Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version In this way the man grew exceedingly prosperous and came to own large flocks, and female and male servants, and camels and donkeys. New Living Translation As a result, Jacob became very wealthy, with large flocks of sheep and goats, female and male servants, and many camels and donkeys. English Standard Version Thus the man increased greatly and had large flocks, female servants and male servants, and camels and donkeys. Berean Standard Bible Thus Jacob became exceedingly prosperous. He owned large flocks, maidservants and menservants, and camels and donkeys. King James Bible And the man increased exceedingly, and had much cattle, and maidservants, and menservants, and camels, and asses. New King James Version Thus the man became exceedingly prosperous, and had large flocks, female and male servants, and camels and donkeys. New American Standard Bible So the man became exceedingly prosperous, and had large flocks, and female and male servants, and camels and donkeys. NASB 1995 So the man became exceedingly prosperous, and had large flocks and female and male servants and camels and donkeys. NASB 1977 So the man became exceedingly prosperous, and had large flocks and female and male servants and camels and donkeys. Legacy Standard Bible So the man spread out exceedingly and had large flocks and female and male servants and camels and donkeys. Amplified Bible So Jacob became exceedingly prosperous, and had large flocks [of sheep and goats], and female and male servants, and camels and donkeys. Christian Standard Bible And the man became very rich. He had many flocks, female and male slaves, and camels and donkeys. Holman Christian Standard Bible And the man became very rich. He had many flocks, male and female slaves, and camels and donkeys. American Standard Version And the man increased exceedingly, and had large flocks, and maid-servants and men-servants, and camels and asses. Contemporary English Version Jacob soon became rich and successful. He owned many sheep, goats, camels, and donkeys, as well as a lot of slaves. English Revised Version And the man increased exceedingly, and had large flocks, and maidservants and menservants, and camels and asses. GOD'S WORD® Translation As a result, Jacob became very wealthy. He had large flocks, male and female slaves, camels, and donkeys. Good News Translation In this way Jacob became very wealthy. He had many flocks, slaves, camels, and donkeys. International Standard Version Therefore the man Jacob prospered so much that he had large flocks, female and male servants, as well as camels and donkeys. NET Bible In this way Jacob became extremely prosperous. He owned large flocks, male and female servants, camels, and donkeys. New Heart English Bible Thus the man became very rich, and had large flocks, female servants and male servants, and camels and donkeys. Webster's Bible Translation And the man increased exceedingly, and had many cattle, and maid-servants, and men-servants, and camels, and asses. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleThus Jacob became exceedingly prosperous. He owned large flocks, maidservants and menservants, and camels and donkeys. World English Bible The man increased exceedingly, and had large flocks, female servants and male servants, and camels and donkeys. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd the man increases very exceedingly, and has many flocks, and maidservants, and menservants, and camels, and donkeys. Young's Literal Translation And the man increaseth very exceedingly, and hath many flocks, and maid-servants, and men-servants, and camels, and asses. Smith's Literal Translation And the man will break forth greatly, greatly; and there will be to him many sheep and maids, and servants, and camels and asses. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd the man was enriched exceedingly, and he had many flocks, maid servants and men servants, camels and asses. Catholic Public Domain Version And the man was enriched beyond limit, and he had many flocks, women servants and men servants, camels and donkeys. New American Bible So the man grew exceedingly prosperous, and he owned large flocks, male and female servants, camels, and donkeys. New Revised Standard Version Thus the man grew exceedingly rich, and had large flocks, and male and female slaves, and camels and donkeys. