Genesis 24:50
Genesis 24:50 in Multiple Translations
Laban and Bethuel answered, “This is from the LORD; we have no choice in the matter.
Then Laban and Bethuel answered and said, The thing proceedeth from the LORD: we cannot speak unto thee bad or good.
Then Laban and Bethuel answered and said, The thing proceedeth from Jehovah: we cannot speak unto thee bad or good.
Then Laban and Bethuel said in answer, This is the Lord's doing: it is not for us to say Yes or No to you.
Laban and Bethuel replied, “Clearly all this is from the Lord, so we can't argue one way or the other.
Then answered Laban and Bethuel, and said, This thing is proceeded of the Lord: we cannot therefore say vnto thee, neither euill nor good.
And Laban answereth — Bethuel also — and they say, 'The thing hath gone out from Jehovah; we are not able to speak unto thee bad or good;
Then Laban and Bethuel answered, “The thing proceeds from the LORD. We can’t speak to you bad or good.
Then Laban and Bethuel answered, and said, The thing proceedeth from the LORD: we cannot speak to thee bad or good.
And Laban and Bathuel answered: The word hath proceeded from the Lord, we cannot speak any other thing to thee but his pleasure.
Laban and Bethuel answered, “It is clear that Yahweh has caused this to happen. So we two cannot say anything more.
Then Rebekah’s brother Laban, and her father Bethuel, they talked to Abraham’s worker. They said, “Those things that you told us, we know that God made them happen. So we can’t argue with you.
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Genesis 24:50 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יַּ֨עַן
לָבָ֤ן
וּ/בְתוּאֵל֙
וַ/יֹּ֣אמְר֔וּ
מֵ/יְהוָ֖ה
יָצָ֣א
הַ/דָּבָ֑ר
לֹ֥א
נוּכַ֛ל
דַּבֵּ֥ר
אֵלֶ֖י/ךָ
רַ֥ע
אוֹ
טֽוֹב
וַ/יַּ֨עַן
ʻânâh
H6030
to dwell
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
לָבָ֤ן
Lâbân
H3837
Laban
N-proper
וּ/בְתוּאֵל֙
Bᵉthûwʼêl
H1328
Bethuel
Conj | N-proper
וַ/יֹּ֣אמְר֔וּ
ʼâmar
H559
to say
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
מֵ/יְהוָ֖ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
Prep | N-proper
יָצָ֣א
yâtsâʼ
H3318
to come out
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
הַ/דָּבָ֑ר
dâbâr
H1697
Chronicles
Art | N-ms
לֹ֥א
lôʼ
H3808
not
Part
נוּכַ֛ל
yâkôl
H3201
be able
V-Qal-Imperf-1cp
דַּבֵּ֥ר
dâbar
H1696
to speak
V-Piel-Inf-a
אֵלֶ֖י/ךָ
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep | Suff
רַ֥ע
raʻ
H7451
bad
Adj
אוֹ
ʼôw
H176
or
Conj
טֽוֹב
ṭôwb
H2896
pleasant
Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — Genesis 24:50
וַ/יַּ֨עַן
ʻânâh
H6030
"to dwell"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
This verb means to sing or make music, but also to respond or give an answer. In the Bible, it is used to describe praising God in song or responding to a question. The KJV translates it as 'sing' or 'answer'.
Definition: (Qal) to dwell
Usage: Occurs in 316 OT verses. KJV: give account, afflict (by mistake for H6031 (עָנָה)), (cause to, give) answer, bring low (by mistake for H6031 (עָנָה)), cry, hear, Leannoth, lift up, say, [idiom] scholar, (give a) shout, sing (together by course), speak, testify, utter, (bear) witness. See also H1042 (בֵּית עֲנוֹת), H1043 (בֵּית עֲנָת). See also: Genesis 18:27; 2 Samuel 14:19; Job 40:2.
לָבָ֤ן
Lâbân
H3837
"Laban"
N-proper
Refers to Laban, a person in the Bible, or a place in the desert where the Israelites camped.
