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Leah’s eyes were weak, but Rachel was beautiful in form and attractive.
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Verse 17. Blear-eyed. Hebrew racoth. Watery and tender, unable to look steadfastly at any object, but at the same time very beautiful. Onkelos, and so forth—The beauty of Rachel was perfect; not confined to one part. These two sisters represented the synagogue and the Church of Christ. Lia, though married first, never gains the entire affection of her husband. Calmet.
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