Genesis 24:55 Meaning
And her brother and her mother said, Let the damsel abide with us a few days, at the least ten; after that she shall go.
Context Explained
53And the servant brought forth jewels of silver, and jewels of gold, and raiment, and gave them to Rebekah: he gave also to her brother and to her mother precious things.
54And they did eat and drink, he and the men that were with him, and tarried all night; and they rose up in the morning, and he said, Send me away unto my master.
55And her brother and her mother said, Let the damsel abide with us a few days, at the least ten; after that she shall go.
56And he said unto them, Hinder me not, seeing the LORD hath prospered my way; send me away that I may go to my master.
57And they said, We will call the damsel, and enquire at her mouth.
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Related Cross References
Luke 14:28
This verse about counting the cost before making decisions parallels the family's request for time to consider Rebekah's departure.
Source: Genesis 24:55