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She said, "Drink, my lord." She hurried, and let down her pitcher on her hand, and gave him drink.
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Character Revealed in Action
Commentators emphasize that Rebekah's immediate and cheerful service is a direct answer to the servant's prayer. Matthew Henry notes that her actions revealed the ideal character for a wife: humble, industrious, serviceable, and hospitable. She didn't hesitate but "hasted" to help, showing that godly character is proven in simple, everyday acts of kindness.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
26. קרד qādad — “bow the head.” השׁתחוה shâchâh — “bow the body.”
29. לבן lābān — “Laban, white.”
In this circum…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And she said, drink, my lord Signifying at once that he was welcome to drink what he would, giving him a very honourable …
Abraham's servant devoutly acknowledged God. We are permitted to be specific in entrusting our affairs to the care of Divine providence. He propose…