New International Version Here is Rebekah; take her and go, and let her become the wife of your master’s son, as the LORD has directed.” New Living Translation Here is Rebekah; take her and go. Yes, let her be the wife of your master’s son, as the LORD has directed.” English Standard Version Behold, Rebekah is before you; take her and go, and let her be the wife of your master’s son, as the LORD has spoken.” Berean Standard Bible Rebekah 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.” Berean Literal Bible Behold, Rebekah is before you; take her and go, and let her be wife to the son of your lord, as YHWH has spoken.” King James Bible Behold, Rebekah is before thee, take her, and go, and let her be thy master's son's wife, as the LORD hath spoken. New King James Version Here is Rebekah before you; take her and go, and let her be your master’s son’s wife, as the LORD has spoken.” New American Standard Bible Here is Rebekah before you, take her and go, and let her be the wife of your master’s son, as the LORD has spoken.” NASB 1995 “Here is Rebekah before you, take her and go, and let her be the wife of your master’s son, as the LORD has spoken.” NASB 1977 “Behold, Rebekah is before you, take her and go, and let her be the wife of your master’s son, as the LORD has spoken.” Legacy Standard Bible Behold, Rebekah is before you, take her and go, and let her be the wife of your master’s son, as Yahweh has spoken.” Amplified Bible Rebekah is before you; take her and go, and let her be the wife of your master’s son, as the LORD has spoken.” Berean Annotated Bible Rebekah (ensnarer) is here before you. Take her and go, and let her become the wife of your master’s son, just as the LORD {YHWH} has decreed. Christian Standard Bible Rebekah is here in front of you. Take her and go, and let her be a wife for your master’s son, just as the LORD has spoken.” Holman Christian Standard Bible Rebekah is here in front of you. Take her and go, and let her be a wife for your master’s son, just as the LORD has spoken.” American Standard Version Behold, Rebekah is before thee, take her, and go, and let her be thy master's son's wife, as Jehovah hath spoken. Contemporary English Version Take Rebekah with you; she can marry your master's son, just as the LORD has said." English Revised Version Behold, Rebekah is before thee, take her, and go, and let her be thy master's son's wife, as the LORD hath spoken. GOD'S WORD® Translation Here's Rebekah! Take her and go! She will become the wife of your master's son, as the LORD has said." Good News Translation Here is Rebecca; take her and go. Let her become the wife of your master's son, as the LORD himself has said." International Standard Version So here's Rebekah—she's right in front of you. Take her and go, so she can become a wife for your master's son, just as the LORD has decreed." NET Bible Rebekah stands here before you. Take her and go so that she may become the wife of your master's son, just as the LORD has decided." New Heart English Bible Look, Rebekah is before you. Take, and go, and let her become the wife of your master's son, as [the LORD] has spoken." Webster's Bible Translation Behold, Rebekah is before thee, take her, and go, and let her be thy master's son's wife, as the LORD hath spoken. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleRebekah 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.” World English Bible Behold, Rebekah is before you. Take her, and go, and let her be your master’s son’s wife, as Yahweh has spoken.” Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionbehold, Rebekah [is] before you, take and go, and she is a wife to your lord’s son, as YHWH has spoken.” Berean Literal Bible Behold, Rebekah is before you; take her and go, and let her be wife to the son of your lord, as YHWH has spoken.” Young's Literal Translation lo, Rebekah is before thee, take and go, and she is a wife to thy lord's son, as Jehovah hath spoken.' Smith's Literal Translation Behold, Rebekah before thy face, take and go, and she shall be wife to thy lord's son, according to what Jehovah spake. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleBehold Rebecca is before thee, take her and go thy way, and let her be the wife of thy master's son, as the Lord hath spoken. Catholic Public Domain Version Lo, Rebekah is in your sight. Take her and continue on, and let her be the wife of the son of your lord, just as the Lord has spoken.” New American Bible Here is Rebekah, right in front of you; take her and go, that she may become the wife of your master’s son, as the LORD has said.” New Revised Standard Version Look, Rebekah is before you, take her and go, and let her be the wife of your master’s son, as the LORD has spoken.” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleBehold, Rebekah is before you; take her and go, and let her become the wife of your master's son, as the LORD has spoken. