Genesis 29:17-19
Douay-Rheims 1899 American Edition
17 But Lia was blear eyed: Rachel was well favoured, and of a beautiful countenance.
18 And Jacob being in love with her, said: I will serve thee seven years for Rachel thy younger daughter.
19 Laban answered: It is better that I give her to thee than to another man; stay with me.
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Genesis 29:17-19
New International Version
17 Leah had weak[a] eyes, but Rachel(A) had a lovely figure and was beautiful.(B) 18 Jacob was in love with Rachel(C) and said, “I’ll work for you seven years in return for your younger daughter Rachel.”(D)
19 Laban said, “It’s better that I give her to you than to some other man. Stay here with me.”
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