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd the man grew exceedingly rich, and had large flocks, menservants, maidservants, and she asses, camels, and he asses. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And the man became very rich and he had many flocks and Servants, and Handmaids and female donkeys, and camels and male donkeys. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And the man increased exceedingly, and had large flocks, and maid-servants and men-servants, and camels and asses. Brenton Septuagint Translation And the man became very rich, and he had many cattle, and oxen, and servants, and maid-servants, and camels, and asses. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Jacob Prospers…42But if the animals were weak, he did not set out the branches. So the weaker animals went to Laban and the stronger ones to Jacob. 43Thus Jacob became exceedingly prosperous. He owned large flocks, maidservants and menservants, and camels and donkeys. Cross References Genesis 13:2 And Abram had become extremely wealthy in livestock and silver and gold. Genesis 24:35 “The LORD has greatly blessed my master, and he has become rich. He has given him sheep and cattle, silver and gold, menservants and maidservants, camels and donkeys. Genesis 26:12-14 Now Isaac sowed seed in the land, and that very year he reaped a hundredfold. And the LORD blessed him, / and he became richer and richer, until he was exceedingly wealthy. / He owned so many flocks and herds and servants that the Philistines envied him. Genesis 31:1 Now Jacob heard that Laban’s sons were saying, “Jacob has taken away all that belonged to our father and built all this wealth at our father’s expense.” Genesis 32:5 I have oxen, donkeys, flocks, menservants, and maidservants. I have sent this message to inform my master, so that I may find favor in your sight.’” Genesis 33:11 Please accept my gift that was brought to you, because God has been gracious to me and I have all I need.” So Jacob pressed him until he accepted. Genesis 36:7 For their possessions were too great for them to dwell together; the land where they stayed could not support them because of their livestock. Genesis 39:2-3 And the LORD was with Joseph, and he became a successful man, serving in the household of his Egyptian master. / When his master saw that the LORD was with him and made him prosper in all he did, Genesis 47:27 Now the Israelites settled in the land of Egypt, in the region of Goshen. They acquired property there and became fruitful and increased greatly in number. Exodus 12:38 And a mixed multitude also went up with them, along with great droves of livestock, both flocks and herds. Deuteronomy 8:18 But remember that it is the LORD your God who gives you the power to gain wealth, in order to confirm His covenant that He swore to your fathers even to this day. 1 Kings 3:13 Moreover, I will give you what you did not request—both riches and honor—so that during all your days no man in any kingdom will be your equal. 2 Chronicles 32:27-29 Hezekiah had very great riches and honor, and he made treasuries for his silver, gold, precious stones, spices, shields, and all kinds of valuable articles. / He also made storehouses for the harvest of grain and new wine and oil, stalls for all kinds of livestock, and pens for the flocks. / He made cities for himself, and he acquired herds of sheep and cattle in abundance, for God gave him very great wealth. Job 1:3 and he owned 7,000 sheep, 3,000 camels, 500 yoke of oxen, 500 female donkeys, and a very large number of servants. Job was the greatest man of all the people of the East. Job 42:10-12 After Job had prayed for his friends, the LORD restored his prosperity and doubled his former possessions. / All his brothers and sisters and prior acquaintances came and dined with him in his house. They consoled him and comforted him over all the adversity that the LORD had brought upon him. And each one gave him a piece of silver and a gold ring. / So the LORD blessed Job’s latter days more than his first. He owned 14,000 sheep, 6,000 camels, 1,000 yoke of oxen, and 1,000 female donkeys. Treasury of Scripture And the man increased exceedingly, and had much cattle, and maidservants, and menservants, and camels, and asses. Genesis 30:30 For it was little which thou hadst before I came, and it is now increased unto a multitude; and the LORD hath blessed thee since my coming: and now when shall I provide for mine own house also? Genesis 13:2 And Abram was very rich in cattle, in silver, and in gold. Genesis 24:35 