Rachel was jealous of her sister, Leah, because Leah had children and she did not. Rachel gave her servant to Jacob and her servant had a son. Leah eventually had a son named Joseph, but she desired to have another son. Jacob asked Laban to allow him to return to his homeland. Jacob agreed to stay after coming to an agreement with Laban. Jacob prospered and owned large flocks, servants, and camels and donkeys.