Genesis 29 · Scofield
and came into the land Jacob at Haran becomes a sterling illustration, if not type, of the nation descended from him in its present long dispersion. Like Israel, he was: (1) Out of the place of blessing Genesis 26:3 . (2) without an altar Hosea 3:4,5 . (3) gained an evil name Genesis 31:1 ; Romans 2:17-24 . (4) but was under the covenant care of Jehovah Genesis 28:13,14 ; Romans 11:1,25-30 . (5) and was ultimately brought back Genesis 31:3 ; 35:1-4 ; Ezekiel 37:21-23 . The personal lesson is obvious: while Jacob is not forsaken, he is permitted to reap the shame and sorrow of his self-chosen way.