Genesis 24:35
Genesis 24:35 in Multiple Translations
“The LORD has greatly blessed my master, and he has become rich. He has given him sheep and cattle, silver and gold, menservants and maidservants, camels and donkeys.
And the LORD hath blessed my master greatly; and he is become great: and he hath given him flocks, and herds, and silver, and gold, and menservants, and maidservants, and camels, and asses.
And Jehovah hath blessed my master greatly; and he is become great: and he hath given him flocks and herds, and silver and gold, and men-servants and maid-servants, and camels and asses.
The Lord has given my master every blessing, and he has become great: he has given him flocks and herds and silver and gold, and men-servants and women-servants and camels and asses.
“The Lord has blessed my master so much, and now he is a wealthy and powerful man. The Lord has given him sheep and cattle, silver and gold, male and female servants, and camels and donkeys.
And the Lord hath blessed my master wonderfully, that he is become great: for he hath giuen him sheepe, and beeues, and siluer, and golde, and men seruants, and maide seruants, and camels, and asses.
and Jehovah hath blessed my lord exceedingly, and he is great; and He giveth to him flock, and herd, and silver, and gold, and men-servants, and maid-servants, and camels, and asses;
The LORD has blessed my master greatly. He has become great. The LORD has given him flocks and herds, silver and gold, male servants and female servants, and camels and donkeys.
And the LORD hath blessed my master greatly, and he is become great: and he hath given him flocks, and herds, and silver, and gold, and men-servants, and maid-servants, and camels, and asses.
And the Lord hath blessed my master wonderfully, and he is become great: and he hath given him sheep and oxen, silver and gold, men servants and women servants, camels and asses.
Yahweh has greatly blessed my master so that he has become very rich. Yahweh has given him many sheep and cattle, a lot of gold and silver, male and female servants, camels and donkeys.
His God Yahweh is really good to him, and now Abraham is very rich. Yes, God gave him a lot of sheep, and cows, and camels, and donkeys, and a lot of silver and gold. God also gave him a lot of men and women to work for him.
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Genesis 24:35 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יהוָ֞ה
בֵּרַ֧ךְ
אֶת
אֲדֹנִ֛/י
מְאֹ֖ד
וַ/יִּגְדָּ֑ל
וַ/יִּתֶּן
ל֞/וֹ
צֹ֤אן
וּ/בָקָר֙
וְ/כֶ֣סֶף
וְ/זָהָ֔ב
וַ/עֲבָדִם֙
וּ/שְׁפָחֹ֔ת
וּ/גְמַלִּ֖ים
וַ/חֲמֹרִֽים
וַ/יהוָ֞ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
Conj | N-proper
בֵּרַ֧ךְ
bârak
H1288
to bless
V-Piel-Perf-3ms
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
אֲדֹנִ֛/י
ʼâdôwn
H113
lord
N-ms | Suff
מְאֹ֖ד
mᵉʼôd
H3966
much
Adv
וַ/יִּגְדָּ֑ל
gâdal
H1431
to magnify
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
וַ/יִּתֶּן
nâthan
H5414
to give
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
ל֞/וֹ
Prep | Suff
צֹ֤אן
tsôʼn
H6629
Sheep (Gate)
N-cs
וּ/בָקָר֙
bâqâr
H1241
cattle
Conj | N-cs
וְ/כֶ֣סֶף
keçeph
H3701
silver
Conj | N-ms
וְ/זָהָ֔ב
zâhâb
H2091
gold
Conj | N-ms
וַ/עֲבָדִם֙
ʻebed
H5650
servant/slave
Conj | N-mp
וּ/שְׁפָחֹ֔ת
shiphchâh
H8198
maidservant
Conj | N-fp
וּ/גְמַלִּ֖ים
gâmâl
H1581
camel
Conj | N-mp
וַ/חֲמֹרִֽים
chămôwr
H2543
donkey
Conj | N-cp
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Hebrew Word Reference — Genesis 24:35
וַ/יהוָ֞ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
Conj | N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.
בֵּרַ֧ךְ
bârak
H1288
"to bless"
V-Piel-Perf-3ms
To bless means to praise or honor God, often by kneeling in worship. In the Bible, people bless God and God blesses people, showing favor and care for them, as seen in the story of Abraham and his descendants.