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Behold, Raphqa is before you; take her and go and she shall be a wife to the son of your Master, just as LORD JEHOVAH said.” OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Behold, Rebekah is before thee, take her, and go, and let her be thy master's son's wife, as the LORD hath spoken.' Brenton Septuagint Translation Behold, Rebecca is before thee, take her and go away, and let her be wife to the son of thy master, as the Lord has said. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context Rebekah is Chosen…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 Rebekah is here before you. Genesis 2:22-23 And from the rib that the LORD God had taken from the man, He made a woman and brought her to him. / And the man said: “This is now bone of my bones and flesh of my flesh; she shall be called ‘woman,’ for out of man she was taken.” Ruth 4:13 So Boaz took Ruth, and she became his wife. And when he had relations with her, the LORD enabled her to conceive, and she gave birth to a son. Proverbs 18:22 He who finds a wife finds a good thing and obtains favor from the LORD. Take her and go, Matthew 2:13 When the Magi had gone, an angel of the Lord appeared to Joseph in a dream. “Get up!” he said. “Take the Child and His mother and flee to Egypt. Stay there until I tell you, for Herod is going to search for the Child to kill Him.” Genesis 12:1 Then the LORD said to Abram, “Leave your country, your kindred, and your father’s household, and go to the land I will show you. Ruth 1:16 But Ruth replied: “Do not urge me to leave you or to turn from following you. For wherever you go, I will go, and wherever you live, I will live; your people will be my people, and your God will be my God. and let her become the wife of your master’s son, Genesis 28:2 “Go at once to Paddan-aram, to the house of your mother’s father Bethuel, and take a wife from among the daughters of Laban, your mother’s brother. Genesis 29:28 And Jacob did just that. He finished the week’s celebration, and Laban gave him his daughter Rachel as his wife. Proverbs 19:14 Houses and wealth are inherited from fathers, but a prudent wife is from the LORD. just as the LORD has decreed.” Proverbs 19:21 Many plans are in a man’s heart, but the purpose of the LORD will prevail. Isaiah 46:10 I declare the end from the beginning, and from ancient times what is still to come. I say, ‘My purpose will stand, and all My good pleasure I will accomplish.’ Psalm 33:11 The counsel of the LORD stands forever, the purposes of His heart to all generations. Genesis 24:58-60 They called Rebekah and asked her, “Will you go with this man?” “I will go,” she replied. / So they sent their sister Rebekah on her way, along with her nurse and Abraham’s servant and his men. / And they blessed Rebekah and said to her, “Our sister, may you become the mother of thousands upon thousands. May your offspring possess the gates of their enemies.” Genesis 28:1-5 So Isaac called for Jacob and blessed him. “Do not take a wife from the Canaanite women,” he commanded. / “Go at once to Paddan-aram, to the house of your mother’s father Bethuel, and take a wife from among the daughters of Laban, your mother’s brother. / May God Almighty bless you and make you fruitful and multiply you, so that you may become a company of peoples. … Genesis 29:18-20 Since Jacob loved Rachel, he answered, “I will serve you seven years for your younger daughter Rachel.” / Laban replied, “Better that I give her to you than to another. Stay here with me.” / So Jacob served seven years for Rachel, yet it seemed but a few days because of his love for her. Genesis 31:14-16 And Rachel and Leah replied, “Do we have any portion or inheritance left in our father’s house? / Are we not regarded by him as outsiders? Not only has he sold us, but he has certainly squandered what was paid for us. / Surely all the wealth that God has taken away from our father belongs to us and to our children. So do whatever God has told you.” Treasury of Scripture Behold, Rebekah is before you, take her, and go, and let her be your master's son's wife, as the LORD has spoken. Rebekah. Genesis 20:15 And Abimelech said, Behold, my land is before thee: dwell where it pleaseth thee. hath. Genesis 24:15 And 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. 2 Samuel 16:10 And the king said, What have I to do with you, ye sons of Zeruiah? so let him curse, because the LORD hath said unto him, Curse David. Who shall then say, Wherefore hast thou done so? Jump to Previous Directed Lord's Master's Rebecca Rebekah Son's WifeJump to Next Directed Lord's Master's Rebecca Rebekah Son's WifeGenesis 24 1. Abraham swears his servant.10. The servant's journey. 12. His prayer. 14. His sign. 15. Rebekah meets him; 18. fulfils his sign; 22. receives jewels; 23. shows her kindred; 25. and invites him home. 26. The servant blesses God. 29. Laban entertains him. 34. The servant shows his message. 50. Laban and Bethuel approve it. 58. Rebekah consents to go, and departs. 