Genesis 31:20-21 Jacob Prospers in Laban's Household

20 Moreover, Jacob deceived Laban the Aramean by not telling him he was running away.

21 So he fled with all he had, and crossing the River, he headed for the hill country of Gilead.

Meaning of Genesis 31:20-21

In Genesis 31:20, Jacob's decision to deceive Laban by fleeing highlights the complexity of human relationships and the consequences of broken trust. Yet, within this tension, we see God's guiding hand, preparing Jacob for his ultimate destiny and underscoring divine sovereignty amidst human actions.

Cross References for Genesis 31:20-21

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