Genesis 30:25

And it came to pass, when Rachel had born Joseph, that Jacob said unto Laban, Send me away, that I may go unto mine own place, and to my country.

Cross-references

In Genesis 24:54, Eliezer uses nearly identical language — 'Send me away' — after completing his mission, mirroring Jacob's request here.

Genesis 28:13 is the specific promise of the land of his fathers that Jacob now recalls as his reason to return from Laban's house.

Genesis 28:15 contains God's promise to bring Jacob back to this land, which Jacob now relies on as he tells Laban he wants to go home.

Genesis 31:3 Historical context

Genesis 31:3 is God commanding Jacob to do exactly what he desires here — return to his homeland, now with divine authorization.

Genesis 31:13 Prophetic fulfillment

Genesis 31:13 is God's direct reminder of the Bethel vow, confirming Jacob's desire to return as the correct response to that commitment.

Genesis 31:55 Historical context

In Genesis 31:55, Laban finally departs and returns to his own place — the separation Jacob sought here ultimately comes.

Genesis 24:7 Related theme

In Genesis 24:7, Abraham recalls how God led him from his homeland — the same homeland Jacob now desires to return to.

In Genesis 24:56, Eliezer again pleads 'send me away' — the same urgent language Jacob uses when asking Laban for release.

Genesis 27:45 Historical context

Genesis 27:45 reveals Rebekah's plan to send for Jacob once Esau's anger subsides, which provides the family context for his delayed return.

Hebrews 11:9 highlights living in tents in the promised land as faith, which Jacob's temporary stay with Laban exemplifies before returning.

Acts 7:5 Related theme

Acts 7:5 speaks of the promised inheritance, which underlies Jacob's desire to return to the land God had promised to his fathers.