Genesis 24:28
Genesis 24:28 in Multiple Translations
The girl ran and told her mother’s household about these things.
And the damsel ran, and told them of her mother’s house these things.
And the damsel ran, and told her mother’s house according to these words.
So the girl went running and took the news of these things to her mother's house
She ran to her mother's house and told her family what had happened.
And the maide ranne and tolde them of her mothers house according to these wordes.
And the young person runneth, and declareth to the house of her mother according to these words.
The young lady ran, and told her mother’s house about these words.
And the damsel ran, and told these things to her mother's house.
Then the maid ran, and told in her mother’s house, all that she had heard.
The girl ran and told everyone in her mother’s household about what had happened.
Rebekah ran home and told her family what happened.
Berean Amplified Bible — Genesis 24:28
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Genesis 24:28 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/תָּ֨רָץ֙
הַֽ/נַּעֲרָ֔
וַ/תַּגֵּ֖ד
לְ/בֵ֣ית
אִמָּ֑/הּ
כַּ/דְּבָרִ֖ים
הָ/אֵֽלֶּה
וַ/תָּ֨רָץ֙
rûwts
H7323
to run
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3fs
הַֽ/נַּעֲרָ֔
naʻărâh
H5291
maiden
Art | N-fs
וַ/תַּגֵּ֖ד
nâgad
H5046
to tell
Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3fs
לְ/בֵ֣ית
bayith
H1004
place
Prep | N-ms
אִמָּ֑/הּ
ʼêm
H517
mother
N-fs | Suff
כַּ/דְּבָרִ֖ים
dâbâr
H1697
Chronicles
Prep | N-mp
הָ/אֵֽלֶּה
ʼêl-leh
H428
these
Art | Pron
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Hebrew Word Reference — Genesis 24:28
וַ/תָּ֨רָץ֙
rûwts
H7323
"to run"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3fs
To run or rush, often used to describe someone moving quickly, as seen in the story of the runners in Jeremiah 51:31. This verb appears in various forms, including running swiftly or darting. It is used to convey a sense of urgency or haste.
Definition: : run/runner/messenger 1) to run 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to run 1a2) runners (participle as subst) 1b) (Polel) to run swiftly, dart 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to bring or move quickly, hurry 1c2) to drive away from, cause to run away
Usage: Occurs in 92 OT verses. KJV: break down, divide speedily, footman, guard, bring hastily, (make) run (away, through), post. See also: Genesis 18:2; 2 Kings 11:6; Psalms 18:30.
הַֽ/נַּעֲרָ֔
naʻărâh
H5291
"maiden"
Art | N-fs
A maiden is a young, unmarried woman, often described as a servant or attendant. In the Bible, it refers to women like the maidens who served in the temple or the young women who were eligible for marriage.
Definition: 1) girl, damsel, female servant 1a) girl, damsel, little girl 1a1) of young woman, marriageable young woman, concubine, prostitute 1b) maid, female attendant, female servant
Usage: Occurs in 57 OT verses. KJV: damsel, maid(-en), young (woman). See also: Genesis 24:14; Ruth 2:5; Proverbs 9:3.
וַ/תַּגֵּ֖ד
nâgad
H5046
"to tell"
Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3fs
To tell or declare something openly, as in Genesis 3:11 where God asks Adam to tell the truth. It means to stand boldly and announce something to someone present. In Exodus 32:27, Moses tells the Levites to declare their actions to the people.
Definition: 1) to be conspicuous, tell, make known 1a) (Hiphil) to tell, declare 1a1) to tell, announce, report 1a2) to declare, make known, expound 1a3) to inform of 1a4) to publish, declare, proclaim 1a5) to avow, acknowledge, confess 1a5a) messenger (participle) 1b) (Hophal) to be told, be announced, be reported
Usage: Occurs in 344 OT verses. KJV: bewray, [idiom] certainly, certify, declare(-ing), denounce, expound, [idiom] fully, messenger, plainly, profess, rehearse, report, shew (forth), speak, [idiom] surely, tell, utter. See also: Genesis 3:11; 1 Samuel 14:33; 2 Kings 9:15.
לְ/בֵ֣ית
bayith
H1004
"place"
Prep | N-ms
The Hebrew word for house refers to a dwelling place, including a family home, temple, or even the human body. It appears in various contexts, such as the temple in Jerusalem or the household of a family. In the Bible, it is often used to describe a place of worship or a family's living space.
Definition: nm place, origin, between
Usage: Occurs in 1712 OT verses. KJV: court, daughter, door, [phrase] dungeon, family, [phrase] forth of, [idiom] great as would contain, hangings, home(born), (winter) house(-hold), inside(-ward), palace, place, [phrase] prison, [phrase] steward, [phrase] tablet, temple, web, [phrase] within(-out). See also: Genesis 6:14; Exodus 8:5; Numbers 1:45.
