Jacob deceived his father Issac into giving him his brother, Esau's birthright.  Having learned of Jacobs's deception, Esau plotted to kill him upon the death of his father. His mother, Rebekah, having heard of Esau's plan, encouraged Jacob to flee to the land of her brother, Laban.Nearing his destination, he becomes distracted by the sight of an approaching girl. She is coming to the well to draw water for the sheep.