Definition: A man living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.24.29; son of: Bethuel (H1328A); brother of: Rebekah (H7259); father of: Rachel (H7354) and Leah (H3812) § Laban = "white" son of Bethuel, brother of Rebekah, and father of Leah and Rachel
Usage: Occurs in 47 OT verses. KJV: Laban. See also: Genesis 24:29; Genesis 30:40; Deuteronomy 1:1.
וּ/בְתוּאֵל֙
Bᵉthûwʼêl
H1328
"Bethuel"
Conj | N-proper
Bethuel was a nephew of Abraham and the father of Rebekah, who married Isaac in Genesis 24-25. The name means 'man of God' or 'dweller in God', and it is also the name of a town in the southern region of Simeon.
Definition: A man living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.22.22; son of: Nahor (H5152H) and Milcah (H4435); brother of: Uz (H5780H), Buz (H0938), Kemuel (H7055), Chesed (H3777), Hazo (H2375), Pildash (H6394), Jidlaph (H3044) and Tebah (H2875); half-brother of: Gaham (H1514), Tahash (H8477) and Maacah (H4601); father of: Rebekah (H7259) and Laban (H3837A) § Bethuel = "God destroys" or "man of God" or "dweller in God" nephew of Abraham, son of Nahor by Milcah, father of Rebekah
Usage: Occurs in 10 OT verses. KJV: Bethuel. Compare H1329 (בְּתוּל). See also: Genesis 22:22; Genesis 24:50; 1 Chronicles 4:30.
וַ/יֹּ֣אמְר֔וּ
ʼâmar
H559
"to say"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
This Hebrew word means to say or speak, and it's used in many different ways in the Bible. It can mean to command, promise, or think, and it's translated in the KJV as 'answer', 'appoint', or 'command'.
Definition: 1) to say, speak, utter 1a) (Qal) to say, to answer, to say in one's heart, to think, to command, to promise, to intend 1b) (Niphal) to be told, to be said, to be called 1c) (Hithpael) to boast, to act proudly 1d) (Hiphil) to avow, to avouch Aramaic equivalent: a.mar (אֲמַר "to say" H0560)
Usage: Occurs in 4337 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, avouch, bid, boast self, call, certify, challenge, charge, [phrase] (at the, give) command(-ment), commune, consider, declare, demand, [idiom] desire, determine, [idiom] expressly, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] intend, name, [idiom] plainly, promise, publish, report, require, say, speak (against, of), [idiom] still, [idiom] suppose, talk, tell, term, [idiom] that is, [idiom] think, use (speech), utter, [idiom] verily, [idiom] yet. See also: Genesis 1:3; Genesis 18:23; Genesis 25:32.
מֵ/יְהוָ֖ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
Prep | N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.
יָצָ֣א
yâtsâʼ
H3318
"to come out"
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to go out or come out, and it's used in many different ways, like leaving a place or starting a new journey, as seen in Genesis and Exodus.
Definition: : come/go_out/escape 1) to go out, come out, exit, go forth 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to go or come out or forth, depart 1a2) to go forth (to a place) 1a3) to go forward, proceed to (to or toward something) 1a4) to come or go forth (with purpose or for result) 1a5) to come out of 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to cause to go or come out, bring out, lead out 1b2) to bring out of 1b3) to lead out 1b4) to deliver 1c) (Hophal) to be brought out or forth
Usage: Occurs in 991 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, appear, [idiom] assuredly, bear out, [idiom] begotten, break out, bring forth (out, up), carry out, come (abroad, out, thereat, without), [phrase] be condemned, depart(-ing, -ure), draw forth, in the end, escape, exact, fail, fall (out), fetch forth (out), get away (forth, hence, out), (able to, cause to, let) go abroad (forth, on, out), going out, grow, have forth (out), issue out, lay (lie) out, lead out, pluck out, proceed, pull out, put away, be risen, [idiom] scarce, send with commandment, shoot forth, spread, spring out, stand out, [idiom] still, [idiom] surely, take forth (out), at any time, [idiom] to (and fro), utter. See also: Genesis 1:12; Exodus 9:33; Leviticus 26:45.
