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He said, "Behold, it is still the middle of the day, not time to gather the cattle together. Water the sheep, and go and feed them."

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Jacob's Practical Wisdom

Commentators explain that Jacob's instruction to the shepherds was practical and wise. As an experienced shepherd himself, he knew that "high day" meant there was plenty of daylight left for the sheep to graze after being watered. His advice wasn't a random command but stemmed from a deep understanding of the work, showing his competence and diligence.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Genesis 29:1–35

18th Century

Theologian

Genesis 29:6: רחל rāchēl — Rachel, “a ewe.”

Genesis 29:16: לאה lê'âh — Leah, “we…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Genesis 29:7

19th Century

Bishop

Neither is it time that the cattle should be gathered together. —Rather, neither is it time for folding the cattle. As there were…

John Gill

John Gill

On Genesis 29:7

17th Century

Pastor

And he said, lo, [it is] yet high day
Noonday, when the sun is highest; at which time in those hot countries flocks …

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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Genesis 29:1–8

17th Century

Minister

Jacob proceeded cheerfully in his journey, after the sweet communion he had with God at Beth-el. Providence brought him to the field where his uncl…