Gen 29:2-12 | TNotes | STEP | Summary for Gen 29:2-12: 29:2-12 Jacob’s meeting Rachel at the well was providentially timed by the sovereign God who was leading Jacob to fulfillment of the promises (cp. 24:12-20 ). The well was a reminder of God’s blessing (cp. 16:13-14 ; 21:19 ; 26:19-25 , 33 ).

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kSong 8:1►

‏ Genesis 29:2-12

Summary for Gen 29:2-12: 29:2-12 ^a Jacob’s meeting Rachel at the well was providentially timed by the sovereign God who was leading Jacob to fulfillment of the promises (cp. 24:12-20 ^b). The well was a reminder of God’s blessing (cp. 16:13-14 ^c; 21:19 ^d; 26:19-25 ^e, 33 ^f).
29:10 ^g In contrast to the lazy, unhelpful shepherds (29:7-8 ^h), Jacob is portrayed as generous, industrious, and energetic.

• Jacob ... watered his uncle’s flock: Laban’s flocks would flourish under Jacob’s care.
29:11 ⁱ Jacob kissed Rachel: Kissing relatives was a proper greeting (29:13 ^j; cp. Song 8:1 ^k).