I. Introduction
A. Transition from the events in Genesis 28, specifically Jacob’s departure from Beersheba and his encounter with God at Bethel
B. Introduction to the narrative of Jacob’s arrival in Paddan-aram and his interactions with Laban in Genesis 29
II. Jacob’s Arrival in Paddan-aram
A. Verses 1-3: Jacob arrives at the well in Haran, where he encounters shepherds and inquires about Laban
B. Verses 4-6: Jacob meets Rachel, Laban’s daughter, and is informed that Laban is her father
III. Jacob’s Agreement with Laban
A. Verses 7-12: Jacob and Laban discuss the family connection and Laban invites Jacob to stay and work for him
B. Verses 13-14: Jacob agrees to work for Laban for seven years in exchange for Rachel’s hand in marriage
C. Verses 15-20: Jacob works for Laban for the specified period, which seems like only a few days because of his love for Rachel
IV. Laban’s Deception and Jacob’s Marriages
A. Verses 21-25: Jacob approaches Laban, requesting Rachel as his wife, and Laban agrees but substitutes Leah in Rachel’s place on the wedding night
B. Verses 26-30: Jacob confronts Laban about the deception, and Laban explains the cultural practice of marrying the eldest daughter first
C. Verses 31-35: Laban allows Jacob to marry Rachel as well but requires him to work for another seven years in exchange
V. Jacob’s Family and Descendants
A. Verses 30-35: Jacob loves Rachel more than Leah, and Leah bears him several sons while Rachel remains barren
VI. Conclusion
A. Summary of the events in Genesis 29
B. Transition to the subsequent chapters and the further development of the narrative
Note: This outline provides a general structure of Genesis 29, focusing on Jacob’s arrival in Paddan-aram, his agreement with Laban, Laban’s deception and Jacob’s marriages, and the subsequent family dynamics. It highlights the love triangle between Jacob, Leah, and Rachel, as well as Laban’s manipulation. The actual chapter contains additional details, dialogues, and interactions that are not included in this outline.