Genesis 24:59 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

And they sent away Rebekah their sister, and her nurse, and Abraham’s servant, and his men.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

So they sent Rebekah their sister on her journey, along with her nurse, Abraham's servant, and his men.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse shows Rebekah's family sending her off with Abraham's servant to marry Isaac, marking the beginning of her new life.

📚 Historical Context

This occurs after Rebekah's family agreed to let her marry Isaac, Abraham's son. In ancient Middle Eastern culture, it was customary for a bride to travel with a nurse or trusted attendant when leaving her family home. Abraham had sent his most trusted servant with gifts and men to find a wife for Isaac from among his relatives.

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