Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version She answered him, “I am the daughter of Bethuel, the son that Milkah bore to Nahor.” New Living Translation “I am the daughter of Bethuel,” she replied. “My grandparents are Nahor and Milcah. English Standard Version She said to him, “I am the daughter of Bethuel the son of Milcah, whom she bore to Nahor.” Berean Standard Bible She replied, “I am the daughter of Bethuel, the son that Milcah bore to Nahor.” King James Bible And she said unto him, I am the daughter of Bethuel the son of Milcah, which she bare unto Nahor. New King James Version So she said to him, “I am the daughter of Bethuel, Milcah’s son, whom she bore to Nahor.” New American Standard Bible She said to him, “I am the daughter of Bethuel, Milcah’s son, whom she bore to Nahor.” NASB 1995 She said to him, “I am the daughter of Bethuel, the son of Milcah, whom she bore to Nahor.” NASB 1977 And she said to him, “I am the daughter of Bethuel, the son of Milcah, whom she bore to Nahor.” Legacy Standard Bible And she said to him, “I am the daughter of Bethuel, the son of Milcah, whom she bore to Nahor.” Amplified Bible And she said to him, “I am the daughter of Bethuel, Milcah’s son, whom she bore to [her husband] Nahor.” Christian Standard Bible She answered him, “I am the daughter of Bethuel son of Milcah, whom she bore to Nahor.” Holman Christian Standard Bible She answered him, “I am the daughter of Bethuel son of Milcah, whom she bore to Nahor.” American Standard Version And she said unto him, I am the daughter of Bethuel the son of Milcah, whom she bare unto Nahor. Contemporary English Version She answered, "My father is Bethuel, the son of Nahor and Milcah. English Revised Version And she said unto him, I am the daughter of Bethuel the son of Milcah, which she bare unto Nahor. GOD'S WORD® Translation She answered him, "I'm the daughter of Bethuel, son of Milcah and Nahor. Good News Translation "My father is Bethuel son of Nahor and Milcah," she answered. International Standard Version "I am the daughter of Bethuel," she answered. "He's the son of Milcah and Nahor. NET Bible She said to him, "I am the daughter of Bethuel the son of Milcah, whom Milcah bore to Nahor. New Heart English Bible Then she said to him, "I am the daughter of Bethuel, the son of Milcah, whom she bore to Nahor." Webster's Bible Translation And she said to him, I am the daughter of Bethuel the son of Milcah, whom she bore to Nahor. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleShe replied, “I am the daughter of Bethuel, the son that Milcah bore to Nahor.” World English Bible She said to him, “I am the daughter of Bethuel the son of Milcah, whom she bore to Nahor.” Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd she says to him, “I [am] daughter of Bethuel, son of Milcah, whom she has borne to Nahor.” Young's Literal Translation And she saith unto him, 'I am daughter of Bethuel, son of Milcah, whom she hath borne to Nahor.' Smith's Literal Translation And she will say to him, I the daughter of Bethuel, son of Milcah, who was born to Nahor. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd she answered: I am the daughter of Bathuel, the son of Melcha, whom she bore to Nachor. Catholic Public Domain Version She responded, “I am the daughter of Bethuel, the son of Milcah, to whom she gave birth for Nahor.” New American Bible She answered: “I am the daughter of Bethuel the son of Milcah, whom she bore to Nahor. New Revised Standard Version She said to him, “I am the daughter of Bethuel son of Milcah, whom she bore to Nahor.” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd she said to him, I am the daughter of Bethuel the son of Milcah, whom she bore to Nahor. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And she said to him, “I am daughter of Bethuyel, son of Melka, whom she bore to Nakhor.” OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And she said unto him: 'I am the daughter of Bethuel the son of Milcah, whom she bore unto Nahor.' Brenton Septuagint Translation And she said to him, I am the daughter of Bathuel the son of Melcha, whom she bore to Nachor. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Rebekah is Chosen…23“Whose daughter are you?” he asked. “Please tell me, is there room in your father’s house for us to spend the night?” 