Genesis 24 - Introduction

A.M. 2147. B.C. 1857.

We have here,

(1,) Abraham's care about the marrying of his son, and the charge he gave to his servant about it, Genesis 24:1.

(2,) His servant's journey into Abraham's country to seek a wife for his young master among his own relations, Genesis 24:10.

(3,) The kind providence which brought him acquainted with Rebekah, whose father was Isaac's cousin-german, Genesis 24:15.

(4,) The treaty of marriage with her relations, Genesis 24:29.

(5,) Their consent obtained, Genesis 24:50.

(6,) The happy meeting and marriage between Isaac and Rebekah, Genesis 24:61.