Genesis 31:15 Meaning and Explanation
“Are we not counted of him strangers? for he hath sold us, and hath quite devoured also our money.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Rachel and Leah claim Laban has treated them as outsiders and consumed their property and dowry.
The Context of Genesis 31:15
Rachel and Leah declare they are estranged from Laban and have no inheritance prospects with him.
What Does Genesis 31:15 Mean?
The wives express their sense of alienation from Laban. He has 'sold' them—a blunt characterization of their betrothal to Jacob—and in doing so, appropriated the bride-price and any resources that might have been theirs. They feel stripped of both family belonging and material security.
Their statement reveals a crucial insight: remaining with Laban offers them no future security. Their financial and familial ties have been severed. Departure with Jacob is not abandonment but the only path to a future in which they and their children have a place.
Frequently Asked Questions About Genesis 31:15
What does Genesis 31:15 mean?
Rachel and Leah claim Laban has treated them as outsiders and consumed their property and dowry.
What is the context of Genesis 31:15?
Rachel and Leah declare they are estranged from Laban and have no inheritance prospects with him.