Genesis 24:1 Meaning
And Abraham was old, and well stricken in age: and the LORD had blessed Abraham in all things.
Context Explained
1And Abraham was old, and well stricken in age: and the LORD had blessed Abraham in all things.
2And Abraham said unto his eldest servant of his house, that ruled over all that he had, Put, I pray thee, thy hand under my thigh:
3And I will make thee swear by the LORD, the God of heaven, and the God of the earth, that thou shalt not take a wife unto my son of the daughters of the Canaanites, among whom I dwell:
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Genesis 21:5
Abraham's age is echoed in the context of God's promises being fulfilled.
Psalm 92:14
The theme of flourishing in old age relates to God's blessings.
2 Timothy 4:7
Paul's reflection on finishing the race parallels Abraham's faithful life.
Source: Genesis 24:1