אִמָּ֑/הּ
ʼêm
H517
"mother"
N-fs | Suff
The Hebrew word for 'mother' is used in the Bible to describe a female parent or a maternal figure. It can also refer to the source or origin of something, such as a river or a family. In some cases, it is used figuratively to describe a person's relationship to others.
Definition: 1) mother 1a) of humans 1b) of Deborah's relationship to the people (fig.) 1c) of animals 2) point of departure or division
Usage: Occurs in 202 OT verses. KJV: dam, mother, [idiom] parting. See also: Genesis 2:24; 2 Kings 4:19; Psalms 22:10.
כַּ/דְּבָרִ֖ים
dâbâr
H1697
"Chronicles"
Prep | N-mp
A word or thing, like a matter or affair, as seen in the book of Chronicles where it refers to the events and words of kings. It can also mean a cause or reason for something.
Definition: This name means word, speaking
Usage: Occurs in 1290 OT verses. KJV: act, advice, affair, answer, [idiom] any such (thing), because of, book, business, care, case, cause, certain rate, [phrase] chronicles, commandment, [idiom] commune(-ication), [phrase] concern(-ing), [phrase] confer, counsel, [phrase] dearth, decree, deed, [idiom] disease, due, duty, effect, [phrase] eloquent, errand, (evil favoured-) ness, [phrase] glory, [phrase] harm, hurt, [phrase] iniquity, [phrase] judgment, language, [phrase] lying, manner, matter, message, (no) thing, oracle, [idiom] ought, [idiom] parts, [phrase] pertaining, [phrase] please, portion, [phrase] power, promise, provision, purpose, question, rate, reason, report, request, [idiom] (as hast) said, sake, saying, sentence, [phrase] sign, [phrase] so, some (uncleanness), somewhat to say, [phrase] song, speech, [idiom] spoken, talk, task, [phrase] that, [idiom] there done, thing (concerning), thought, [phrase] thus, tidings, what(-soever), [phrase] wherewith, which, word, work. See also: Genesis 11:1; Exodus 23:8; Deuteronomy 18:21.
הָ/אֵֽלֶּה
ʼêl-leh
H428
"these"
Art | Pron
This Hebrew word is used to point out specific people or things, like saying 'these' or 'those'. It appears in the book of Genesis, where God says 'let there be light' and separates the light from the darkness.
Definition: 1) these 1a) used before antecedent 1b) used following antecedent Aramaic equivalent: el.leh (אֵלֶּה "these" H0429)
Usage: Occurs in 697 OT verses. KJV: an-(the) other; one sort, so, some, such, them, these (same), they, this, those, thus, which, who(-m). See also: Genesis 2:4; Exodus 35:1; Deuteronomy 1:35.
Study Notes — Genesis 24:28
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- Genesis 24:28 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Genesis 24:28
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 24:28
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Genesis 24:28
- Trapp's Commentary on Genesis 24:28
- Ellicott's Commentary on Genesis 24:28
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Genesis 24:28
- Cambridge Bible on Genesis 24:28
- Whedon's Commentary on Genesis 24:28
- Sermons on Genesis 24:28
Context — Rebekah Is Chosen
26Then the man bowed down and worshiped the LORD,
27saying, “Blessed be the LORD, the God of my master Abraham, who has not withheld His kindness and faithfulness from my master. As for me, the LORD has led me on the journey to the house of my master’s relatives.”
28The girl ran and told her mother’s household about these things.
29Now Rebekah had a brother named Laban, and he rushed out to the man at the spring. 30As soon as he saw the ring, and the bracelets on his sister’s wrists, and heard Rebekah’s words, “The man said this to me,” he went and found the man standing by the camels near the spring.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Genesis 24:67 | And Isaac brought her into the tent of his mother Sarah and took Rebekah as his wife. And Isaac loved her and was comforted after his mother’s death. |
| 2 | Genesis 24:55 | But her brother and mother said, “Let the girl remain with us ten days or so. After that, she may go.” |
| 3 | Genesis 31:33 | So Laban went into Jacob’s tent, then Leah’s tent, and then the tents of the two maidservants, but he found nothing. Then he left Leah’s tent and entered Rachel’s tent. |
| 4 | Genesis 24:48 | Then I bowed down and worshiped the LORD; and I blessed the LORD, the God of my master Abraham, who led me on the right road to take the granddaughter of my master’s brother for his son. |
Genesis 24:28 Summary
This verse, Genesis 24:28, tells us that the girl, Rebekah, ran to tell her mother's household about the events that had just occurred, showing her excitement and desire to involve her family in the decision-making process. This teaches us about the importance of family and community involvement in significant life decisions, as we see in other biblical accounts like Genesis 29:1-14. Just like Rebekah, we can trust in God's guidance and provision, as expressed in Psalm 37:5, and seek input from our loved ones, as we navigate important choices in our lives. By doing so, we can demonstrate faith and trust in God's sovereignty, just like Abraham's servant, and experience His faithfulness and love, as promised in Romans 8:28.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did the girl run to tell her mother's household about the events that transpired?
