Genesis 24:57

57 They said, "Summon the young woman, and let's ask her opinion."

Genesis 24:57 Meaning and Commentary

Genesis 24:57

And they said, we will call the damsel
Who perhaps through modesty had withdrawn herself to her own apartment, while the man and her friends were discoursing on this subject: and inquire at her mouth;
what she says to it, whether willing to go directly or not; the matter in question was referred to her, and left to her decision.

Genesis 24:57 In-Context

55 Her brother and mother said, "Let the young woman stay with us not more than ten days, and after that she may go."

56 But he said to them, "Don't delay me. The LORD has made my trip successful. See me off so that I can go to my master."

57 They said, "Summon the young woman, and let's ask her opinion."

58 They called Rebekah and said to her, "Will you go with this man?" She said, "I will go."

59 So they sent off their sister Rebekah, her nurse, Abraham's servant, and his men.