Genesis 29:22
22 So Laban brought together all the people of the place and gave a feast.
Other Translations of Genesis 29:22
King James Version
22 And Laban gathered together all the men of the place, and made a feast.
English Standard Version
22 So Laban gathered together all the people of the place and made a feast.
The Message
22 Laban invited everyone around and threw a big feast.
New King James Version
22 And Laban gathered together all the men of the place and made a feast.
New Living Translation
22 So Laban invited everyone in the neighborhood and prepared a wedding feast.
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Matthew Henry's Commentary on Genesis 29:22
Commentary on Genesis 29:15-30
(Read Genesis 29:15-30)
During the month that Jacob spent as a guest, he was not idle. Wherever we are, it is good to employ ourselves in some useful business. Laban was desirous that Jacob should continue with him. Inferior relations must not be imposed upon; it is our duty to reward them. Jacob made known to Laban the affection he had for his daughter Rachel. And having no wordly goods with which to endow her, he promises seven years' service Love makes long and hard services short and easy; hence we read of the labour of love, 1 Corinthians 7:2.