Definition: 1) to bless, kneel 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to kneel 1a2) to bless 1b) (Niphal) to be blessed, bless oneself 1c) (Piel) to bless 1d) (Pual) to be blessed, be adored 1e) (Hiphil) to cause to kneel 1f) (Hithpael) to bless oneself 2) (TWOT) to praise, salute, curse Aramaic equivalent: be.rakh (בְּרַךְ "to bless" H1289)
Usage: Occurs in 289 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] abundantly, [idiom] altogether, [idiom] at all, blaspheme, bless, congratulate, curse, [idiom] greatly, [idiom] indeed, kneel (down), praise, salute, [idiom] still, thank. See also: Genesis 1:22; Deuteronomy 24:19; Job 2:9.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
אֲדֹנִ֛/י
ʼâdôwn
H113
"lord"
N-ms | Suff
The Hebrew word ʼâdôwn refers to a lord or master, and can be used to describe human leaders or God. It emphasizes the person's power and control over others or things, and is often translated as lord or master.
Definition: 1) firm, strong, lord, master 1a) lord, master 1a1) reference to men 1a1a) superintendent of household, of affairs 1a1b) master 1a1c) king 1a2) reference to God 1a2a) the Lord God 1a2b) Lord of the whole earth 1b) lords, kings 1b1) reference to men 1b1a) proprietor of hill of Samaria 1b1b) master 1b1c) husband 1b1d) prophet 1b1e) governor 1b1f) prince 1b1g) king 1b2) reference to God 1b2a) Lord of lords (probably = "thy husband, Yahweh") 1c) my lord, my master 1c1) reference to men 1c1a) master 1c1b) husband 1c1c) prophet 1c1d) prince 1c1e) king 1c1f) father 1c1g) Moses 1c1h) priest 1c1i) theophanic angel 1c1j) captain 1c1k) general recognition of superiority 1c2) reference to God 1c2a) my Lord, my Lord and my God 1c2b) Adonai (parallel with Yahweh)
Usage: Occurs in 281 OT verses. KJV: lord, master, owner. Compare also names beginning with 'Adoni-'. See also: Genesis 18:3; 1 Samuel 25:30; 2 Kings 6:5.
מְאֹ֖ד
mᵉʼôd
H3966
"much"
Adv
Meod means 'much' or 'very' and is used to emphasize something. It can mean 'exceedingly' or 'greatly' and is often used to show strong feelings or actions.
Definition: adv 1) exceedingly, much subst 2) might, force, abundance n m 3) muchness, force, abundance, exceedingly 3a) force, might 3b) exceedingly, greatly, very (idioms showing magnitude or degree) 3b1) exceedingly 3b2) up to abundance, to a great degree, exceedingly 3b3) with muchness, muchness
Usage: Occurs in 278 OT verses. KJV: diligently, especially, exceeding(-ly), far, fast, good, great(-ly), [idiom] louder and louder, might(-ily, -y), (so) much, quickly, (so) sore, utterly, very ([phrase] much, sore), well. See also: Genesis 1:31; 1 Samuel 11:6; Psalms 6:4.
וַ/יִּגְדָּ֑ל
gâdal
H1431
"to magnify"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
To make something or someone great, important, or powerful. This Hebrew word means to magnify or grow, and is used in the Bible to describe God's power and greatness. The KJV translates it as 'magnify' or 'great'.
Definition: 1) to grow, become great or important, promote, make powerful, praise, magnify, do great things 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to grow up 1a2) to become great 1a3) to be magnified 1b) (Piel) 1b1) to cause to grow 1b2) to make great, powerful 1b3) to magnify 1c) (Pual) to be brought up 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to make great 1d2) to magnify 1d3) to do great things 1e) (Hithpael) to magnify oneself
Usage: Occurs in 112 OT verses. KJV: advance, boast, bring up, exceed, excellent, be(-come, do, give, make, wax), great(-er, come to... estate, [phrase] things), grow(up), increase, lift up, magnify(-ifical), be much set by, nourish (up), pass, promote, proudly (spoken), tower. See also: Genesis 12:2; Psalms 35:27; Psalms 18:51.
וַ/יִּתֶּן
nâthan
H5414
"to give"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
This word means to give, put, or set something, with a wide range of applications. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, describing God's actions and human interactions. The word is used to convey giving, selling, or exchanging something.
