Here we see similarities with patriarchal stories, especially with Jacob’s return to Canaan: farewell to the father-in-law, journey with the wife, possessions, and meeting with angels. Jacob’s future as the father of tribes matches that of a family of exiles, and the angel acts as their protector at home. Still, the drama is missing, replaced by emotional goodbyes with tears. The technique of parallel montage comes back, but without double sentences. The young man, now experienced, takes the lead.