And the LORD hath blessed my master greatly; and he is become great: and he hath given him flocks, and herds, and silver, and gold, and menservants, and maidservants, and camels, and asses. Jump to Previous Asses Bondmen Bondwomen Camels Cattle Donkeys Exceedingly Female Flocks Great Greatly Grew Increased Increaseth Jacob's Large Maidservants Maid-Servants Male Menservants Men-Servants Prosperous Rich Servants Way Wealth Women-ServantsJump to Next Asses Bondmen Bondwomen Camels Cattle Donkeys Exceedingly Female Flocks Great Greatly Grew Increased Increaseth Jacob's Large Maidservants Maid-Servants Male Menservants Men-Servants Prosperous Rich Servants Way Wealth Women-ServantsGenesis 30 1. Rachel, in grief for her barrenness, gives Bilhah her maid unto Jacob.5. Bilhah bears Dan and Naphtali. 9. Leah gives Zilpah her maid, who bears Gad and Asher. 14. Reuben finds mandrakes, 15. with which Leah buys her husband's company of Rachel. 17. Leah bears Issachar, Zebulun, and Dinah. 22. Rachel bears Joseph. 25. Jacob desires to depart. 27. Laban detains him on a new agreement. 37. Jacob's policy, whereby he becomes rich. Thus Jacob became exceedingly prosperous. Jacob's prosperity is a fulfillment of God's promise to bless him, as seen in Genesis 28:13-15. This prosperity is not merely material but also a sign of divine favor. The Hebrew word for "prosperous" implies abundance and success, reflecting God's covenantal faithfulness. Jacob's wealth is a result of his hard work and God's intervention, as seen in the previous verses where God blesses his selective breeding techniques. This prosperity also foreshadows the future wealth and growth of the nation of Israel. He owned large flocks, maidservants and menservants, and camels and donkeys. Persons / Places / Events 1. JacobThe grandson of Abraham, son of Isaac, and brother of Esau. Jacob is a central figure in Genesis, known for his journey from deception to becoming the father of the twelve tribes of Israel. 2. Laban Jacob's uncle and father-in-law, who plays a significant role in Jacob's life, particularly in the context of his work and family life in Haran. 3. Haran The place where Jacob lived with Laban and worked for him, accumulating wealth and family. 4. Flocks, Maidservants, Menservants, Camels, and Donkeys These represent the wealth and prosperity Jacob acquired, which were significant indicators of wealth in the ancient Near East. 5. Prosperity The event of Jacob's increasing wealth, which is a fulfillment of God's promise to bless him. Teaching Points God's Faithfulness in ProvisionJacob's prosperity is a testament to God's faithfulness in fulfilling His promises. Believers can trust that God will provide for their needs according to His will. Integrity and Hard Work Despite the challenges and deceit he faced, Jacob's hard work and integrity in managing Laban's flocks led to his prosperity. Christians are encouraged to work diligently and trust God for the results. The Role of Divine Favor Jacob's success was not solely due to his efforts but also due to God's favor. This reminds believers that while effort is important, divine favor is crucial for true success. Wealth as a Stewardship Responsibility Jacob's wealth was a blessing, but it also came with the responsibility to use it wisely. Christians are called to be good stewards of the resources God entrusts to them. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Genesis 30:43?2. How did Jacob's wealth increase according to Genesis 30:43? 3. What role did God's blessing play in Jacob's prosperity in Genesis 30:43? 4. How can we apply Jacob's diligence and faith today? 5. What scriptural connections exist between Genesis 30:43 and God's promises to Abraham? 6. How does Genesis 30:43 illustrate the principle of reaping what you sow? 7. How does Genesis 30:43 reflect God's blessing on Jacob's prosperity despite his deceitful actions? 8. What does Genesis 30:43 reveal about wealth accumulation in biblical times? 9. How does Genesis 30:43 challenge the notion of divine justice and fairness? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Genesis 30? 11. In Genesis 30:32–36, how plausible is it for Jacob’s selective breeding plan to produce spotted or speckled livestock solely through visual stimuli? 12. How do these events in Genesis 30 align or conflict with other biblical texts that describe God’s involvement in fertility and inheritance? 