Definition: : give/deliver/send/produce 1) to give, put, set 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to give, bestow, grant, permit, ascribe, employ, devote, consecrate, dedicate, pay wages, sell, exchange, lend, commit, entrust, give over, deliver up, yield produce, occasion, produce, requite to, report, mention, utter, stretch out, extend 1a2) to put, set, put on, put upon, set, appoint, assign, designate 1a3) to make, constitute 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be given, be bestowed, be provided, be entrusted to, be granted to, be permitted, be issued, be published, be uttered, be assigned 1b2) to be set, be put, be made, be inflicted 1c) (Hophal) 1c1) to be given, be bestowed, be given up, be delivered up 1c2) to be put upon
Usage: Occurs in 1816 OT verses. KJV: add, apply, appoint, ascribe, assign, [idiom] avenge, [idiom] be (healed), bestow, bring (forth, hither), cast, cause, charge, come, commit, consider, count, [phrase] cry, deliver (up), direct, distribute, do, [idiom] doubtless, [idiom] without fail, fasten, frame, [idiom] get, give (forth, over, up), grant, hang (up), [idiom] have, [idiom] indeed, lay (unto charge, up), (give) leave, lend, let (out), [phrase] lie, lift up, make, [phrase] O that, occupy, offer, ordain, pay, perform, place, pour, print, [idiom] pull, put (forth), recompense, render, requite, restore, send (out), set (forth), shew, shoot forth (up), [phrase] sing, [phrase] slander, strike, (sub-) mit, suffer, [idiom] surely, [idiom] take, thrust, trade, turn, utter, [phrase] weep, [phrase] willingly, [phrase] withdraw, [phrase] would (to) God, yield. See also: Genesis 1:17; Genesis 40:21; Exodus 30:12.
ל֞/וֹ
""
Prep | Suff
צֹ֤אן
tsôʼn
H6629
"Sheep (Gate)"
N-cs
This word refers to a flock of sheep or goats, and is sometimes used to describe people in a figurative sense. It is also associated with the Sheep Gate in Jerusalem, a significant location in biblical times.
Definition: This name means sheep and goats Also named: probatikos (προβατικός "Sheep Gate" G4262)
Usage: Occurs in 247 OT verses. KJV: (small) cattle, flock ([phrase] -s), lamb ([phrase] -s), sheep(-cote, -fold, -shearer, -herds). See also: Genesis 4:2; Deuteronomy 28:31; Psalms 44:12.
וּ/בָקָר֙
bâqâr
H1241
"cattle"
Conj | N-cs
Domesticated cattle or oxen, used for work or sacrifice, like the animals used in the temple sacrifices in 1 Kings 8:63.
Definition: 1) cattle, herd, oxen, ox 1a) cattle (generic pl. but sing. in form-coll) 1b) herd (particular one) 1c) head of cattle (individually)
Usage: Occurs in 172 OT verses. KJV: beeve, bull ([phrase] -ock), [phrase] calf, [phrase] cow, great (cattle), [phrase] heifer, herd, kine, ox. See also: Genesis 12:16; Deuteronomy 8:13; Psalms 66:15.
וְ/כֶ֣סֶף
keçeph
H3701
"silver"
Conj | N-ms
Silver or money, often referring to payment or wealth, like the silver talents in Matthew 25. It can also describe silver as a valuable metal or ornament.
Definition: : money/payment/silver 1) silver, money 1a) silver 1a1) as metal 1a2) as ornament 1a3) as colour 1b) money, shekels, talents
Usage: Occurs in 343 OT verses. KJV: money, price, silver(-ling). See also: Genesis 13:2; Numbers 22:18; 2 Chronicles 1:17.
וְ/זָהָ֔ב
zâhâb
H2091
"gold"
Conj | N-ms
Gold is a valuable metal, also used to describe something yellow or brilliant, like oil or a clear sky. It is often mentioned in the Bible as a precious resource.
Definition: 1) gold 1a) as precious metal 1b) as a measure of weight 1c) of brilliance, splendour (fig.) Aramaic equivalent: de.hav (דְּהַב "gold" H1722)
Usage: Occurs in 336 OT verses. KJV: gold(-en), fair weather. See also: Genesis 2:11; Numbers 7:26; 1 Chronicles 28:17.
וַ/עֲבָדִם֙
ʻebed
H5650
"servant/slave"
Conj | N-mp
This word refers to a servant or slave, often in the context of serving God or a human master. It can also describe a prophet or Levite. The KJV translates it as bondage, bondman, or servant.
