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Jacob kissed Rachel, and lifted up his voice, and wept.
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Tears of Joy and Relief
Commentators explain that Jacob's weeping was an overwhelming emotional release. After a long and solitary journey as a fugitive, he was overcome with joy at the successful end of his travels, relief at finding his relatives, and thankfulness for God's providence in guiding him.
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Genesis
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Genesis 29:6: רחל rāchēl — Rachel, “a ewe.”
Genesis 29:16: לאה lê'âh — Leah, “we…
19th Century
Anglican
Jacob kissed Rachel ... and wept. —Jacob first made himself useful to Rachel, and then discloses to her who he is, claims…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And Jacob kissed Rachel Which he did in a way of courtesy and civility; this was done after he had acquainted her wi…
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See Rachel's humility and industry. Nobody needs to be ashamed of honest, useful labour, nor should it hinder anyone's advancement. When Jacob unde…
