Genesis 29:11

And Jacob kissed Rachel, and lifted up his voice, and wept.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Genesis 29:11

BSB
Then Jacob kissed Rachel and wept aloud.
AKJV
And Jacob kissed Rachel, and lifted up his voice, and wept.
CPDV
And having watered the flock, he kissed her. And lifting up his voice, he wept.
ERV
And Jacob kissed Rachel, and lifted up his voice, and wept.
NHEB
Jacob kissed Rachel, and wept loudly.
SMT
And Jacob will kiss Rachel, and will lift up his voice and weep.

Commentary for Genesis 29:11

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Genesis 29:11
Summary
Jacob embraces Rachel emotionally with tears
Event
Jacob emotionally greets Rachel
Estimated Time Period
c. 2000 BC
Category
Narrative