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Please tell me yes or no, and then I’ll know what to do next.” <a href="/esv/genesis/24.htm">English Standard Version</a> Now then, if you are going to show steadfast love and faithfulness to my master, tell me; and if not, tell me, that I may turn to the right hand or to the left.” <a href="/bsb/genesis/24.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> Now if you will show kindness and faithfulness to my master, tell me; but if not, let me know, so that I may go elsewhere.” <a href="/kjv/genesis/24.htm">King James Bible</a> And now if ye will deal kindly and truly with my master, tell me: and if not, tell me; that I may turn to the right hand, or to the left. <a href="/nkjv/genesis/24.htm">New King James Version</a> Now if you will deal kindly and truly with my master, tell me. And if not, tell me, that I may turn to the right hand or to the left.” <a href="/nasb_/genesis/24.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> So now if you are going to deal kindly and truthfully with my master, tell me; and if not, tell me now, so that I may turn to the right or the left.” <a href="/nasb/genesis/24.htm">NASB 1995</a> &#8220So now if you are going to deal kindly and truly with my master, tell me; and if not, let me know, that I may turn to the right hand or the left.&#8221 <a href="/nasb77/genesis/24.htm">NASB 1977 </a> “So now if you are going to deal kindly and truly with my master, tell me; and if not, let me know, that I may turn to the right hand or the left.” <a href="/lsb/genesis/24.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> So now if you are going to show lovingkindness and truth with my master, tell me; and if not, tell me, that I may turn to the right or to the left.” <a href="/amp/genesis/24.htm">Amplified Bible</a> So now if you are going to show kindness and truth to my master [being faithful to him], tell me; and if not, tell me, that I may turn to the right or to the left [and go on my way].” <a href="/csb/genesis/24.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> Now, if you are going to show kindness and faithfulness to my master, tell me; if not, tell me, and I will go elsewhere.” <a href="/hcsb/genesis/24.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> Now, if you are going to show kindness and faithfulness to my master, tell me; if not, tell me, and I will go elsewhere.&#8221 <a href="/asv/genesis/24.htm">American Standard Version</a> And now if ye will deal kindly and truly with my master, tell me: and if not, tell me; that I may turn to the right hand, or to the left. <a href="/cev/genesis/24.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> Now please tell me if you are willing to do the right thing for my master. Will you treat him fairly, or do I have to look for another young woman? <a href="/erv/genesis/24.htm">English Revised Version</a> And now if ye will deal kindly and truly with my master, tell me: and if not, tell me; that I may turn to the right hand, or to the left. <a href="/gwt/genesis/24.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> Tell me whether or not you're going to show my master true kindness so that I will know what to do." <a href="/gnt/genesis/24.htm">Good News Translation</a> Now, if you intend to fulfill your responsibility toward my master and treat him fairly, please tell me; if not, say so, and I will decide what to do." <a href="/isv/genesis/24.htm">International Standard Version</a> So now, if you wish to show gracious love and truth toward my master, tell me so. But if not, tell me, so that I may go elsewhere." <a href="/msb/genesis/24.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> Now if you will show kindness and faithfulness to my master, tell me; but if not, let me know, so that I may go elsewhere.? <a href="/net/genesis/24.htm">NET Bible</a> Now, if you will show faithful love to my master, tell me. But if not, tell me as well, so that I may go on my way." <a href="/nheb/genesis/24.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> Now if you will show kindness and truth to my master, tell me. And if not, tell me, that I may turn to the right hand, or to the left." <a href="/wbt/genesis/24.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> And now if you will deal kindly and truly with my master, tell me; and if not, tell me; that I may turn to the right hand, or to the left. <a href="/web/genesis/24.htm">World English Bible</a> Now if you will deal kindly and truly with my master, tell me. If not, tell me, that I may turn to the right hand, or to the left.” <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/genesis/24.