Genesis 31:26-28

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²⁶ “What do you mean by sneaking off like this?” Laban demanded. “Are my daughters prisoners, captured in a battle, that you have rushed them away like this? ²⁷ Why didn’t you give me a chance to have a farewell party, with singing and orchestra and harp? ²⁸ Why didn’t you let me kiss my grandchildren and tell them good-bye? This is a strange way to act.