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John Gill's Exposition on Genesis 29:11

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John Gill (1697–1771) · 18th-century historical commentary
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And Jacob kissed Rachel, etc.] Which he did in a way of courtesy and civility; this was done after he had acquainted her with his relation to her; he saluted her upon that: and lifted up his voice, and wept; for joy at the providence of God that had brought him so opportunely to the place, and at the sight of a person so nearly related to him; and who he hoped would be his wife, and was the person designed of God for him.
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