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24:1–9 The story of the marriage of Isaac and Rebekah is recorded in the longest chapter in the book of Genesis. Finding a proper spouse for Isaac was important for the future of Abraham’s descendants, who will bless the world. That God is the one by whom the oath is sworn (v. 3) and that he is the one who promised Abraham offspring (v. 7) emphasizes that he was actively involved in bringing Isaac and Rebekah together. After noting the divine blessing upon Abraham, as well as his advanced age, the narrative records Abraham’s making arrangements for his servant (probably Eliezer; cf. 15:2–3) to travel to Mesopotamia to obtain a wife for his son, Isaac, before Abraham blesses him (25:5). Abraham offers a double prohibition—Isaac’s wife must not be one of the surrounding Canaanites, whose morality is suspect, and Isaac must never go back to Mesopotamia since Canaan is the land of promise. Abraham’s servant takes an oath that he will seek a wife for Isaac. The servant assures Abraham that he will comply with the oath by placing his hand under Abraham’s thigh, near the circumcised organ of life (24:9).
24:10–27 This passage describes the servant’s journey to and meeting with Isaac’s future wife, Rebekah. The servant leads a large caravan: ten camels carry goods, which indicates that Abraham was prepared to offer a high price for his son’s wife. This high price aligns with ancient customs. Divine guidance becomes the leading theme of the story as the servant prays and God answers. The servant encounters Rebekah at a well in the evening, when the heat is less intense. Her character is sterling as she gives water to the stranger and his animals first before looking after her own needs (v. 14). She is morally pure (v. 16). Faithful instruction is on her tongue (Pr 31:26). When the servant is convinced that God has directed him to the right woman, he wastes no time in giving her expensive gifts. He finds out she is linked to Abraham’s family, since she is the granddaughter of Abraham’s brother Nahor (Ge 24:24; cf. 22:23).
24:28–60 When Rebekah shares the news about the man she met at the well, her brother Laban runs to meet him. The text implies that Laban responds with such haste in part because he has spotted the gold jewelry Rebekah is wearing. Before Abraham’s servant sits down to eat and enjoy Rebekah’s family’s hospitality, he tells his story to the family, particularly emphasizing God’s leading and guidance in his task of seeking a wife for Isaac. The family recognizes God’s leading in this account, and they agree to Rebekah’s marriage with Isaac. The servant pays the bride price, some of which he gives to Rebekah herself (v. 53). When the caravan departs, Rebekah’s family bless her with a blessing that echoes God’s blessing of Abraham after the near-sacrifice of Isaac (v. 60; cf. 22:17).
24:61–67 The chapter closes with the marriage of Isaac and Rebekah. She veils herself, as was the custom of the bride before a wedding. Isaac’s bringing Rebekah into ...
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Overview
The NIV Grace and Truth Bible has been compiled by a group of scholars and pastors who have taken great care to present the Gospel to all believers, whether they are new to the Christian faith or have been following Christ for most of their lives. The editorial team was led by the president of the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, Dr. R. Albert Mohler, who has dedicated his life to the faithful distribution of God’s Word throughout the world. The study and observational notes that fill this Bible have a passion and sincerity to them that compel you to read further; a merging of the earnestness in evangelizing the unbeliever and the compassion to warm the heart of a weary believer who has been battered by the struggles of life. A balance is found between the stark truth of God with His graciousness in our pain and this Bible will lead you into a lifelong study of God’s redemptive story.
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