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> And now, if you are dealing kindly and truly with my lord, declare to me; and if not, declare to me; and I turn to the right or to the left.” <a href="/ylt/genesis/24.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> 'And now, if ye are dealing kindly and truly with my lord, declare to me; and if not, declare to me; and I turn unto the right or unto the left.' <a href="/slt/genesis/24.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And now if ye are doing kindness and truth with my lord, announce to me, and if not, announce to me; and I shall turn to the right hand or to the left.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/genesis/24.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> Wherefore if you do according to mercy and truth with my master, tell me: but if it please you otherwise, tell me that also, that I may go to the right hand, or to the left. <a href="/cpdv/genesis/24.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> For this reason, if you would act according to mercy and truth with my lord, tell me so. But if it pleases you otherwise, say that to me also, so that I may go either to the right, or to the left.” <a href="/nabre/genesis/24.htm">New American Bible</a> Now, if you will act with kindness and fidelity toward my master, let me know; but if not, let me know that too. I can then proceed accordingly.” <a href="/nrsvce/genesis/24.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> Now then, if you will deal loyally and truly with my master, tell me; and if not, tell me, so that I may turn either to the right hand or to the left.”<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/genesis/24.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> And now if you will deal kindly and truly with my master, tell me; and if not, tell me; so that I may know what to do. <a href="/hpbt/genesis/24.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a> And now if you are practicing favor and truth with my Lord, show me, and otherwise show me, and I shall turn to the right or to the left.”<div class="vheading2">OT Translations</div><a href="/jps/genesis/24.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a> And now if ye will deal kindly and truly with my master, tell me; and if not, tell me; that I may turn to the right hand, or to the left.' <a href="/sep/genesis/24.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a> If then ye will deal mercifully and justly with my lord, tell me, and if not, tell me, that I may turn to the right hand or to the left. <a href="/parallel/genesis/24-49.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/7ehevn8iSgc?start=5607" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/genesis/24.htm">Rebekah is Chosen</a> …48Then I bowed down and worshiped the LORD; and I blessed the LORD, the God of my master Abraham, who led me on the right road to take the granddaughter of my master’s brother for his son. 49<a href="/hebrew/6258.htm" title="6258: wə·‘at·tāh (Conj-w:: Adv) -- Now. From eth; at this time, whether adverb, conjunction or expletive.">Now</a> <a href="/hebrew/518.htm" title="518: ’im- (Conj) -- If. A primitive particle; used very widely as demonstrative, lo!">if</a> <a href="/hebrew/3426.htm" title="3426: yeš·ḵem (Adv:: 2mp) -- Being, substance, existence, is. ">you will</a> <a href="/hebrew/6213.htm" title="6213: ‘ō·śîm (V-Qal-Prtcpl-mp) -- To do, make. A primitive root; to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application.">show</a> <a href="/hebrew/2617.htm" title="2617: ḥe·seḏ (N-ms) -- Kindness, piety, reproof, beauty. From chacad; kindness; by implication piety: rarely reproof, or Beauty.">kindness</a> <a href="/hebrew/571.htm" title="571: we·’ĕ·meṯ (Conj-w:: N-fs) -- Firmness, faithfulness, truth. Contracted from 'aman; stability; certainty, truth, trustworthiness.">and faithfulness</a> <a href="/hebrew/854.htm" title="854: ’eṯ- (Prep) -- With (denoting proximity). Probably from 'anah; properly, nearness, near; hence, generally, with, by, at, among, etc.">to</a> <a href="/hebrew/113.htm" title="113: ’ă·ḏō·nî (N-msc:: 1cs) -- Lord. Or adon; from an unused root; sovereign, i.e. Controller.">my master,</a> <a href="/hebrew/5046.htm" title="5046: hag·gî·ḏū (V-Hifil-Imp-mp) -- To be conspicuous. ">tell</a> <a href="/hebrew/lî (Prep:: 1cs) -- ">me;</a> <a href="/hebrew/518.htm" title="518: