What was the agreement between Laban and Jacob?

Laban promised his younger daughter Rachel to Jacob in return for seven years’ service, only to trick him into marrying his elder daughter Leah instead. Jacob then served another seven years in exchange for the right to marry his choice, Rachel, as well (Genesis 29).

What reason did Laban give Jacob for giving him Leah?

What reason did he give? He wanted Jacob to work for him. He wanted both daughters to get married.

What did Laban ask from Jacob before he got married to his daughters?

Laban warmly welcomed him to his family, but asked a steep price for Rachel’s hand in marriage: Jacob would first have to work as a shepherd for seven years, tending Laban’s flocks. Laban explained that according to tribal custom, the oldest daughter should be married first (Genesis 29:26).

How did this arrangement benefit or challenge Jacob?

How did this arrangement benefit or challenge Jacob? Jacob loved Rachel, and he doesn’t mind working for Laban. His love allowed him to work seven years in return for Rachel.

How did both Jacob and Laban attempt to manipulate the outcome of their bargain?

How did both Laban and Jacob attempt to manipulate the outcome of their bargain? Laban took the animals away, while Jacob made the stronger spotted animals mate.

What does the story of Jacob and Rachel teach us?

The story of Jacob and Rachel teaches us about God’s love (not family values!) Subscribe now! On the run, Jacob meets the beautiful Rachel and falls in love–hard. He offers to work seven years for her hand, but his father-in-law tricks him into marrying Leah.

Why was Jacob important in the Bible?

Stories about Jacob in the Bible begin at Genesis 25:19. Along his journey Jacob received a special revelation from God; God promised Jacob lands and numerous offspring that would prove to be the blessing of the entire Earth. Jacob named the place where he received his vision Bethel (“House of God”).