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 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 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.
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 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 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.