הַ/דָּבָ֑ר
dâbâr
H1697
"Chronicles"
Art | N-ms
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.
לֹ֥א
lôʼ
H3808
"not"
Part
The Hebrew word for not or no is used to indicate absence or negation, as when God says no to the Israelites' requests, or when they disobey His commands.
Definition: 1) not, no 1a) not (with verb-absolute prohibition) 1b) not (with modifier-negation) 1c) nothing (subst) 1d) without (with particle) 1e) before (of time) Aramaic equivalent: la (לָא "not" H3809)
Usage: Occurs in 3967 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] before, [phrase] or else, ere, [phrase] except, ig(-norant), much, less, nay, neither, never, no((-ne), -r, (-thing)), ([idiom] as though...,(can-), for) not (out of), of nought, otherwise, out of, [phrase] surely, [phrase] as truly as, [phrase] of a truth, [phrase] verily, for want, [phrase] whether, without. See also: Genesis 2:5; Genesis 31:15; Exodus 4:9.
נוּכַ֛ל
yâkôl
H3201
"be able"
V-Qal-Imperf-1cp
This Hebrew word means to be able or have power, used in various contexts, such as overcoming or enduring, and is translated as 'be able' or 'have power' in the KJV.
Definition: 1) to prevail, overcome, endure, have power, be able 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to be able, be able to gain or accomplish, be able to endure, be able to reach 1a2) to prevail, prevail over or against, overcome, be victor 1a3) to have ability, have strength Aramaic equivalent: ye.khel (יְכִל "be able" H3202)
Usage: Occurs in 182 OT verses. KJV: be able, any at all (ways), attain, can (away with, (-not)), could, endure, might, overcome, have power, prevail, still, suffer. See also: Genesis 13:6; 1 Kings 14:4; Psalms 13:5.
דַּבֵּ֥ר
dâbar
H1696
"to speak"
V-Piel-Inf-a
To speak or communicate, like God speaking to Moses in Exodus or a king commanding his people. It can also mean to promise or warn someone.
Definition: : speak/tell/command 1) to speak, declare, converse, command, promise, warn, threaten, sing 1a) (Qal) to speak 1b) (Niphal) to speak with one another, talk 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to speak 1c2) to promise 1d) (Pual) to be spoken 1e) (Hithpael) to speak 1f) (Hiphil) to lead away, put to flight
Usage: Occurs in 1049 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, bid, command, commune, declare, destroy, give, name, promise, pronounce, rehearse, say, speak, be spokesman, subdue, talk, teach, tell, think, use (entreaties), utter, [idiom] well, [idiom] work. See also: Genesis 8:15; Exodus 12:25; Leviticus 23:9.
אֵלֶ֖י/ךָ
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Prep | Suff
This Hebrew word means 'to' or 'toward', showing direction or movement. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, to indicate where someone is going. The KJV translates it in various ways, like 'about', 'according to', or 'against'.
Definition: 1) to, toward, unto (of motion) 2) into (limit is actually entered) 2a) in among 3) toward (of direction, not necessarily physical motion) 4) against (motion or direction of a hostile character) 5) in addition to, to 6) concerning, in regard to, in reference to, on account of 7) according to (rule or standard) 8) at, by, against (of one's presence) 9) in between, in within, to within, unto (idea of motion to)
Usage: Occurs in 4205 OT verses. KJV: about, according to, after, against, among, as for, at, because(-fore, -side), both...and, by, concerning, for, from, [idiom] hath, in(-to), near, (out) of, over, through, to(-ward), under, unto, upon, whether, with(-in). See also: Genesis 1:9; Genesis 21:14; Genesis 31:13.
רַ֥ע
raʻ
H7451
"bad"
Adj
Ra means bad or evil, referring to moral or natural harm. It describes adversity, affliction, or distress, and is often used to convey a sense of misery or injury.