Definition: 1) slave, servant 1a) slave, servant, man-servant 1b) subjects 1c) servants, worshippers (of God) 1d) servant (in special sense as prophets, Levites etc) 1e) servant (of Israel) 1f) servant (as form of address between equals) Aramaic equivalent: a.vad (עֲבַד "servant/slave" H5649)
Usage: Occurs in 714 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] bondage, bondman, (bond-) servant, (man-) servant. See also: Genesis 9:25; Exodus 11:3; 1 Samuel 8:16.
וּ/שְׁפָחֹ֔ת
shiphchâh
H8198
"maidservant"
Conj | N-fp
A shiphchah was a female slave or servant in a household, often belonging to a mistress. This term is used to describe a lowly position, and is sometimes used as a term of humility or respect.
Definition: 1) maid, maid-servant, slavegirl 1a) maid, maid-servant (as belonging to a mistress) 1b) of address, speaker, humility (fig)
Usage: Occurs in 58 OT verses. KJV: (bond-, hand-) maid(-en, -servant), wench, bondwoman, womanservant. See also: Genesis 12:16; Ruth 2:13; Psalms 123:2.
וּ/גְמַלִּ֖ים
gâmâl
H1581
"camel"
Conj | N-mp
A camel, used for riding or carrying loads, is mentioned in the Bible as a valuable animal. In the KJV, it is translated simply as 'camel'.
Definition: 1) camel 1a) as property, as beast of burden, for riding, forbidden for food
Usage: Occurs in 51 OT verses. KJV: camel. See also: Genesis 12:16; Judges 6:5; Isaiah 21:7.
וַ/חֲמֹרִֽים
chămôwr
H2543
"donkey"
Conj | N-cp
The Hebrew word for a male donkey, it is translated as he ass in the KJV Bible. The name comes from the animal's reddish-brown color.
Definition: (he) ass
Usage: Occurs in 93 OT verses. KJV: (he) ass. See also: Genesis 12:16; Judges 6:4; Proverbs 26:3.
Study Notes — Genesis 24:35
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Context — Rebekah Is Chosen
33Then a meal was set before the man, but he said, “I will not eat until I have told you what I came to say.” So Laban said, “Please speak.”
34“I am Abraham’s servant,” he replied.
35“The LORD has greatly blessed my master, and he has become rich. He has given him sheep and cattle, silver and gold, menservants and maidservants, camels and donkeys.
36My master’s wife Sarah has borne him a son in her old age, and my master has given him everything he owns. 37My master made me swear an oath and said, ‘You shall not take a wife for my son from the daughters of the Canaanites in whose land I dwell,Cross References
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| 1 | Genesis 24:1 | By now Abraham was old and well along in years, and the LORD had blessed him in every way. |
| 2 | Genesis 13:2 | And Abram had become extremely wealthy in livestock and silver and gold. |
| 3 | Proverbs 10:22 | The blessing of the LORD enriches, and He adds no sorrow to it. |
| 4 | Psalms 107:38 | He blesses them, and they multiply greatly; He does not let their herds diminish. |
| 5 | Matthew 6:33 | But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added unto you. |
| 6 | Genesis 25:11 | After Abraham’s death, God blessed his son Isaac, who lived near Beer-lahai-roi. |
| 7 | Genesis 12:2 | I will make you into a great nation, and I will bless you; I will make your name great, so that you will be a blessing. |
| 8 | Genesis 12:16 | He treated Abram well on her account, and Abram acquired sheep and cattle, male and female donkeys, menservants and maidservants, and camels. |
| 9 | Psalms 18:35 | You have given me Your shield of salvation; Your right hand upholds me, and Your gentleness exalts me. |
| 10 | Proverbs 22:4 | The rewards of humility and the fear of the LORD are wealth and honor and life. |
Genesis 24:35 Summary
This verse tells us that God has greatly blessed Abraham, giving him many possessions and a large household. This is a sign of God's favor and faithfulness to Abraham, who has trusted and obeyed Him. Just like Abraham, we can trust God to provide for our needs and use our resources to serve Him and others, as seen in Matthew 6:33 and 2 Corinthians 9:6-11. By looking at Abraham's example, we can learn to be faithful stewards of what God has given us and to trust in His goodness and provision.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean that the LORD has greatly blessed Abraham?
