Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Jacob had pitched his tent in the hill country of Gilead when Laban overtook him, and Laban and his relatives camped there too. New Living Translation Laban caught up with Jacob as he was camped in the hill country of Gilead, and he set up his camp not far from Jacob’s. English Standard Version And Laban overtook Jacob. Now Jacob had pitched his tent in the hill country, and Laban with his kinsmen pitched tents in the hill country of Gilead. Berean Standard Bible Now Jacob had pitched his tent in the hill country of Gilead when Laban overtook him, and Laban and his relatives camped there as well. King James Bible Then Laban overtook Jacob. Now Jacob had pitched his tent in the mount: and Laban with his brethren pitched in the mount of Gilead. New King James Version So Laban overtook Jacob. Now Jacob had pitched his tent in the mountains, and Laban with his brethren pitched in the mountains of Gilead. New American Standard Bible And Laban caught up with Jacob. Now Jacob had pitched his tent in the hill country, and Laban with his kinsmen camped in the hill country of Gilead. NASB 1995 Laban caught up with Jacob. Now Jacob had pitched his tent in the hill country, and Laban with his kinsmen camped in the hill country of Gilead. NASB 1977 And Laban caught up with Jacob. Now Jacob had pitched his tent in the hill country, and Laban with his kinsmen camped in the hill country of Gilead. Legacy Standard Bible So Laban caught up with Jacob. Now Jacob had pitched his tent in the hill country, and Laban with his relatives camped in the hill country of Gilead. Amplified Bible Then Laban overtook Jacob. Now Jacob had pitched his tent on the hill, and Laban with his relatives camped on the same hill of Gilead. Christian Standard Bible When Laban overtook Jacob, Jacob had pitched his tent in the hill country, and Laban and his relatives also pitched their tents in the hill country of Gilead. Holman Christian Standard Bible When Laban overtook Jacob, Jacob had pitched his tent in the hill country, and Laban and his brothers also pitched their tents in the hill country of Gilead. American Standard Version And Laban came up with Jacob. Now Jacob had pitched his tent in the mountain: and Laban with his brethren encamped in the mountain of Gilead. Contemporary English Version Jacob had set up camp in the hill country of Gilead, when Laban and his relatives came and set up camp in another part of the hill country. Laban went to Jacob English Revised Version And Laban came up with Jacob. Now Jacob had pitched his tent in the mountain: and Laban with his brethren pitched in the mountain of Gilead. GOD'S WORD® Translation When Laban finally caught up with Jacob, Jacob had put up his tents in the mountains. So Laban and his relatives put up their tents in the mountains of Gilead. Good News Translation Jacob had set up his camp on a mountain, and Laban set up his camp with his relatives in the hill country of Gilead. International Standard Version Meanwhile, Jacob had pitched his tent on the mountain, where Laban had caught up with him. Laban and his relatives encamped on that same mountain in the hill country of Gilead, too. Majority Standard Bible Now Jacob had pitched his tent in the hill country of Gilead when Laban overtook him, and Laban and his relatives camped there as well. NET Bible Laban overtook Jacob, and when Jacob pitched his tent in the hill country of Gilead, Laban and his relatives set up camp there too. New Heart English Bible Laban caught up with Jacob. Now Jacob had pitched his tent in the hill country, and Laban with his relatives camped in the hill country of Gilead. Webster's Bible Translation Then Laban overtook Jacob. Now Jacob had pitched his tent in the mount: and Laban, with his brethren, pitched in the mount of Gilead. World English Bible Laban caught up with Jacob. Now Jacob had pitched his tent in the mountain, and Laban with his relatives encamped in the mountain of Gilead. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd Laban overtakes Jacob; and Jacob has fixed his tent in the mountain; and Laban with his brothers have fixed [theirs] in the Mount of Gilead. Young's Literal Translation And Laban overtaketh Jacob; and Jacob hath fixed his tent in the mount; and Laban with his brethren have fixed theirs in the mount of Gilead. Smith's Literal Translation And Laban will overtake Jacob. And Jacob pitched his tent in the mount; and Laban pitched with his brethren in Mount Gilead. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleNow Jacob had pitched his tent in the mountain: and when he with his brethren had overtaken him, he pitched his tent in the same mount of Galaad. Catholic Public Domain Version And now Jacob had pitched his tent at the mountain. And when he, with his brothers, had overtaken him, he set his tent at the same place at Mount Gilead. New American Bible When Laban overtook Jacob, Jacob’s tents were pitched in the hill country; Laban also pitched his tents in the hill country of Gilead. New Revised Standard Version Laban overtook Jacob. Now Jacob had pitched his tent in the hill country, and Laban with his kinsfolk camped in the hill country of Gilead. