A name from Scripture
Laban
LAY-bun
Meaning
White; Pure
Hebrew origin · Boy · First in Genesis
What it points to
Laban's story shows that God's purposes cannot be thwarted by human manipulation. Though his name means 'white,' his actions remind us that outward appearances can mask inner motives — and that God sees through them all.
Verses · King James Version
“And it came to pass, that in the morning, behold, it was Leah: and he said to Laban, What is this thou hast done unto me?”
Genesis 29:25
“And your father hath deceived me, and changed my wages ten times; but God suffered him not to hurt me.”
Genesis 31:7