Definition: : harmful adj 1) bad, evil 1a) bad, disagreeable, malignant 1b) bad, unpleasant, evil (giving pain, unhappiness, misery) 1c) evil, displeasing 1d) bad (of its kind-land, water, etc) 1e) bad (of value) 1f) worse than, worst (comparison) 1g) sad, unhappy 1h) evil (hurtful) 1i) bad, unkind (vicious in disposition) 1j) bad, evil, wicked (ethically) 1j1) in general, of persons, of thoughts 1j2) deeds, actions
Usage: Occurs in 623 OT verses. KJV: adversity, affliction, bad, calamity, [phrase] displease(-ure), distress, evil((-favouredness), man, thing), [phrase] exceedingly, [idiom] great, grief(-vous), harm, heavy, hurt(-ful), ill (favoured), [phrase] mark, mischief(-vous), misery, naught(-ty), noisome, [phrase] not please, sad(-ly), sore, sorrow, trouble, vex, wicked(-ly, -ness, one), worse(-st), wretchedness, wrong. (Incl. feminine raaah; as adjective or noun.). See also: Genesis 2:9; Judges 9:57; 2 Kings 21:6.
אוֹ
ʼôw
H176
"or"
Conj
Desire can also mean or, and, or if, showing a choice between options, as seen in Proverbs 31:4. It is used to express alternatives or possibilities.
Definition: 1) or, rather 1a) implying that the latter choice is preferred 1b) or if, introducing an example to be seen under a particular principle 1c) (in series) either...or, whether...or 1d) if perchance 1e) except, or else 2) whether, not the least, if, otherwise, also, and, then
Usage: Occurs in 218 OT verses. KJV: also, and, either, if, at the least, [idiom] nor, or, otherwise, then, whether. See also: Genesis 24:49; Leviticus 25:49; Proverbs 30:31.
טֽוֹב
ṭôwb
H2896
"pleasant"
Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means good or welfare, describing something that is beneficial or pleasing, like a good deed or a happy time. It is used in many contexts, including Genesis and Psalms. This word is often translated as 'good' or 'beautiful'.
Definition: adj 1) good, pleasant, agreeable 1a) pleasant, agreeable (to the senses) 1b) pleasant (to the higher nature) 1c) good, excellent (of its kind) 1d) good, rich, valuable in estimation 1e) good, appropriate, becoming 1f) better (comparative) 1g) glad, happy, prosperous (of man's sensuous nature) 1h) good understanding (of man's intellectual nature) 1i) good, kind, benign 1j) good, right (ethical) Aramaic equivalent: tav (טָב "fine" H2869)
Usage: Occurs in 521 OT verses. KJV: beautiful, best, better, bountiful, cheerful, at ease, [idiom] fair (word), (be in) favour, fine, glad, good (deed, -lier, -liest, -ly, -ness, -s), graciously, joyful, kindly, kindness, liketh (best), loving, merry, [idiom] most, pleasant, [phrase] pleaseth, pleasure, precious, prosperity, ready, sweet, wealth, welfare, (be) well(-favoured). See also: Genesis 1:4; Ruth 2:22; 2 Chronicles 3:8.
Study Notes — Genesis 24:50
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- Genesis 24:50 Summary
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- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Genesis 24:50
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 24:50
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Genesis 24:50
- Trapp's Commentary on Genesis 24:50
- Ellicott's Commentary on Genesis 24:50
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Genesis 24:50
- Cambridge Bible on Genesis 24:50
- Whedon's Commentary on Genesis 24:50
- Sermons on Genesis 24:50
Context — Rebekah Is Chosen
48Then 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.
49Now if you will show kindness and faithfulness to my master, tell me; but if not, let me know, so that I may go elsewhere.”
50Laban and Bethuel answered, “This is from the LORD; we have no choice in the matter.
