Genesis 24:26

26 Then the man knelt down and 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 "My father is Bethuel son of Nahor and Milcah," she answered.
25 "There is plenty of straw and fodder at our house, and there is a place for you to stay."
26 Then the man knelt down and worshiped the Lord.
27 He said, "Praise the Lord, the God of my master Abraham, who has faithfully kept his promise to my master. The Lord has led me straight to my master's relatives."
28 The young woman ran to her mother's house and told the whole story.
Scripture taken from the Good News Translation - Second Edition, Copyright 1992 by American Bible Society. Used by Permission.