Genesis 31:36-34:12

There is some evidence from archeological discoveries that the household gods played a significant role in this era. In yesterday's readings, Laban was looking for his household gods. It is thought that the one who had possession of the household gods was seen as the leader of the entire family / clan, along with all of its possessions. Normally, Laban's firstborn son would have been given the largest inheritance, along with the household gods. In today's readings, we learn that Laban claims ownership to all of Jacob's wives, children, livestock, and everything that Jacob has. With the loss of his household gods, daughters, grandchildren, and most of his flocks, you can see how Laban would feel robbed and cheated. However, Jacob reminds Laban how he had worked honestly to obtain these possessions, while Laban had been dishonest many times.

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