And he said, Come in, thou blessed of the LORD; wherefore standest thou without? for I have prepared the house, and room for the camels.
And he said, 'Come in, you who are blessed by the LORD! Why are you standing outside? I have prepared the house, and there's room for the camels too.'
Laban is warmly welcoming Abraham's servant into his home, recognizing God's blessing on him and offering hospitality for both the servant and his animals.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Genesis, Abraham sends his servant on a mission to find a wife for his son Isaac from his own family line, and the servant encounters Rebekah at a well, leading him to her brother Laban's home. When Laban sees the servant and hears of his journey, he extends hospitality, calling him blessed by the Lord, which highlights the cultural importance of welcoming travelers in ancient Near Eastern societies. This act underscores the biblical theme of God's providence guiding human interactions and decisions.
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