Genesis 31:30

And now, though thou wouldest needs be gone, because thou sore longedst after thy father’s house, yet wherefore hast thou stolen my gods?

Cross-references

Genesis 31:19 Historical context

Genesis 31:19 reveals that Rachel stole the idols, which is why Laban accuses Jacob here.

In Genesis 31:32, Jacob responds to Laban's claim about the stolen gods, offering a challenge to find them.

Judges 6:31 Parallel

Judges 6:31 challenges idols to act, highlighting that Laban's gods couldn't prevent their theft.

Judges 18:24 mirrors the theft of idols, showing it as a common issue with false gods.

Isaiah 37:19 declares idols powerless, echoing why Laban's gods could not protect themselves.

1 Samuel 5:2-6 demonstrates God's power over idols, underscoring the futility of Laban's gods.

Isaiah 46:2 Parallel

In Isaiah 46:2, idols are burdens unable to save, underscoring the irony of Laban mourning his stolen gods.

Isaiah 44:13 details idol crafting, highlighting the man-made nature of Laban's gods.

Isaiah 46:1 Parallel

Isaiah 46:1 shows idols being transported helplessly, much like Laban's gods were taken.

Jeremiah 10:11 declares idols perishable, highlighting the futility of the gods Laban valued.

Judges 17:5 Parallel

Judges 17:5 depicts personal idolatry with household gods, similar to Laban's gods.

2 Samuel 5:21 shows idols being discarded, paralleling the fate of Laban's gods.

Jeremiah 43:12 shows God capturing idols, paralleling how Laban's gods were taken by Jacob.