And Jacob stole away unawares to Laban the Syrian, in that he told him not that he fled.
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Interpretation
The affairs of these families are related very minutely, while (what are called) the great events of states and kingdoms at that period, are not mentioned. The Bible teaches people the common duties of life, how to serve God, how to enjoy the blessings he bestows, and to do good in the various stations and duties of life.
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This thought runs through Genesis 31:17-21.