Genesis 29:20

And Jacob served seven years for Rachel; and they seemed unto him but a few days, for the love he had to her.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Genesis 29:20

BSB
So Jacob served seven years for Rachel, yet it seemed but a few days because of his love for her.
AKJV
And Jacob served seven years for Rachel; and they seemed to him but a few days, for the love he had to her.
CPDV
Therefore, Jacob served for seven years for Rachel. And these seemed like only a few days, because of the greatness of love.
ERV
And Jacob served seven years for Rachel; and they seemed unto him but a few days, for the love he had to her.
NHEB
Jacob served seven years for Rachel, and it seemed only a few days to him because of his love for her.
SMT
And Jacob will serve for Rachel seven years, and they will be in his eyes as a few days in his loving her.

Commentary for Genesis 29:20

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Genesis 29:20
Summary
Years of waiting pass quickly from devotion
Place
Haran
Event
Seven-year service for bride
Estimated Time Period
c. 2000 BC
Category
Narrative