13. Genesis 34:30 - Why does Jacob seem more concerned about his reputation than the moral implications of the violence committed by his sons? 14. Jesus says, 'No one has seen God' (John 1:18), but Genesis 32:30 says Jacob saw God face to face. Isn't this a contradiction? What Does Genesis 30:43 Mean Thus Jacob became exceedingly prosperous“Thus Jacob became exceedingly prosperous.” (Genesis 30:43a) • The verse opens by summarizing the result of God’s blessing on Jacob’s unconventional breeding strategies (Genesis 30:37-42). It was not luck or mere human ingenuity that multiplied Jacob’s assets—God’s covenant faithfulness was at work, exactly as He had promised in Genesis 28:13-15 and later affirmed in 31:11-13. • Earlier the Lord had enlarged Isaac’s wealth (Genesis 26:12-14) and had already begun prospering Jacob while he was still in Laban’s household (Genesis 30:30). This verse shows the same pattern: when God pledges blessing, He delivers (Numbers 23:19; Proverbs 10:22). • The phrase “exceedingly prosperous” underscores abundance beyond natural expectation, mirroring the promise to Abraham that his descendants would be blessed and become a blessing (Genesis 12:2-3; 24:35). He owned large flocks “and he owned large flocks,” (Genesis 30:43b) • In the ancient Near East, flocks—sheep and goats—were primary indicators of wealth. Like Abraham (Genesis 13:2, 5) and Job (Job 1:3), Jacob’s livestock testified to divine favor. • Flocks meant food, clothing, trade, and sacrificial animals (Leviticus 1:10). Their multiplication foreshadowed Israel’s later national prosperity described in Deuteronomy 7:13-14 and 28:4. • Jacob’s success, gained while serving an often-unfair employer, reminds believers that God can prosper His people even in adverse circumstances (Psalm 23:1; Philippians 4:19). maidservants and menservants “maidservants and menservants,” (Genesis 30:43c) • A sizable household staff signified enduring wealth (Genesis 24:35; 26:14). Abraham once mustered 318 trained servants to rescue Lot (Genesis 14:14), indicating competence and loyalty that mirrored their master’s stature. • Possessing servants required responsible stewardship (Colossians 4:1). Jacob’s later instructions to send gifts ahead to Esau (Genesis 32:13-16) reveal he managed people as well as possessions. • Spiritually, the scene anticipates Israel’s expansion from one man’s household to a nation equipped for God’s service (Exodus 1:7; 19:5-6). and camels and donkeys “and camels and donkeys.” (Genesis 30:43d) • Camels were long-distance freight carriers, valuable for trade caravans (Genesis 24:10; 37:25). Donkeys provided local transport and agricultural support (Judges 10:4). Together they formed the ancient equivalent of a trucking fleet. • Job’s fortunes likewise included abundant camels and donkeys (Job 1:3; 42:12), reinforcing the biblical motif that God can restore and enrich beyond measure. • These animals also enhanced mobility. When God later calls Jacob to return to Canaan (Genesis 31:3, 17-18), he has the means to obey promptly—an encouraging picture that divine provision equips God’s people to follow His directives (2 Corinthians 9:8). summary Genesis 30:43 caps the story of Jacob’s years with Laban by spotlighting tangible, overflowing blessing—flocks, servants, camels, and donkeys. Each item underscores that the Lord faithfully keeps His word, turns adversity into advantage, and supplies His people with everything necessary for their journey and calling. (43) The man increased exceedingly.--Heb., broke forth, as in Genesis 30:30. Wool, as the chief material for clothing, is a very valuable commodity in the East, and by the sale of it Jacob would obtain means for the purchase of male and female servants and camels. The latter were especially valuable for purposes of commerce, in which Jacob evidently was actively engaged, and whence probably came his chief gains.Verse 43. - And - as the apparent result of the triple stratagem, though vide supra, ver. 38, and cf. Genesis 31:12 - the man increased exceedingly, - literally, broke forth greatly (vide ver. 80) - and had much cattle, and maid-servants, and men-servants, and camels, and asses - like Abraham (Genesis 13:2) and Isaac (Genesis 26:13, 14). Thus far the historian simply narrates the fact of the patriarch's priority, and the steps which to it, "without expressing approbation of his conduct or describing his increasing wealth as a blessing from God. The verdict is contained in what follows (Keil). |
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