24She replied, “I am the daughter of Bethuel, the son that Milcah bore to Nahor.” 25Then she added, “We have plenty of straw and feed, as well as a place for you to spend the night.”… Cross References Genesis 22:20-23 Some time later, Abraham was told, “Milcah has also borne sons to your brother Nahor: / Uz the firstborn, his brother Buz, Kemuel (the father of Aram), / Chesed, Hazo, Pildash, Jidlaph, and Bethuel.” ... Genesis 25:20 and Isaac was forty years old when he married Rebekah, the daughter of Bethuel the Aramean from Paddan-aram and the sister of Laban the Aramean. Genesis 28:2 “Go at once to Paddan-aram, to the house of your mother’s father Bethuel, and take a wife from among the daughters of Laban, your mother’s brother. Genesis 29:5 “Do you know Laban the grandson of Nahor?” Jacob asked. “We know him,” they replied. Genesis 11:29 And Abram and Nahor took wives for themselves. Abram’s wife was named Sarai, and Nahor’s wife was named Milcah; she was the daughter of Haran, who was the father of both Milcah and Iscah. Genesis 31:53 May the God of Abraham and the God of Nahor, the God of their father, judge between us.” So Jacob swore by the Fear of his father Isaac. Genesis 35:9-12 After Jacob had returned from Paddan-aram, God appeared to him again and blessed him. / And God said to him, “Though your name is Jacob, you will no longer be called Jacob. Instead, your name will be Israel.” So God named him Israel. / And God told him, “I am God Almighty. Be fruitful and multiply. A nation—even a company of nations—shall come from you, and kings shall descend from you. ... Genesis 49:31 There Abraham and his wife Sarah are buried, there Isaac and his wife Rebekah are buried, and there I buried Leah. Genesis 12:1-3 Then the LORD said to Abram, “Leave your country, your kindred, and your father’s household, and go to the land I will show you. / 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. / I will bless those who bless you and curse those who curse you; and all the families of the earth will be blessed through you.” Genesis 17:15-16 Then God said to Abraham, “As for Sarai your wife, do not call her Sarai, for her name is to be Sarah. / And I will bless her and will surely give you a son by her. I will bless her, and she will be the mother of nations; kings of peoples will descend from her.” Genesis 21:12 But God said to Abraham, “Do not be distressed about the boy and your maidservant. Listen to everything that Sarah tells you, for through Isaac your offspring will be reckoned. Matthew 1:2 Abraham was the father of Isaac, Isaac the father of Jacob, and Jacob the father of Judah and his brothers. Luke 3:34 the son of Jacob, the son of Isaac, the son of Abraham, the son of Terah, the son of Nahor, Romans 9:7 Nor because they are Abraham’s descendants are they all his children. On the contrary, “Through Isaac your offspring will be reckoned.” Hebrews 11:9 By faith he dwelt in the promised land as a stranger in a foreign country. He lived in tents, as did Isaac and Jacob, who were heirs with him of the same promise. Treasury of Scripture And she said to him, I am the daughter of Bethuel the son of Milcah, which she bore to Nahor. Genesis 24:15 And it came to pass, before he had done speaking, that, behold, Rebekah came out, who was born to Bethuel, son of Milcah, the wife of Nahor, Abraham's brother, with her pitcher upon her shoulder. Genesis 11:29 And Abram and Nahor took them wives: the name of Abram's wife was Sarai; and the name of Nahor's wife, Milcah, the daughter of Haran, the father of Milcah, and the father of Iscah. Genesis 22:20,23 And it came to pass after these things, that it was told Abraham, saying, Behold, Milcah, she hath also born children unto thy brother Nahor; … Jump to Previous Bare Bethuel Bethu'el Bore Borne Daughter Milcah Nahor Nahor's WifeJump to Next Bare Bethuel Bethu'el Bore Borne Daughter Milcah Nahor Nahor's WifeGenesis 24 1. Abraham swears his servant.10. The servant's journey. 12. His prayer. 14. His sign. 15. Rebekah meets him; 18. fulfils his sign; 22. receives jewels; 23. shows her kindred; 25. and invites him home. 26. The servant blesses God. 29. Laban entertains him. 34. The servant shows his message. 50. Laban and Bethuel approve it. 58. Rebekah consents to go, and departs. 