62. Isaac meets and marries her. Rebekah is here before you. Rebekah’s arrival confirms the servant’s prayer for clear guidance and shows that God had directed the encounter. Her family recognizes that the matter has been settled by the LORD. Gen 2:22-23 And from the rib that the LORD God had taken… Take her and go, Rebekah’s relatives grant permission for her to leave Mesopotamia with Abraham’s servant. She will depart from her household and homeland to join the family through which God’s covenant promises will continue. Mat 2:13 When the Magi had gone, an angel of the Lord appeared… and let her become the wife of your master’s son, Isaac’s marriage to Rebekah preserves the promised line of Abraham. Their union will produce the next generation of the covenant family. Gen 28:2 Go at once to Paddan-aram, to the house of… just as the LORD has decreed.” Laban and Bethuel acknowledge that the outcome came from the LORD. What began with Abraham’s servant seeking a wife for Isaac has unfolded according to God’s purpose. Pro 19:21 Many plans are in a man’s heart, but the purpose… Persons / Places / Events 1. RebekahA young woman from the family of Abraham's brother Nahor. She is chosen to be Isaac's wife, signifying God's providence and guidance in the continuation of Abraham's lineage. 2. Abraham's Servant Likely Eliezer, tasked with finding a wife for Isaac. His journey and actions demonstrate faithfulness and reliance on God's guidance. 3. Laban and Bethuel Rebekah's brother and father, respectively. They acknowledge God's hand in the matter and consent to Rebekah's marriage to Isaac. 4. Nahor's Household The family of Abraham's brother, residing in Paddan Aram, where Abraham's servant travels to find a wife for Isaac. 5. Isaac Abraham's son, the heir of God's promises. His marriage to Rebekah is a pivotal moment in the fulfillment of God's covenant with Abraham. Teaching Points Divine ProvidenceGod's hand is evident in the events leading to Rebekah's marriage to Isaac. Believers are encouraged to trust in God's plan and timing in their own lives. Faithful Obedience Abraham's servant demonstrates obedience and faithfulness, qualities that believers should emulate in their service to God. Family and Community The involvement of Rebekah's family in the decision-making process highlights the importance of family and community in life decisions. God's Sovereignty The acknowledgment by Laban and Bethuel of God's will in the matter reminds believers of God's ultimate authority and control over all circumstances. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Genesis 24:51?2. How does Genesis 24:51 demonstrate God's providence in fulfilling His promises? 3. What role does family consent play in Genesis 24:51 regarding marriage decisions? 4. How can Genesis 24:51 guide us in seeking God's will for relationships? 5. Compare Genesis 24:51 with Proverbs 3:5-6 on trusting God's guidance. 6. How can we apply the obedience seen in Genesis 24:51 to our lives? 7. How does Genesis 24:51 reflect God's sovereignty in human decisions and relationships? 8. What cultural practices are highlighted in Genesis 24:51 regarding marriage arrangements? 9. How does Genesis 24:51 demonstrate the role of divine providence in biblical narratives? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Genesis 24? Genesis 24:51 captures a family’s swift and faith-filled surrender to God’s revealed will. Rebekah’s immediate availability, their readiness to send her, the clear purpose of marriage to Isaac, and the explicit acknowledgment of divine decree all weave together to display God’s faithful provision and human obedience working in harmony. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Rebekahרִבְקָ֥ה (riḇ·qāh) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 7259: Rebekah -- wife of Isaac is here הִנֵּֽה־ (hin·nêh-) Interjection Strong's 2009: Lo! behold! before you. לְפָנֶ֖יךָ (lə·p̄ā·ne·ḵā) Preposition-l | Noun - common plural construct | second person masculine singular Strong's 6440: The face Take קַ֣ח (qaḥ) Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine singular Strong's 3947: To take her and go, וָלֵ֑ךְ (wā·lêḵ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine singular Strong's 1980: To go, come, walk and let her become וּתְהִ֤י (ū·ṯə·hî) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive imperfect Jussive - third person feminine singular Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be the wife אִשָּׁה֙ (’iš·šāh) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 802: Woman, wife, female of your master’s אֲדֹנֶ֔יךָ (’ă·ḏō·ne·ḵā) Noun - masculine plural construct | second person masculine singular Strong's 113: Sovereign, controller son, לְבֶן־ (lə·ḇen-) Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1121: A son just as כַּאֲשֶׁ֖ר (ka·’ă·šer) Preposition-k | Pronoun - relative Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that the LORD יְהוָֽה׃ (Yah·weh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel has decreed.” דִּבֶּ֥ר (dib·ber) Verb - Piel - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 1696: To arrange, to speak, to subdue Additonal Resources Genesis 24:51 Blue Letter BibleGenesis 24:51 Bible Gateway Genesis 24:51 Bible.com Genesis 24:51 NIV |
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