And he said unto them, [is] he well?.... In good health, he and his family, or "is peace unto him" ; does he enjoy prosperity and happiness? for this word was used in the eastern nations, and still is, for all kind of felicity:and they said, [he is] well; or has peace; he and his family are in good health, enjoying all the comforts and blessings of life:and, behold, Rachel his daughter cometh with the sheep; at that very instant she was coming out of the city with her father's flock of sheep, to water them at the well; an instance of great humility, diligence, and simplicity; this was very providential to Jacob.
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Genesis 29:6
Genesis 29:6
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