Genetics in Genesis

I trust the reader is familiar with the history recorded in Genesis 27, 28, 29, and 30 of Jacob’s flight to Padan-Aram, the home of his uncle Laban, in order to escape the burning wrath of his brother Esau. You will also recall the dealings Jacob had with his uncle Laban and how God prospered Jacob as he had promised. There is one particular transaction between Jacob and Laban to which I would like to call your attention to that which is found in Genesis 30: 37-43. Jacob had made a bargain with...