Genesis 24:26

26 The man knelt, bowing to the LORD with his face touching the ground.

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'm the daughter of Bethuel, son of Milcah and Nahor.
25 We have plenty of straw and feed [for your camels] and room for you to spend the night."
26 The man knelt, bowing to the LORD with his face touching the ground.
27 He said, "Praise the LORD, the God of my master Abraham. The LORD hasn't failed to be kind and faithful to my master. The LORD has led me on this trip to the home of my master's relatives."
28 The girl ran and told her mother's household about these things.
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