62. Isaac meets and marries her. She replied This phrase indicates a direct response, highlighting the importance of communication and dialogue in biblical narratives. It sets the stage for the unfolding of God's providential plan through human interaction. I am the daughter of Bethuel the son that Milcah bore to Nahor Persons / Places / Events 1. RebekahThe young woman who is speaking in this verse. She is introduced as the daughter of Bethuel, making her a key figure in the account as she becomes Isaac's wife. 2. Bethuel Rebekah's father, a descendant of Nahor. His lineage is significant as it connects Rebekah to Abraham's family, fulfilling God's promise to Abraham about his descendants. 3. Milcah The mother of Bethuel and wife of Nahor. Her mention highlights the familial connections and the continuation of Abraham's lineage. 4. Nahor Abraham's brother, making him Rebekah's grandfather. This connection emphasizes the importance of family ties in the fulfillment of God's covenant with Abraham. 5. The Servant Although not directly mentioned in this verse, Abraham's servant plays a crucial role in seeking a wife for Isaac, demonstrating faithfulness and obedience to his master's mission. Teaching Points God's Sovereignty in Family LineageThe verse highlights God's hand in orchestrating family connections to fulfill His promises. Believers can trust that God is at work in their own family situations, even when they cannot see the full picture. Faithfulness in Obedience Abraham's servant exemplifies obedience and faithfulness in carrying out his mission. Christians are encouraged to be diligent and faithful in their own tasks, trusting God to guide their steps. The Importance of Heritage and Legacy Understanding one's spiritual heritage can provide a sense of identity and purpose. Believers are called to honor their spiritual lineage and pass on their faith to future generations. God's Providence in Relationships The meeting of Rebekah and the servant is not by chance but by divine appointment. This teaches that God is involved in the details of our relationships and life events. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Genesis 24What is the Bible's stance on nose rings? How do we reconcile the swift betrothal (Genesis 24:49-58) with known cultural practices, and is there sufficient external corroboration for such an event? Why does Genesis 2:24 attribute the institution of marriage to a single couple, when sociological evidence points to varied marriage customs? How historically plausible is it that Abraham's servant traveled such a long distance (Genesis 24:10) with little mention of logistical challenges or hardships?(24) Bethuel the son of Milcah, which she bare unto Nahor.--Rebekah mentions her father's mother to show that she was descended from a highborn wife; but the servant would welcome it as proving that not only on the father's side, but also on the mother's, she was Isaac's cousin, Milcah being the daughter of Haran, Abraham's brother. And when thus he knew that she fulfilled all the conditions, he gave her the jewels which he was holding in his hand, and bowed the head, and gave thanks. Hebrew She replied,וַתֹּ֣אמֶר (wat·tō·mer) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 559: To utter, say “I אָנֹ֑כִי (’ā·nō·ḵî) Pronoun - first person common singular Strong's 595: I am the daughter בַּת־ (baṯ-) Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 1323: A daughter of Bethuel, בְּתוּאֵ֖ל (bə·ṯū·’êl) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1328: Bethuel -- perhaps 'man of God', a nephew of Abraham the son בֶּן־ (ben-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1121: A son that Milcah מִלְכָּ֕ה (mil·kāh) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 4435: Milcah -- two Israelite women bore יָלְדָ֖ה (yā·lə·ḏāh) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 3205: To bear young, to beget, medically, to act as midwife, to show lineage to Nahor.” לְנָחֽוֹר׃ (lə·nā·ḥō·wr) Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 5152: Nochor Links Genesis 24:24 NIVGenesis 24:24 NLT Genesis 24:24 ESV Genesis 24:24 NASB Genesis 24:24 KJV Genesis 24:24 BibleApps.com Genesis 24:24 Biblia Paralela Genesis 24:24 Chinese Bible Genesis 24:24 French Bible Genesis 24:24 Catholic Bible OT Law: Genesis 24:24 She said to him I am (Gen. 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