Genesis 24:26

26 Then the man bowed down his head and worshipped 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 And she said unto him, I am the daughter of Bethuel the son of Milcah, whom she gave birth unto Nahor.

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

26 Then the man bowed down his head and worshipped the LORD.

27 And he said, Blessed be the LORD, God of my master Abraham, who has not lifted his mercy and his truth from my master, the LORD leading me in the way to the house of my master’s brethren.

28 And the damsel ran and told those of her mother’s house these things.