Akobe Flees from Laban (Genesis 31)

Jacob’s stay with his uncle Laban had not been entirely pleasant. Laban’s sons had accused Jacob (Akobe) of stealing their father’s property and were envious of Jacob’s success. When Akobe saw that Laban’s attitude towards him had changed, he sought the Creator’s guidance, and the Great Spirit spoke to him, telling him to return to […]

Jacob (Akobe) Arrives in Padan Aram

Right off the back, we have to uncover some minor unprofitable lies in this, Genesis 29 chapter. Observe: In the Contemporary English Version, it is written: “As Jacob continued on his way to the east (Genesis 29:1).” Other translations also declare Akobe came into the land of the east; even King James says he went […]