KJV ORIGINAL
Behold, I stand by the well of water; and it shall come to pass, that when the virgin cometh forth to draw water, and I say to her, Give me, I pray thee, a little water of thy pitcher to drink;
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Look, I'm standing here by this well of water. When a young woman comes out to draw water, I will say to her, 'Please, could you give me a little water from your jar to drink?'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Abraham's servant is describing his plan to ask God for a sign by requesting water from a young woman at the well.
📚 Historical Context
This is Abraham's servant speaking to God, asking for a clear sign to identify the right wife for Isaac. In ancient Middle Eastern culture, drawing water from wells was typically women's work, and hospitality to strangers was a highly valued virtue. The servant is setting up a test that would reveal both the woman's character and God's guidance.
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