wə·’im- (Conj) -- If. A primitive particle; used very widely as demonstrative, lo!">but if</a> <a href="/hebrew/3808.htm" title="3808: lō (Adv-NegPrt) -- Not. Or lowi; or loh; a primitive particle; not; by implication, no; often used with other particles.">not,</a> <a href="/hebrew/5046.htm" title="5046: hag·gî·ḏū (V-Hifil-Imp-mp) -- To be conspicuous. ">let me know,</a> <a href="/hebrew/lî (Prep:: 1cs) -- "></a> <a href="/hebrew/6437.htm" title="6437: wə·’ep̄·neh (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConjImperf.h-1cs) -- To turn. A primitive root; to turn; by implication, to face, i.e. Appear, look, etc.">so that I may go</a> <a href="/hebrew/5921.htm" title="5921: ‘al- (Prep) -- Properly, the same as al used as a preposition; above, over, upon, or against in a great variety of applications.">elsewhere.”</a> <a href="/hebrew/3225.htm" title="3225: yā·mîn (N-fs) -- Right hand. From yaman; the right hand or side of a person or other object; locally, the south."></a> <a href="/hebrew/176.htm" title="176: ’ōw (Conj) -- Or. Presumed to be the constructive or genitival form of -av; short for 'avvah; desire; hence or, also if."></a> <a href="/hebrew/5921.htm" title="5921: ‘al- (Prep) -- Properly, the same as al used as a preposition; above, over, upon, or against in a great variety of applications."></a> <a href="/hebrew/8040.htm" title="8040: śə·mōl (N-ms) -- The left. "></a> 50Laban and Bethuel answered, “This is from the LORD; we have no choice in the matter.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/ruth/3-10.htm">Ruth 3:10-11</a> Then Boaz said, “May the LORD bless you, my daughter. You have shown more kindness now than before, because you have not run after the younger men, whether rich or poor. / And now do not be afraid, my daughter. I will do for you whatever you request, since all my fellow townspeople know that you are a woman of noble character. <a href="/proverbs/3-27.htm">Proverbs 3:27-28</a> Do not withhold good from the deserving when it is within your power to act. / Do not tell your neighbor, “Come back tomorrow and I will provide”—when you already have the means. <a href="/joshua/2-12.htm">Joshua 2:12-14</a> Now therefore, please swear to me by the LORD that you will indeed show kindness to my family, because I showed kindness to you. Give me a sure sign / that you will spare the lives of my father and mother, my brothers and sisters, and all who belong to them, and that you will deliver us from death.” / “Our lives for your lives!” the men agreed. “If you do not report our mission, we will show you kindness and faithfulness when the LORD gives us the land.” <a href="/1_samuel/20-14.htm">1 Samuel 20:14-15</a> And as long as I live, treat me with the LORD’s loving devotion, that I may not die, / and do not ever cut off your loving devotion from my household—not even when the LORD cuts off every one of David’s enemies from the face of the earth.” <a href="/1_kings/2-7.htm">1 Kings 2:7</a> But show loving devotion to the sons of Barzillai the Gileadite, and let them be among those who eat at your table, because they stood by me when I fled from your brother Absalom. <a href="/2_samuel/9-1.htm">2 Samuel 9:1-7</a> Then David asked, “Is there anyone left from the house of Saul to whom I can show kindness for the sake of Jonathan?” / And there was a servant of the house of Saul named Ziba. They summoned him to David, and the king inquired, “Are you Ziba?” “I am your servant,” he replied. / So the king asked, “Is there anyone left of the house of Saul to whom I can show the kindness of God?” Ziba answered, “There is still Jonathan’s son, who is lame in both feet.” ... <a href="/exodus/34-6.htm">Exodus 34:6-7</a> Then the LORD passed in front of Moses and called out: “The LORD, the LORD God, is compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in loving devotion and faithfulness, / maintaining loving devotion to a thousand generations, forgiving iniquity, transgression, and sin. Yet He will by no means leave the guilty unpunished; He will visit the iniquity of the fathers on their children and grandchildren to the third and fourth generations.” <a href="/nehemiah/9-17.htm">Nehemiah 9:17</a> They refused to listen and failed to remember the wonders You performed among them. They stiffened their necks and appointed a leader to return them to their bondage in Egypt. But You are a forgiving God, gracious and compassionate, slow to anger and rich in loving devotion, and You did not forsake them. <a href="/psalms/25-10.htm">Psalm 25:10</a> All the LORD’s ways are loving and faithful to those who keep His covenant and His decrees. <a href="/psalms/36-5.htm">Psalm 36:5</a> Your loving devotion, O LORD, reaches to the heavens, Your faithfulness to the clouds. <a href="/psalms/89-1.htm">Psalm 89:1-2</a> A Maskil of Ethan the Ezrahite. I will sing of the loving devotion of the LORD forever; with my mouth I will proclaim Your faithfulness to all generations. / For I have said, “Loving devotion is built up forever; in the heavens You establish Your faithfulness.” <a href="/matthew/5-37.htm">Matthew 5:37</a> Simply let your ‘Yes’ be ‘Yes,’ and your ‘No,’ ‘No.’ Anything more comes from the evil one. <a href="/matthew/7-7.htm">Matthew 7:7-8</a> Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and the door will be opened to you. / For everyone who asks receives; he who seeks finds; and to him who knocks, the door will be opened. <a href="/luke/6-31.htm">Luke 6:31</a> Do to others as you would have them do to you. <a href="/luke/11-9.htm">Luke 11:9-10</a> So I tell you: Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and the door will be opened to you. / For everyone who asks receives; he who seeks finds; and to him who knocks, the door will be opened.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>And now if you will deal kindly and truly with my master, tell me: and if not, tell me; that I may turn to the right hand, or to the left.now if.<a href="/genesis/47-29.htm">Genesis 47:29</a> And the time drew nigh that Israel must die: and he called his son Joseph, and said unto him, If now I have found grace in thy sight, put, I pray thee, thy hand under my thigh, and deal kindly and truly with me; bury me not, I pray thee, in Egypt:<a href="/joshua/2-14.htm">Joshua 2:14</a> And the men answered her, Our life for yours, if ye utter not this our business. And it shall be, when the LORD hath given us the land, that we will deal kindly and truly with thee.deal kindly and truly.<a href="/genesis/32-10.htm">Genesis 32:10</a> I am not worthy of the least of all the mercies, and of all the truth, which thou hast shewed unto thy servant; for with my staff I passed over this Jordan; and now I am become two bands.<a href="/proverbs/3-3.htm">Proverbs 3:3</a> Let not mercy and truth forsake thee: bind them about thy neck; write them upon the table of thine heart:that I.<a href="/numbers/20-17.htm">Numbers 20:17</a> Let us pass, I pray thee, through thy country: we will not pass through the fields, or through the vineyards, neither will we drink of the water of the wells: we will go by the king's high way, we will not turn to the right hand nor to the left, until we have passed thy borders.<a href="/deuteronomy/2-27.htm">Deuteronomy 2:27</a> Let me pass through thy land: I will go along by the high way, I will neither turn unto the right hand nor to the left.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/genesis/24-41.htm">Clear</a> <a href="/genesis/24-12.htm">Deal</a> <a href="/hebrews/12-7.htm">Dealing</a> <a href="/genesis/24-23.htm">Declare</a> <a href="/genesis/24-27.htm">Faithfulness</a> <a href="/genesis/24-42.htm">Good</a> <a href="/genesis/24-18.htm">Hand</a> <a href="/genesis/24-12.htm">Kindly</a> <a href="/genesis/24-27.htm">Kindness</a> <a href="/genesis/21-23.htm">Loyally</a> <a href="/genesis/24-48.htm">Master</a> <a href="/genesis/22-9.htm">Order</a> <a href="/genesis/24-48.htm">Right</a> <a href="/genesis/24-12.htm">Show</a> <a href="/genesis/24-6.htm">Turn</a> <a href="/genesis/24-48.htm">Way</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/genesis/26-9.htm">Clear</a> <a href="/genesis/32-9.htm">Deal</a> <a href="/exodus/21-8.htm">Dealing</a> <a href="/genesis/26-32.htm">Declare</a> <a href="/genesis/32-10.htm">Faithfulness</a> <a href="/genesis/24-50.htm">Good</a> <a href="/genesis/25-26.htm">Hand</a> <a href="/genesis/34-3.htm">Kindly</a> <a href="/genesis/32-10.htm">Kindness</a> <a href="/1_kings/2-7.htm">Loyally</a> <a href="/genesis/24-54.htm">Master</a> <a href="/genesis/25-13.htm">Order</a> <a href="/genesis/25-22.htm">Right</a> <a href="/genesis/40-14.htm">Show</a> <a href="/genesis/27-44.htm">Turn</a> <a href="/genesis/24-50.htm">Way</a><div class="vheading2">Genesis 24</div>1. <a href="/genesis/24-1.htm">Abraham swears his servant.</a> 10. <a href="/genesis/24-10.htm">The servant's journey.</a> 12. <a href="/genesis/24-12.htm">His prayer.</a> 14. <a href="/genesis/24-14.htm">His sign.