We have here Jacob upon his journey towards Syria, in a very desolate condition, like one that was sent to seek his fortune; but we find that, though he was alone, yet he was not alone, for the Father was with him , John 16:32. If what is here recorded happened (as it should seem it did) the first night, he had made a long day’s journey from Beersheba to Bethel, above forty miles. Providence broug...