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThen Laban overtook Jacob. Now Jacob had pitched his tent on the mount; and Laban with his brethren encamped on mount Gilead. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And Laban overtook Yaquuv, and Yaquuv pitched his tent in the mountain, and Laban led his brothers in the mountain of Gilead. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And Laban came up with Jacob. Now Jacob had pitched his tent in the mountain; and Laban with his brethren pitched in the mountain of Gilead. Brenton Septuagint Translation And Laban overtook Jacob; and Jacob pitched his tent in the mountain; and Laban stationed his brothers in the mount Galaad. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Laban Pursues Jacob…24But that night God came to Laban the Aramean in a dream and warned him, “Be careful not to say anything to Jacob, either good or bad.” 25Now Jacob had pitched his tent in the hill country of Gilead when Laban overtook him, and Laban and his relatives camped there as well. 26Then Laban said to Jacob, “What have you done? You have deceived me and carried off my daughters like captives of war!… Cross References Genesis 30:43 Thus Jacob became exceedingly prosperous. He owned large flocks, maidservants and menservants, and camels and donkeys. Genesis 32:1-2 Jacob also went on his way, and the angels of God met him. / When Jacob saw them, he said, “This is the camp of God.” So he named that place Mahanaim. Genesis 28:15 Look, I am with you, and I will watch over you wherever you go, and I will bring you back to this land. For I will not leave you until I have done what I have promised you.” Genesis 29:1 Jacob resumed his journey and came to the land of the people of the east. Genesis 27:43-45 So now, my son, obey my voice and flee at once to my brother Laban in Haran. / Stay with him for a while, until your brother’s fury subsides— / until your brother’s rage against you wanes and he forgets what you have done to him. Then I will send for you and bring you back from there. Why should I lose both of you in one day?” Genesis 24:10 Then the servant took ten of his master’s camels and departed with all manner of good things from his master in hand. And he set out for Nahor’s hometown in Aram-naharaim. Genesis 35:1 Then God said to Jacob, “Arise, go up to Bethel, and settle there. Build an altar there to the God who appeared to you when you fled from your brother Esau.” Genesis 33:1-3 Now Jacob looked up and saw Esau coming toward him with four hundred men. So he divided the children among Leah, Rachel, and the two maidservants. / He put the maidservants and their children in front, Leah and her children next, and Rachel and Joseph at the rear. / But Jacob himself went on ahead and bowed to the ground seven times as he approached his brother. Genesis 46:1-4 So Israel set out with all that he had, and when he came to Beersheba, he offered sacrifices to the God of his father Isaac. / And that night God spoke to Israel in a vision: “Jacob, Jacob!” He said. “Here I am,” replied Jacob. / “I am God,” He said, “the God of your father. Do not be afraid to go down to Egypt, for I will make you into a great nation there. ... Exodus 3:1 Meanwhile, Moses was shepherding the flock of his father-in-law Jethro, the priest of Midian. He led the flock to the far side of the wilderness and came to Horeb, the mountain of God. Exodus 4:18 Then Moses went back to his father-in-law Jethro and said to him, “Please let me return to my brothers in Egypt to see if they are still alive.” “Go in peace,” Jethro replied. Exodus 18:5-7 Moses’ father-in-law Jethro, along with Moses’ wife and sons, came to him in the desert, where he was encamped at the mountain of God. / He sent word to Moses, “I, your father-in-law Jethro, am coming to you with your wife and her two sons.” / So Moses went out to meet his father-in-law and bowed down and kissed him. They greeted each other and went into the tent. Numbers 22:9-12 Then God came to Balaam and asked, “Who are these men with you?” / And Balaam said to God, “Balak son of Zippor, king of Moab, sent me this message: / ‘Behold, a people has come out of Egypt, and they cover the face of the land. Now come and put a curse on them for me. Perhaps I may be able to fight against them and drive them away.’” ... Deuteronomy 26:5 and you are to declare before the LORD your God, “My father was a wandering Aramean, and he went down to Egypt few in number and lived there and became a great nation, mighty and numerous. Joshua 24:2-3 And Joshua said to all the people, “This is what the LORD, the God of Israel, says: ‘Long ago your fathers, including Terah the father of Abraham and Nahor, lived beyond the Euphrates and worshiped other gods. / But I took your father Abraham from beyond the Euphrates and led him through all the land of Canaan, and I multiplied his descendants. I gave him Isaac, Treasury of Scripture Then Laban overtook Jacob. Now Jacob had pitched his tent in the mount: and Laban with his brothers pitched in the mount of Gilead. Genesis 12:8 And he removed from thence unto a mountain on the east of Bethel, and pitched his tent, having Bethel