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NASB | Genesis 24:5 The servant said to him, "Suppose the woman is not willing to follow me to this land; should I take your son back to the land from where you came?" |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Genesis 24:5 The servant said to him, "Suppose the woman will not be willing to follow me back to this country; should I take your son back to the country from which you came?" |
Bible Question:
Gen 24:5,6 "The servant said to him, "Suppose the woman is not willing to follow me to this land; should I take your son back to the land from where you came?" Then Abraham said to him, "Beware that you do not take my son back there!" What's going on here? Is not Isaac old enough at this time to take charge of the household when Abraham leaves? Is Abraham speaking as if Isaac is not ready to take charge yet, and that Eliezer (15:2) would lead the household until Isaac is ready? Has anyone seen any commentary on this passage addressing this question? Peace, |
Bible Answer: Greetings Lionstrong! The question I am prompted to ask to further understand this passage is why did Abraham issue this warning? "Beware that you do not take my son back there!" Perhaps this is an admonition for those who are "in charge" that they faithfully fulfill the will of their "Master!" I don't see this as an authority issue as much as it is an obedience one. Remember that Abram was called to come out of Ur,(see Gen 11:27-12:1; Neh 9:7) just as we are called today to come out of sin and into a love relationship with Jesus. Those who are charged with our care and instruction would do well to heed the warning Abraham issues to his servant. Just my personal observations from this passage! Blessings, Mommapbs |
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