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Genesis 29:16-20 Catholic Public Domain Version (CPDV)

16. In truth, he had two daughters: the name of the elder was Leah; and truly the younger was called Rachel.

17. But while Leah was bleary-eyed, Rachel had an elegant appearance and was attractive to behold.

18. And Jacob, loving her, said, "I will serve you for seven years, for your younger daughter Rachel."

19. Laban responded, "It is better that I give her to you than to another man; remain with me."

20. Therefore, Jacob served for seven years for Rachel. And these seemed like only a few days, because of the greatness of love.

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