Genesis 24:10 Meaning
And the servant took ten camels of the camels of his master, and departed; for all the goods of his master were in his hand: and he arose, and went to Mesopotamia, unto the city of Nahor.
Context Explained
8And if the woman will not be willing to follow thee, then thou shalt be clear from this my oath: only bring not my son thither again.
9And the servant put his hand under the thigh of Abraham his master, and sware to him concerning that matter.
10And the servant took ten camels of the camels of his master, and departed; for all the goods of his master were in his hand: and he arose, and went to Mesopotamia, unto the city of Nahor.
11And he made his camels to kneel down without the city by a well of water at the time of the evening, even the time that women go out to draw water.
12And he said, O LORD God of my master Abraham, I pray thee, send me good speed this day, and shew kindness unto my master Abraham.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Matthew 10:9-10
The servant's preparation reflects the sending of the disciples.
Luke 14:28
The need for preparation in undertaking a journey is echoed here.
Genesis 12:1
Abraham's journey to find a wife for Isaac parallels his earlier journey of faith.
Source: Genesis 24:10