on the west, and Hai on the east: and there he builded an altar unto the LORD, and called upon the name of the LORD. Genesis 33:18 And Jacob came to Shalem, a city of Shechem, which is in the land of Canaan, when he came from Padanaram; and pitched his tent before the city. Hebrews 11:9 By faith he sojourned in the land of promise, as in a strange country, dwelling in tabernacles with Isaac and Jacob, the heirs with him of the same promise: Jump to Previous Camped Caught Country Encamped Fixed Gilead Hill Hill-Country Jacob Kinsmen Laban Mount Mountain Overtaketh Overtook Pitched Relatives Tent Tents TheirsJump to Next Camped Caught Country Encamped Fixed Gilead Hill Hill-Country Jacob Kinsmen Laban Mount Mountain Overtaketh Overtook Pitched Relatives Tent Tents TheirsGenesis 31 1. Jacob, displeased with the envy of Laban and his sons, departs secretly.19. Rachel steals her father's household gods. 22. Laban pursues after him, and complains of the wrong. 34. Rachel's plan to hide the images. 36. Jacob's complaint of Laban. 43. The covenant of Laban and Jacob at Galeed. Now Jacob had pitched his tent in the hill country of Gilead Jacob's decision to pitch his tent in Gilead is significant. Gilead is a region east of the Jordan River, known for its rugged terrain and balm, a valuable resin. This area later becomes part of the territory of the tribes of Gad and Manasseh. Jacob's presence here marks a transitional moment as he moves away from Laban's influence and towards the Promised Land. The act of pitching a tent symbolizes a temporary dwelling, reflecting Jacob's journey and the transient nature of his life at this point. This also connects to the nomadic lifestyle of the patriarchs, who often moved with their flocks. when Laban overtook him and Laban and his relatives camped there as well Persons / Places / Events 1. JacobThe grandson of Abraham, son of Isaac, and father of the twelve tribes of Israel. He is returning to Canaan after serving Laban for many years. 2. Laban Jacob's father-in-law, who pursued Jacob after he left with his family and possessions. Laban is known for his deceptive dealings with Jacob. 3. Gilead A region of the hill country east of the Jordan River, where Jacob and Laban meet. It serves as a significant location for their confrontation. 4. Jacob's Family Includes his wives, children, and servants, who are traveling with him back to Canaan. 5. Laban's Brothers They accompany Laban in pursuit of Jacob, indicating the seriousness of Laban's intentions. Teaching Points Divine Guidance and ObedienceJacob's journey was initiated by God's command. Believers should seek and follow God's guidance in their lives. God's Protection Just as God protected Jacob from Laban, He protects His people today. Trust in God's protection even when facing opposition. Resolving Conflicts The encounter between Jacob and Laban teaches the importance of addressing conflicts with honesty and seeking peaceful resolutions. Faith in God's Promises Jacob's journey back to Canaan is a testament to his faith in God's promises. Believers are encouraged to hold fast to God's promises in their own lives. Family and Relationships The dynamics between Jacob and Laban remind us of the complexities in family relationships and the need for integrity and forgiveness. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Now Jacobוְיַעֲקֹ֗ב (wə·ya·‘ă·qōḇ) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3290: Jacob -- a son of Isaac, also his desc had pitched תָּקַ֤ע (tā·qa‘) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 8628: To clatter, slap, clang, to drive, to become bondsman his tent אָהֳלוֹ֙ (’ā·ho·lōw) Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 168: A tent in the hill country בָּהָ֔ר (bā·hār) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 2022: Mountain, hill, hill country of Gilead, הַגִּלְעָֽד׃ (hag·gil·‘āḏ) Article | Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 1568: Gilead -- a region in Palestine, also the name of several Israelites and when Laban לָבָ֖ן (lā·ḇān) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3837: Laban -- father-in-law of Jacob overtook וַיַּשֵּׂ֥ג (way·yaś·śêḡ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 5381: To reach, overtake [him], יַעֲקֹ֑ב (ya·‘ă·qōḇ) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3290: Jacob -- a son of Isaac, also his desc he וְלָבָ֛ן (wə·lā·ḇān) Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3837: Laban -- father-in-law of Jacob and his brothers אֶחָ֖יו (’e·ḥāw) Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 251: A brother, ) camped תָּקַ֥ע (tā·qa‘) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 8628: To clatter, slap, clang, to drive, to become bondsman [there as well]. בְּהַ֥ר (bə·har) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 2022: Mountain, hill, hill country Links Genesis 31:25 NIVGenesis 31:25 NLT Genesis 31:25 ESV Genesis 31:25 NASB Genesis 31:25 KJV Genesis 31:25 BibleApps.com Genesis 31:25 Biblia Paralela Genesis 31:25 Chinese Bible Genesis 31:25 French Bible Genesis 31:25 Catholic Bible OT Law: Genesis 31:25 Laban caught up with Jacob (Gen. 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