And he said unto them, Hinder me not, seeing the LORD hath prospered my way; send me away that I may go to my master.
And he said to them, 'Don't delay me, since the LORD has made my journey successful; let me go so I can return to my master.'
Abraham's servant is asking Rebekah's family not to delay his departure because God has clearly blessed his mission to find a wife for Isaac.
📚 Historical Context
This occurs after Abraham's servant has successfully found Rebekah as a bride for Isaac, following clear signs from God. Ancient Middle Eastern hospitality customs often involved extended stays, but the servant recognizes God's timing and wants to complete his master's commission promptly. The servant had been sent on a crucial mission to find a wife for Isaac from Abraham's homeland rather than from the local Canaanite people.
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