New International Version And my master made me swear an oath, and said, ‘You must not get a wife for my son from the daughters of the Canaanites, in whose land I live, New Living Translation And my master made me take an oath. He said, ‘Do not allow my son to marry one of these local Canaanite women. English Standard Version My master made me swear, saying, ‘You shall not take a wife for my son from the daughters of the Canaanites, in whose land I dwell, Berean Standard Bible My 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, Berean Literal Bible And my lord made me swear, saying, ‘You shall not take a wife for my son from the daughters of the Canaanite, in whose land I am dwelling. King James Bible And my master made me swear, saying, Thou shalt not take a wife to my son of the daughters of the Canaanites, in whose land I dwell: New King James Version Now my master made me swear, saying, ‘You shall not take a wife for my son from the daughters of the Canaanites, in whose land I dwell; New American Standard Bible My master made me swear, saying, ‘You shall not take a wife for my son from the daughters of the Canaanites, in whose land I live; NASB 1995 “My master made me swear, saying, ‘You shall not take a wife for my son from the daughters of the Canaanites, in whose land I live; NASB 1977 “And my master made me swear, saying, ‘You shall not take a wife for my son from the daughters of the Canaanites, in whose land I live; Legacy Standard Bible And my master made me swear, saying, ‘You shall not take a wife for my son from the daughters of the Canaanites, in whose land I live; Amplified Bible My master made me swear [an oath], saying, ‘You must not take a wife for my son from the daughters of the Canaanites, in whose land I live; Berean Annotated Bible My master made me swear an oath and said, ‘You shall not take a wife for my son from the daughters of the Canaanites (merchants) in whose land I dwell, Christian Standard Bible My master put me under this oath: ‘You will not take a wife for my son from the daughters of the Canaanites in whose land I live Holman Christian Standard Bible My master put me under this oath: ‘You will not take a wife for my son from the daughters of the Canaanites in whose land I live American Standard Version And my master made me swear, saying, Thou shalt not take a wife for my son of the daughters of the Canaanites, in whose land I dwell: Contemporary English Version I solemnly promised my master that I would do what he said. And he told me, "Don't choose a wife for my son from the women in this land of Canaan. English Revised Version And my master made me swear, saying, Thou shalt not take a wife for my son of the daughters of the Canaanites, in whose land I dwell: GOD'S WORD® Translation My master made me swear this oath: 'Don't get a wife for my son from the daughters of the Canaanites, in whose land I'm living. Good News Translation My master made me promise with a vow to obey his command. He said, 'Do not choose a wife for my son from the young women in the land of Canaan. International Standard Version My master made me swear this oath: 'You are not to select a wife for my son from among the daughters of the Canaanites in this land where I live. NET Bible My master made me swear an oath. He said, 'You must not acquire a wife for my son from the daughters of the Canaanites, among whom I am living, New Heart English Bible Now my master put me under oath, saying, "You must not take a wife for my son from the daughters of the Canaanites, in whose land I live, Webster's Bible Translation And my master made me swear, saying, Thou shalt not take a wife for my son of the daughters of the Canaanites, in whose land I dwell: Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleMy 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, World English Bible My master made me swear, saying, ‘You shall not take a wife for my son from the daughters of the Canaanites, in whose land I live, Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd my lord causes me to swear, saying, You do not take a wife to my son from the daughters of the Canaanite, in whose land I am dwelling. Berean Literal Bible And my lord made me swear, saying, ‘You shall not take a wife for my son from the daughters of the Canaanite, in whose land I am dwelling. Young's Literal Translation 'And my lord causeth me to swear, saying, Thou dost not take a wife to my son from the daughters of the Canaanite, in whose land I am dwelling. Smith's Literal Translation And my lord will cause me to swear, saying, Thou shalt not take a wife to my son from the daughters of the Canaanites in whose land I dwell. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd my master made me swear, saying: Thou shalt not take a wife for my son of the Chanaanites, in whose land I dwell: Catholic Public Domain Version And my lord made me swear, saying: ‘You shall not take a wife for my son from the Canaanites, in whose land I dwell. New American Bible My master put me under oath, saying: ‘You shall not take a wife for my son from the daughters of the Canaanites in whose land I live; New Revised Standard Version My master made me swear, saying, ‘You shall not take a wife for my son from the daughters of the Canaanites, in whose land I live; Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd my master made me swear, saying, You must not take a wife to my son of the daughters of the Canaanites, in whose land I dwell; Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And my Lord made me swear and said to me, “Do not take a woman for my son from the daughters of the Canaanites, in whose land I dwell: OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And my master made me swear, saying: Thou shalt not take a wife for my son of the daughters of the Canaanites, in whose land I dwell. Brenton Septuagint Translation And my master caused me to swear, saying, Thou shalt not take a wife to my son of the daughters of the Chananites, among whom I sojourn in their land. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context Rebekah is Chosen…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, 38but you shall go to my father’s house and to my kindred to take a wife for my son.’… Cross References My master made me swear an oath Genesis 47:29-31 When the time drew near for Israel to die, he called his son Joseph and said to him, “If I have found favor in your eyes, put your hand under my thigh and promise to show me kindness and faithfulness. Do not bury me in Egypt, / but when I lie down with my fathers, carry me out of Egypt and bury me with them.” Joseph answered, “I will do as you have requested.” / “Swear to me,” Jacob said. So Joseph swore to him, and Israel bowed in worship at the head of his bed. Genesis 21:23-24 Now, therefore, swear to me here before God that you will not deal falsely with me or my children or descendants. Show to me and to the country in which you reside the same kindness that I have shown to you.” / And Abraham replied, “I swear it.” and said, ‘You shall not take a wife for my son Genesis 28:1-2 So Isaac called for Jacob and blessed him. “Do not take a wife from the Canaanite women,” he commanded. / “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. Deuteronomy 7:3-4 Do not intermarry with them. Do not give your daughters to their sons or take their daughters for your sons, / because they will turn your sons away from following Me to serve other gods. Then the anger of the LORD will burn against you, and He will swiftly destroy you. from the daughters of the Canaanites Exodus 34:15-16 Do not make a covenant with the inhabitants of the land, for when they prostitute themselves to their gods and sacrifice to them, they will invite you, and you will eat their sacrifices. / And when you take some of their daughters as brides for your sons, their daughters will prostitute themselves to their gods and cause your sons to do the same. Genesis 27:46 Then Rebekah said to Isaac, “I am weary of my life because of these Hittite women. If Jacob takes a Hittite wife from among them, what good is my life?” in whose land I dwell, Genesis 23:4 “I am a foreigner and an outsider among you. Give me a burial site among you so that I can bury my dead.” Hebrews 11:9-10 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. / For he was looking forward to the city with foundations, whose architect and builder is God. 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 15:7 The LORD also told him, “I am the LORD, who brought you out of Ur of the Chaldeans to give you this land to possess.” Genesis 17:7-8 I will establish My covenant as an everlasting covenant between Me and you and your descendants after you, to be your God and the God of your descendants after you. / And to you and your descendants I will give the land where you are residing—all the land of Canaan—as an eternal possession; and I will be their God.” Genesis 50:24 Then Joseph said to his brothers, “I am about to die, but God will surely visit you and bring you up from this land to the land He promised on oath to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.” Exodus 3:6-8 Then He said, “I am the God of your father, the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob.” At this, Moses hid his face, for he was afraid to look at God. / The LORD said, “I have indeed seen the affliction of My people in Egypt. I have heard them crying out because of their oppressors, and I am aware of their sufferings. / I have come down to rescue them from the hand of the Egyptians and to bring them up out of that land to a good and spacious land, a land flowing with milk and honey—the home of the Canaanites, Hittites, Amorites, Perizzites, Hivites, and Jebusites. Exodus 6:7-8 I will take you as My own people, and I will be your God. Then you will know that I am the LORD your God, who brought you out from under the yoke of the Egyptians. / And I will bring you into the land that I swore to give to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. I will give it to you as a possession. I am the LORD!’” Deuteronomy 7:1-3 When the LORD your God brings you into the land that you are entering to possess, and He drives out before you many nations—the Hittites, Girgashites, Amorites, Canaanites, Perizzites, Hivites, and Jebusites, seven nations larger and stronger than you— / and when the LORD your God has delivered them over to you to defeat them, then you must devote them to complete destruction. Make no treaty with them and show them no mercy. / Do not intermarry with them. Do not give your daughters to their sons or take their daughters for your sons, Joshua 24:3 But I took your father Abraham from beyond the Euphrates and led him through all the land of Canaan, and I multiplied his descendants. I gave him Isaac, Treasury of Scripture And my master made me swear, saying, You shall not take a wife to my son of the daughters of the Canaanites, in whose land I dwell: And my. Genesis 24:2-9 And Abraham said unto his eldest servant of his