Genesis 24:26

26 The man bowed his head, 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 She said to him, "I am the daughter of Betu'el the son of Milkah, whom she bore to Nachor."

25 She said moreover to him, "We have both straw and provender enough, and room to lodge in."

26 The man bowed his head, and worshiped the LORD.

27 He said, "Blessed be the LORD, the God of my master Avraham, who has not forsaken his lovingkindness and his truth toward my master. As for me, the LORD has led me in the way to the house of my master's relatives."

28 The young lady ran, and told her mother's house about these words.