Genesis 24:7 Meaning and Explanation
“The LORD God of heaven, which took me from my father's house, and from the land of my kindred, and which spake unto me, and that sware unto me, saying, Unto thy seed will I give this land; he shall send his angel before thee, and thou shalt take a wife unto my son from thence.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Abraham appeals to God's faithfulness and promise, assuring the servant that the Lord will guide him to find a bride among his kinfolk.
The Context of Genesis 24:7
Abraham invokes divine providence to guide the servant's quest.
What Does Genesis 24:7 Mean?
Abraham recalls God's call that separated him from his kindred and promised him the land, now invoking that same God to send an angel before the servant. This appeal shows Abraham's faith that the same power that led him will lead his servant; God's past faithfulness becomes the foundation for confidence in the future mission.
The promise of the Lord's angel—divine guidance—transforms the errand from human enterprise alone into a venture accompanied by God's presence and direction.
Genesis 24:7 in the Original Language
sware (שָׁבַע, shavas) — to swear or make a covenant; God's binding commitment to Abraham's seed.
Frequently Asked Questions About Genesis 24:7
What does Genesis 24:7 mean?
Abraham appeals to God's faithfulness and promise, assuring the servant that the Lord will guide him to find a bride among his kinfolk.
What is the context of Genesis 24:7?
Abraham invokes divine providence to guide the servant's quest.