Genesis 24:16 · KJV

"And the damsel was very fair to look upon, a virgin, neither had any man known her: and she went down to the well, and filled her pitcher, and came up."

King James Version

Passage Context

¹⁴And let it come to pass, that the damsel to whom I shall say, Let down thy pitcher, I pray thee, that I may drink; and she shall say, Drink, and I will give thy camels drink also: let the same be she that thou hast appointed for thy servant Isaac; and thereby shall I know that thou hast shewed kindness unto my master.

¹⁵And it came to pass, before he had done speaking, that, behold, Rebekah came out, who was born to Bethuel, son of Milcah, the wife of Nahor, Abraham's brother, with her pitcher upon her shoulder.

¹⁶And the damsel was very fair to look upon, a virgin, neither had any man known her: and she went down to the well, and filled her pitcher, and came up.

¹⁷And the servant ran to meet her, and said, Let me, I pray thee, drink a little water of thy pitcher.

¹⁸And she said, Drink, my lord: and she hasted, and let down her pitcher upon her hand, and gave him drink.

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Reflection Questions

How does the description of Rebekah resonate with your own values?

What does her willingness to serve at the well teach you about humility?

When have you felt called to fulfill a task that seemed small but was significant?

Life Application

service

Look for opportunities to serve others in small ways each day.

identity

Reflect on how your identity shapes your actions and relationships.

People in This Verse

RebekahOT

Rebekah is the wife of Isaac and mother of Jacob and Esau. She is noted for her beauty and kindness, playing a significant role in the Abrahamic lineage.

First appearance: Genesis 24:15

Places in This Verse

well

A common source of water in ancient Near Eastern cultures, wells were often places of social interaction and significant encounters.

Connection to Jesus

gospel theme

The emphasis on Rebekah's purity and beauty reflects the qualities of the Church, which is often referred to as the bride of Christ.

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