Rachel stole her father’s idols. ” 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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