The LORD's blessing on Abraham means that He has given Abraham many material possessions and a large household, as seen in Genesis 24:35, and also spiritual blessings, such as the promise of many descendants and a special relationship with God, as seen in Genesis 12:2-3 and Genesis 15:1-6.
Is Abraham's wealth a sign of his righteousness?
While Abraham's wealth may be a sign of God's blessing, it is not necessarily a direct sign of his righteousness, as seen in Luke 12:15, where Jesus warns against covetousness and materialism; rather, Abraham's faith and obedience to God are what truly matter, as seen in Genesis 15:6 and Romans 4:3.
What is the significance of the various possessions listed in Genesis 24:35?
The possessions listed, such as sheep, cattle, silver, and gold, represent the wealth and prosperity that God has given to Abraham, and they will also be used to support his son Isaac and the future of the covenant people, as seen in Genesis 25:5 and Genesis 26:12-14.
How does this verse relate to the overall story of Genesis?
Genesis 24:35 is part of the story of Abraham's servant finding a wife for Isaac, which is a key part of the larger narrative of God's promise to Abraham and his descendants, as seen in Genesis 12:1-3 and Genesis 17:1-14; this verse highlights God's faithfulness to Abraham and sets the stage for the next generation of the covenant people.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that God has blessed you, and how can you use those blessings to serve Him and others?
- How does the concept of God's blessing and provision challenge or comfort you in your current circumstances?
- What does this verse teach you about the relationship between faith, obedience, and material prosperity?
- How can you, like Abraham, trust God to provide for your needs and use your resources to further His kingdom?
Gill's Exposition on Genesis 24:35
And the Lord hath blessed my master greatly,.... With temporal blessings, after enumerated, which are of God, and are here ascribed to him, the Father, fountain, author, and giver of all such
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 24:35
And the LORD hath blessed my master greatly; and he is become great: and he hath given him flocks, and herds, and silver, and gold, and menservants, and maidservants, and camels, and asses.
Trapp's Commentary on Genesis 24:35
Genesis 24:35 And the LORD hath blessed my master greatly; and he is become great: and he hath given him flocks, and herds, and silver, and gold, and menservants, and maidservants, and camels, and asses.Ver. 35. And the Lord hath blessed my master.] Ministers, Christ’ s spokesmen, must likewise woo for Christ, by setting forth his great wealth; and not speak one word for Christ and two for themselves, as those did in Philippians 1:15. John Baptist was no such spokesman. It is the special office of the ministry to lay Christ open, to hold up the tapestry, and let men see him as he is set forth, that they may be sick of love; for otherwise, Christ is like to have but a cold suit of it.
Cambridge Bible on Genesis 24:35
35. hath blessed] Cf. Genesis 24:1. The servant recounts the wealth of Abraham of which we have heard in Genesis 12:16, Genesis 13:2. The servant’s first object is to represent that, from a worldly point of view, a marriage with Abraham’s son would be not only prudent, but desirable.
Sermons on Genesis 24:35
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(Genesis) Genesis 24:58 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher discusses a scene from the Bible where a servant is sent to find a bride for Isaac, the son of Abraham. The servant tells the family about Isaac's mira |
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(Genesis) Genesis 24:10-14 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of Abraham's servant who was sent to find a bride for Isaac. The servant prays to God for guidance and asks for a sign to help him |
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(Genesis) Genesis 24:32-35 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the relationship between Christ and the Church, using the analogy of the Church becoming the bride of Christ. He explains that the Father and |
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Week of Meetings 07 7 Facets of Love by James K. Boswell | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the deep love of Jesus and how it is the driving force behind everything. The love of Jesus is described as powerful and unchanging, always |
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A Bride for Christ by B.H. Clendennen | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on his own experiences and the challenges he has faced in life. He talks about the importance of perseverance and relying on God's strength to |
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Genesis #17 Ch. 23-26 a Prophecy to Rebekah by Chuck Missler | In this sermon, Chuck Misler continues his study of the book of Genesis, focusing on chapters 23 through 26. He begins by briefly mentioning the previous topics covered in the stud |
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(Genesis) Genesis 25:1-2 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on Genesis chapter 25, which covers the death of Abraham and the generations of Ishmael and Isaac. The chapter also highlights the birth of Jaco |