51Rebekah is here before you. Take her and go, and let her become the wife of your master’s son, just as the LORD has decreed.” 52When Abraham’s servant heard their words, he bowed down to the ground before the LORD.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 118:23 | This is from the LORD, and it is marvelous in our eyes. |
| 2 | Genesis 31:24 | But that night God came to Laban the Aramean in a dream and warned him, “Be careful not to say anything to Jacob, either good or bad.” |
| 3 | Genesis 31:29 | I have power to do you great harm, but last night the God of your father said to me, ‘Be careful not to say anything to Jacob, either good or bad.’ |
| 4 | Mark 12:11 | This is from the Lord, and it is marvelous in our eyes’ ?” |
| 5 | 2 Samuel 13:22 | And Absalom never said a word to Amnon, either good or bad, because he hated Amnon for disgracing his sister Tamar. |
| 6 | Acts 11:17 | So if God gave them the same gift He gave us who believed in the Lord Jesus Christ, who was I to hinder the work of God?” |
| 7 | Genesis 24:15 | Before the servant had finished praying, Rebekah came out with her jar on her shoulder. She was the daughter of Bethuel son of Milcah, the wife of Abraham’s brother Nahor. |
| 8 | Genesis 24:55 | But her brother and mother said, “Let the girl remain with us ten days or so. After that, she may go.” |
| 9 | Matthew 21:42 | Jesus said to them, “Have you never read in the Scriptures: ‘The stone the builders rejected has become the cornerstone. This is from the Lord, and it is marvelous in our eyes’ ? |
| 10 | Genesis 24:28 | The girl ran and told her mother’s household about these things. |
Genesis 24:50 Summary
This verse shows that Laban and Bethuel believe God is in control of the situation and they are willing to follow His lead. They recognize that the events unfolding are part of God's plan, similar to how Joseph understood his life circumstances in Genesis 45:5. This teaches us to trust in God's sovereignty and providence, even when we don't fully understand what's happening, and to submit to His will, as encouraged in Romans 8:28. By doing so, we can find peace and guidance in uncertain situations, knowing that God is working everything out for our good.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean when Laban and Bethuel say 'This is from the LORD; we have no choice in the matter'?
This statement indicates that they recognize God's sovereignty and providence in the situation, and they are submitting to His will, as seen in other examples like Genesis 45:8 where Joseph acknowledges God's providence in his life.
How does this verse relate to the concept of free will?
While Laban and Bethuel acknowledge God's sovereignty, they are still making a choice to obey, demonstrating that God's will can be aligned with human decisions, as expressed in Deuteronomy 30:19 where choosing to follow God is presented as a choice.
What role does faith play in this verse?
The recognition of God's involvement in the situation demonstrates faith in His providence and guidance, similar to the faith exhibited by Abraham in Genesis 12:4 where he trusts in God's promise and follows His lead.
How does this response reflect the character of Laban and Bethuel?
Their willingness to acknowledge and submit to God's will shows a level of humility and openness to divine guidance, which is a positive aspect of their character, unlike some of their actions in other parts of the narrative, such as in Genesis 31:1-16 where Laban's actions are more self-serving.
Reflection Questions
- How do I recognize and submit to God's sovereignty in my own life, as Laban and Bethuel did in this verse?
- In what ways can I demonstrate faith in God's providence and guidance, especially in uncertain situations?
- What are some areas where I feel like I have 'no choice in the matter,' and how can I trust God in those situations?
- How can I balance the concept of God's sovereignty with the idea of human free will in my decision-making processes?
Gill's Exposition on Genesis 24:50
Then Laban and Bethuel answered,.... The order of the words in the original is, "then answered Laban and Bethuel"; the word for "answered" is in the singular number, from whence it may be concluded,
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 24:50
Then Laban and Bethuel answered and said, The thing proceedeth from the LORD: we cannot speak unto thee bad or good. Then Laban and Bethuel answered.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Genesis 24:50
Laban is put first, either because this Bethuel was not his father, but his younger brother, as Josephus thinks; or because Laban was the chief manager of this business, to whom his father seems to have committed the care of his family, being himself unfit for it through age or infirmity. The thing proceedeth from the Lord, from God’ s counsel and special providence. Hereby it appears they had the knowledge and worship of the true God among them, though they added idols to him. We cannot without opposing God speak or act any thing which may hinder thy design, or thwart thy desire. Compare ,29 .
