# his sister's son

"his nephew"

# embraced him

"hugged him"

# kissed him

In ancient Near East, it is common to greet a relative with a kiss. However, it is normally done between men. If your language has an affectionate greeting for a relative, use that. If not, use what is appropriate.

# Jacob told Laban all these things

"then Jacob told Laban everything he told Rachel"