Genesis 24:26

26 Then the man bowed down, worshiped the Lord,

Genesis 24:26 Meaning and Commentary

Genesis 24:26

And the man bowed down his head
To show what a deep sense he had of the divine goodness, and in humble acknowledgment of the favours he had received in being thus providentially directed: and worshipped the Lord;
gave thanks unto him, that he had thus far prospered him, hoping and believing that things were in good forwardness, according to his master's mind and will.

Genesis 24:26 In-Context

24 She answered him, "I am the daughter of Bethuel son of Milcah, whom she bore to Nahor."

25 She also said to him, "We have plenty of straw and feed, and a place to spend the night."

26 Then the man bowed down, worshiped the Lord,

27 and said, "Praise the Lord, the God of my master Abraham, who has not withheld His kindness and faithfulness from my master. As for me, the Lord has led me on the journey to the house of my master's relatives."

28 The girl ran and told her mother's household about these things.