</a> 15. <a href="/genesis/24-15.htm">Rebekah meets him;</a> 18. <a href="/genesis/24-18.htm">fulfils his sign;</a> 22. <a href="/genesis/24-22.htm">receives jewels;</a> 23. <a href="/genesis/24-23.htm">shows her kindred;</a> 25. <a href="/genesis/24-25.htm">and invites him home.</a> 26. <a href="/genesis/24-26.htm">The servant blesses God.</a> 29. <a href="/genesis/24-29.htm">Laban entertains him.</a> 34. <a href="/genesis/24-34.htm">The servant shows his message.</a> 50. <a href="/genesis/24-50.htm">Laban and Bethuel approve it.</a> 58. <a href="/genesis/24-58.htm">Rebekah consents to go, and departs.</a> 62. <a href="/genesis/24-62.htm">Isaac meets and marries her.</a> </div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/genesis/24.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/genesis/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/genesis/24.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>Now if you will show kindness and faithfulness to my master, This phrase is spoken by Abraham's servant, who is on a mission to find a wife for Isaac. The terms "kindness" and "faithfulness" are significant in the Hebrew context, often translated from "chesed" and "emet," which denote covenant loyalty and steadfast love. These qualities are central to God's character as seen in <a href="/exodus/34-6.htm">Exodus 34:6</a>. The servant is appealing to these virtues, which are foundational in relationships and covenants, reflecting the covenantal relationship between God and His people.tell me; The servant seeks a clear response, emphasizing the importance of direct communication in ancient Near Eastern negotiations. This reflects the cultural practice of making intentions known in a straightforward manner, which is crucial in forming alliances and agreements. The servant's request for clarity underscores the seriousness of his mission and the need for a decisive answer.but if not, let me know, The servant's request for a negative response if necessary shows respect for the autonomy of Rebekah's family. It highlights the cultural norm of seeking family consent in marriage arrangements, which was a common practice in patriarchal societies. This also reflects the biblical principle of free will, where individuals are given the choice to accept or reject God's plans, as seen in <a href="/deuteronomy/30-19.htm">Deuteronomy 30:19</a>.so that I may go elsewhere.” The servant's readiness to seek another option if refused demonstrates his commitment to fulfilling his mission for Abraham. It also reflects the broader biblical theme of God's providence and guidance, as seen in <a href="/proverbs/16-9.htm">Proverbs 16:9</a>, where human plans are subject to divine direction. This phrase can be seen as a type of Christ, who, like the servant, was sent by the Father to seek a bride—the Church—and who respects human freedom in accepting or rejecting His offer of salvation.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/a/abraham.htm">Abraham</a> - The patriarch of the Israelites, who sent his servant to find a wife for his son Isaac. 2. <a href="/topical/e/eliezer.htm">Eliezer (the servant)</a> - Abraham's trusted servant, tasked with finding a wife for Isaac from Abraham's relatives. 3. <a href="/topical/r/rebekah.htm">Rebekah</a> - The woman chosen to be Isaac's wife, demonstrating God's providence and guidance. 4. <a href="/topical/l/laban_and_bethuel.htm">Laban and Bethuel</a> - Rebekah's brother and father, who are approached by Eliezer to discuss the marriage proposal. 5. <a href="/topical/n/nahor's_city.htm">Nahor's City</a> - The place where Abraham's servant traveled to find a wife for Isaac, representing Abraham's familial roots.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/k/kindness_and_faithfulness_as_covenant_values.htm">Kindness and Faithfulness as Covenant Values</a> The request for kindness and faithfulness reflects covenant values that are essential in relationships, both human and divine. <a href="/topical/s/seeking_god's_guidance_in_decisions.htm">Seeking God's Guidance in Decisions</a> Eliezer's journey and prayerful approach highlight the importance of seeking God's guidance in major life decisions. <a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_family_in_god's_plan.htm">The Role of Family in God's Plan</a> The involvement of Rebekah's family underscores the significance of family in God's unfolding plan and the importance of honoring familial relationships. <a href="/topical/f/faith_in_action.htm">Faith in Action</a> Abraham's faith is demonstrated through his servant's mission, showing that faith often requires action and trust in God's provision. <a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_clear_communication.htm">The Importance of Clear Communication</a> Eliezer's direct question to Laban and Bethuel emphasizes the need for clear and honest communication in relationships and decision-making.