Trapp's Commentary on Genesis 24:50
Genesis 24:50 Then Laban and Bethuel answered and said, The thing proceedeth from the LORD: we cannot speak unto thee bad or good.Ver. 50. Laban and Bethuel.] Laban, the young master, was the great doer in this affair. We cannot speak unto thee bad or good.] "Good" (with reason) we cannot say against the motion; and "bad" we will not say. Demosthenes, pressed by his friends to plead for one whom he greatly liked not, answered, επαινειναυτονουδυναμαιψεγεινδεουβουλομαι: Say for him I cannot; say against him I will not.
Ellicott's Commentary on Genesis 24:50
(50) Laban and Bethuel.—See Note on Genesis 24:28. Even when thus tardily mentioned, the father is placed after the brother; and of this we need look for no further explanation than that by polygamy the father was estranged from his own children, while each separate family held very closely together. Thus when Dinah was wronged, it was two of her mother’s sons, Simeon and Levi, who avenged her (Genesis 34:13-25); and so it was Absalom who avenged Tamar (2 Samuel 13:22). Still, Bethuel’s consent was finally necessary; but as soon as it was given all active arrangements were left to the mother and Laban (Genesis 24:53-55), and Bethuel is mentioned no more.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Genesis 24:50
Verse 50. Laban and Bethuel] These seem both to be brothers, of whom Laban was the eldest and chief; for the opinion of Josephus appears to be very correct, viz., that Bethuel, the father, had been some time dead. See Clarke on Genesis 24:28. Bad or good] We can neither speak for nor against; it seems to be entirely the work of God, and we cordially submit: consult Rebekah; if she be willing, take her and go. See Clarke on Genesis 24:58.
Cambridge Bible on Genesis 24:50
50. Laban and Bethuel] The only passage in which, if the text is correct, Bethuel takes a prominent part in the transaction. Even here Laban is mentioned before him. For some reason, Bethuel is in the background: cf. Genesis 29:5. Hence Kittel reads “and his house,” ûbêthô; Holzinger, “and Milcah”: see Genesis 24:53. from the Lord] It is recognized that Jehovah, the God of the family, has brought this thing to pass. speak … bad or good] They have no voice. God has settled the matter. To accept will mean a good marriage for Rebekah, but her separation, at a great distance, from her family. To refuse is to reject a chance for her wealth and happiness, as well as to act in apparent opposition to the signs of Jehovah’s will. “Bad and good,” “yes and no,” are evenly balanced. It is a proverbial phrase, cf.
Genesis 31:24; Numbers 24:13; 2 Samuel 13:22.
Whedon's Commentary on Genesis 24:50
50. Proceedeth from the Lord — They cannot doubt the special providence of Abraham’s God, and they dare not interfere to favour or oppose.
Sermons on Genesis 24:50
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(Genesis) Genesis 24:50-57 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the story of Abraham's servant finding a wife for Isaac. The servant is eager to return to his master, but the family of the potential bride |
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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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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 |
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The Holy Ghost Is Received by Faith! by David Wilkerson | David Wilkerson emphasizes the necessity of receiving the Holy Spirit through faith, urging believers to actively seek this divine gift. He highlights that the Holy Spirit empowers |
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The Chief Cornerstone by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher talks about the importance of humility and realizing that we don't amount to much in the eyes of God. He shares his experiences at camp meetings where |
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The Discipline of Detail - 16 by Jack Hibbs | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of slowing down and taking time to appreciate the spiritual matters in life. He criticizes the fast-paced nature of society an |
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Three Great Gifts by Raymond Golsworthy | Raymond Golsworthy delves into the profound truths encapsulated in John 17:2, highlighting the essence of true Christianity and the entire history of the present church age within |