Genesis 29:29
And Laban gave to Rachel his daughter Bilhah his handmaid to be her maid.
Cross-references
Genesis 30:3–8
Historical context
In Genesis 30:3-8, Rachel gives Bilhah to Jacob, and Bilhah bears sons on Rachel's behalf.
Genesis 46:25
Parallel
In Genesis 46:25, Bilhah's family line going to Egypt is listed, tracing the servant given to Rachel.
Genesis 35:22
Historical context
In Genesis 35:22, Reuben sleeps with Bilhah, Jacob's concubine, highlighting her role established here.
Genesis 35:25
Historical context
In Genesis 35:25, the sons born to Bilhah are listed again, naming the children from this arrangement.