Genesis 30:30

For it was little which thou hadst before I came, and it is now increased unto a multitude; and the Lord hath blessed thee since my coming: and now when shall I provide for mine own house also?

Cross-reference

In Genesis 30:27, Laban confirms via divination that God's blessing on him is because of Jacob, supporting Jacob's claim here.

Genesis 30:43 illustrates the prosperity Jacob gained, answering his question in 30:30 about providing for his own household.

Genesis 30:26 Historical context

In Genesis 30:26, Laban acknowledges Jacob's service, which Jacob uses here to justify his claim for wages.

Genesis 31:38 Historical context

In Genesis 31:38, Jacob details his faithful service to Laban, reinforcing his point about bringing blessing.

In Genesis 39:3, God's presence with Joseph brings success to Potiphar, mirroring Jacob's blessing to Laban.

Job 1:10 Allusion

In Job 1:10, Satan echoes the same language — God has 'blessed' and possessions 'increased' — acknowledging divine favor as the source of prosperity.