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_genesis_24.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Genesis 24</a> <a href="/q/bible's_view_on_poverty_and_wealth.htm">What does the Bible say about poverty and wealth?</a> <a href="/q/how_does_genesis_24_align_with_culture.htm">How do we reconcile the swift betrothal (Genesis 24:49-58) with known cultural practices, and is there sufficient external corroboration for such an event?</a> <a href="/q/is_abraham's_servant's_journey_plausible.htm">How historically plausible is it that Abraham's servant traveled such a long distance (Genesis 24:10) with little mention of logistical challenges or hardships?</a> <a href="/q/how_to_effectively_share_the_gospel.htm">Is wealth and fame appropriate for Christians?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a> <a href="/commentaries/genesis/24-49.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div>Now וְ֠עַתָּה (wə·‘at·tāh) Conjunctive waw | Adverb <a href="/hebrew/strongs_6258.htm">Strong's 6258: </a> At this time if אִם־ (’im-) Conjunction <a href="/hebrew/strongs_518.htm">Strong's 518: </a> Lo!, whether?, if, although, Oh that!, when, not you will יֶשְׁכֶ֨ם (yeš·ḵem) Adverb | second person masculine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3426.htm">Strong's 3426: </a> Being, substance, existence, is show עֹשִׂ֜ים (‘ō·śîm) Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_6213.htm">Strong's 6213: </a> To do, make kindness חֶ֧סֶד (ḥe·seḏ) Noun - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_2617.htm">Strong's 2617: </a> Kindness, piety, reproof, beauty and faithfulness וֶֽאֱמֶ֛ת (we·’ĕ·meṯ) Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_571.htm">Strong's 571: </a> Stability, certainty, truth, trustworthiness to אֶת־ (’eṯ-) Preposition <a href="/hebrew/strongs_854.htm">Strong's 854: </a> Nearness, near, with, by, at, among my master, אֲדֹנִ֖י (’ă·ḏō·nî) Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_113.htm">Strong's 113: </a> Sovereign, controller tell הַגִּ֣ידוּ (hag·gî·ḏū) Verb - Hifil - Imperative - masculine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5046.htm">Strong's 5046: </a> To be conspicuous me; לִ֑י (lî) Preposition | first person common singular <a href="/hebrew/.htm">Strong's Hebrew</a> but if וְאִם־ (wə·’im-) Conjunctive waw | Conjunction <a href="/hebrew/strongs_518.htm">Strong's 518: </a> Lo!, whether?, if, although, Oh that!, when, not not, לֹ֕א (lō) Adverb - Negative particle <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3808.htm">Strong's 3808: </a> Not, no let me know, הַגִּ֣ידוּ (hag·gî·ḏū) Verb - Hifil - Imperative - masculine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5046.htm">Strong's 5046: </a> To be conspicuous so that I may go וְאֶפְנֶ֥ה (wə·’ep̄·neh) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive imperfect Cohortative if contextual - first person common singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_6437.htm">Strong's 6437: </a> To turn, to face, appear, look elsewhere.” עַל־ (‘al-) Preposition <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5921.htm">Strong's 5921: </a> Above, over, upon, against <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/genesis/24-49.htm">Genesis 24:49 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/genesis/24-49.htm">Genesis 24:49 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/genesis/24-49.htm">Genesis 24:49 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/genesis/24-49.htm">Genesis 24:49 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/genesis/24-49.htm">Genesis 24:49 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/genesis/24-49.htm">Genesis 24:49 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/genesis/24-49.htm">Genesis 24:49 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/genesis/24-49.htm">Genesis 24:49 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/genesis/24-49.htm">Genesis 24:49 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/genesis/24-49.htm">Genesis 24:49 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/genesis/24-49.htm">OT Law: Genesis 24:49 Now if you will deal kindly (Gen. 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