31:48 Laban said, “This pile of stones is a witness of our agreement 3 today.” That is why it was called Galeed.
1 tn Heb “make it happen before me today.” Although a number of English translations understand this as a request for success in the task (cf. NASB, NIV, NRSV) it is more likely that the servant is requesting an omen or sign from God (v. 14).
2 tn Heb “act in loyal love with” or “show kindness to.”
3 tn Heb “a witness between me and you.”