The girl, Rebekah, ran to tell her mother's household because she was excited to share the news about the man, the servant of Abraham, and the potential marriage proposal, as seen in Genesis 24:28. This shows her eagerness to involve her family in the decision-making process, as is also seen in other biblical accounts such as Genesis 29:1-14.
What can we learn from the girl's actions in this verse?
We can learn about the importance of family and community involvement in significant life decisions, as emphasized in Proverbs 11:14 and Proverbs 15:22. The girl's actions demonstrate a desire to seek guidance and input from her loved ones, which is a valuable principle for us today.
How does this verse relate to the broader story of Abraham's servant finding a wife for Isaac?
This verse is a crucial part of the narrative, as it sets the stage for the servant's meeting with Rebekah's family and the eventual marriage proposal, as described in Genesis 24:29-53. It highlights the servant's faithfulness to Abraham and God's providence in guiding the events.
What role does faith play in this verse and the surrounding story?
Faith is a central theme, as the servant trusts in God's guidance and provision, as expressed in Genesis 24:27, and the events unfold according to God's plan, demonstrating His sovereignty and faithfulness, as seen in Romans 8:28 and Psalm 37:5.
Reflection Questions
- What are some significant decisions in my life that I should seek guidance from my family and community about, and how can I involve them in the decision-making process?
- How can I, like the girl in this verse, demonstrate eagerness to share important news and involve others in my life, and what are the benefits of doing so?
- In what ways can I trust in God's providence and guidance, like Abraham's servant, and what role should faith play in my daily life and decision-making?
- How can I balance seeking input from others with trusting in God's sovereignty, as seen in this verse and the surrounding story, and what are the implications for my life and relationships?
Gill's Exposition on Genesis 24:28
And the damsel ran,.... Having invited him to come and lodge at her father's house, that he might not be brought in abruptly, she ran before to acquaint the family of what had passed: and told [them]
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 24:28
And the damsel ran, and told them of her mother's house these things. And told them of her mother's house - in the female apartments.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Genesis 24:28
Not of her father’ s house; either because her father was now dead, and Bethuel, who is hereafter mentioned, was not Laban’ s father, but his brother so called; or because the women had distinct apartments in the houses, and she went first thither according to her custom.
Trapp's Commentary on Genesis 24:28
Genesis 24:28 And the damsel ran, and told [them of] her mother’ s house these things. Ver. 28. Of her mother’ s house.] For the women had houses apart from the men: and the daughters were most about their mothers’ lodgings.
Ellicott's Commentary on Genesis 24:28
(28) The damsel ran, and told (them of) her mother’s house.—The words inserted in italics are worse than useless. The wife of a sheik has a separate tent (Genesis 24:67), and the result of polygamy is to make each family hold closely together. Naturally, too, the maiden would first show her mother and the women presents of so special a meaning. We even find Laban, the brother, acting as Rebekah’s representative; and it is only when the final decision has to be given that Bethuel is allowed to have any voice in the matter (Genesis 24:50).
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Genesis 24:28
Verse 28. Her mother's house] Some have conjectured from this that her father Bethuel was dead; and the person called Bethuel, Genesis 24:50, was a younger brother. This is possible, but the mother's house might be mentioned were even the father alive; for in Asiatic countries the women have apartments entirely separate from those of the men, in which their little children and grown-up daughters reside with them. This was probably the case here, though it is very likely that Bethuel was dead, as the whole business appears to be conducted by Rebekah's brothers.
Cambridge Bible on Genesis 24:28
28. her mother’s house] Her father probably was dead. The “house” is not the building, but the “household,” cf. Genesis 18:19.
Whedon's Commentary on Genesis 24:28
28. Her mother’s house — The daughter naturally runs to her mother’s tent to tell the news. But not so Rachel. See Genesis 29:12.
Sermons on Genesis 24:28
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Finding a Bride for Isaac Part 1 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, Pastor Chuck Smith explores the narrative of finding a bride for Isaac in Genesis 24. He highlights the parallels between this love story and the Holy Spirit wooing |
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(Genesis) Genesis 24:58 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher discusses a scene from the Bible where a servant is sent to find a bride for Isaac, the son of Abraham. The servant tells the family about Isaac's mira |
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(Genesis) Genesis 24:59-67 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher tells the story of Rebekah and Isaac from the Bible. Rebekah asks the servant to tell her about Isaac again, specifically about his birth and how his f |
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(Genesis) Genesis 24:1 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on Genesis chapter 24, which tells the story of Abraham sending his servant to find a bride for his son Isaac. The preacher emphasizes the lead |
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Knowing God's Will by Erlo Stegen | In this sermon, the preacher shares a story about a young man who became paralyzed and was abandoned by his wife. Despite his anger and despair, the man turned to God and prayed fo |
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(Genesis) - Part 21 by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of looking for spiritual qualities rather than earthly qualities when seeking a partner. He highlights the problems that can a |
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God's Will for Young People by Peet Botha | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the six things that happened in the lives of Martin and Lisa. The congregation experiences the serenity of God and acknowledges that what has |