And they did eat and drink, he and the men that were with him, and tarried all night; and they rose up in the morning, and he said, Send me away unto my master.
So they ate and drank together—Abraham's servant and the men who were with him—and they stayed there all night. When they got up in the morning, the servant said, 'Please let me go back to my master.'
After completing his mission to find a wife for Isaac, Abraham's servant enjoys hospitality but is eager to return home with the good news.
📚 Historical Context
This occurs after Abraham's servant successfully found Rebekah as a bride for Isaac, following God's clear guidance through signs at the well. In ancient Middle Eastern culture, sharing a meal sealed agreements and showed acceptance between families. The servant's desire to leave quickly reflects both his faithfulness to Abraham and excitement to report his successful mission.
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