house, that ruled over all that he had, Put, I pray thee, thy hand under my thigh: … Genesis 6:2 That the sons of God saw the daughters of men that they were fair; and they took them wives of all which they chose. Genesis 27:46 And Rebekah said to Isaac, I am weary of my life because of the daughters of Heth: if Jacob take a wife of the daughters of Heth, such as these which are of the daughters of the land, what good shall my life do me? Canaanites. Jump to Previous Canaanite Canaanites Causeth Daughters Dwell Dwelling Live Master Oath Swear WifeJump to Next Canaanite Canaanites Causeth Daughters Dwell Dwelling Live Master Oath Swear 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. My master made me swear an oath Abraham bound his servant to carry out this mission faithfully, treating the search for Isaac’s wife as a matter of covenant importance. The oath underscored the seriousness of preserving the family through whom God’s promises would continue. Gen 47:29-31 When the time drew near for Israel to die, he called… and said, ‘You shall not take a wife for my son Isaac’s marriage would shape the next generation of Abraham’s household. Abraham sought a wife who would not draw his son away from the God who had called him. Gen 28:1-2 So Isaac called for Jacob and blessed him.… from the daughters of the Canaanites The Canaanite peoples practiced idolatry and customs incompatible with worship of the Lord. Abraham did not want Isaac’s family joined to a people whose religion opposed God’s covenant purposes. Exo 34:15-16 Do not make a covenant with the inhabitants of the land,… in whose land I dwell, Although Abraham lived among the Canaanites as a resident alien, he remained distinct from them. He trusted God’s promise to give the land to his descendants and refused to establish Isaac’s future through alliance with its present inhabitants. Gen 23:4 I am a foreigner and an outsider among you.… Persons / Places / Events 1. AbrahamThe patriarch who is seeking a wife for his son Isaac, emphasizing the importance of maintaining the covenant lineage. 2. Isaac Abraham's son, for whom a wife is being sought to continue the covenant promise. 3. The Servant Likely Eliezer, Abraham's trusted servant, tasked with finding a suitable wife for Isaac. 4. Canaanites The inhabitants of the land where Abraham dwells, representing a culture and religious practices that are contrary to Abraham's faith. 5. The Oath A solemn promise made by the servant to Abraham, highlighting the seriousness of the task. Teaching Points Faithfulness to God's CovenantAbraham's insistence on finding a wife for Isaac from his own people reflects a commitment to God's covenant promises. Believers today are called to be faithful to God's Word and His promises. The Importance of Godly Relationships The directive to avoid marrying a Canaanite highlights the importance of choosing relationships that honor God and support spiritual growth. Christians are encouraged to seek relationships that align with their faith. The Role of Obedience and Trust The servant's willingness to swear an oath and undertake the journey demonstrates obedience and trust in God's guidance. Believers are reminded to trust God in their decisions and actions. Cultural Distinctiveness Abraham's concern about the Canaanites serves as a reminder of the need for cultural and spiritual distinctiveness. Christians are called to be in the world but not of it, maintaining their identity in Christ. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Genesis 24:37?2. How does Genesis 24:37 emphasize the importance of marrying within the faith? 3. What role does obedience play in fulfilling God's promises in Genesis 24:37? 4. How does Genesis 24:37 connect to God's covenant with Abraham in Genesis 17? 5. How can we apply the principle of seeking godly spouses today? 6. What does Genesis 24:37 teach about parental guidance in choosing a spouse? 7. Why did Abraham insist Isaac not marry a Canaanite in Genesis 24:37? 8. How does Genesis 24:37 reflect cultural practices of marriage in ancient times? 9. What theological significance does Abraham's oath hold in Genesis 24:37? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Genesis 24? Genesis 24:37 shows Abraham binding his servant to secure a wife for Isaac who would share covenant faith, not merely local convenience. The solemn oath, Abraham’s direct words, the firm prohibition against Canaanite wives, and the reminder that God’s people are pilgrims all converge to teach that obedience and holiness in family decisions safeguard God’s unfolding promise. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew My masterאֲדֹנִ֖י (’ă·ḏō·nî) Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular Strong's 113: Sovereign, controller made me swear an oath וַיַּשְׁבִּעֵ֥נִי (way·yaš·bi·‘ê·nî) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular | first person common singular Strong's 7650: To seven oneself, swear and said, לֵאמֹ֑ר (lê·mōr) Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct Strong's 559: To utter, say ‘You shall not לֹא־ (lō-) Adverb - Negative particle Strong's 3808: Not, no take תִקַּ֤ח (ṯiq·qaḥ) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - second person masculine singular Strong's 3947: To take a wife אִשָּׁה֙ (’iš·šāh) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 802: Woman, wife, female for my son לִבְנִ֔י (liḇ·nî) Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular Strong's 1121: A son from the daughters מִבְּנוֹת֙ (mib·bə·nō·wṯ) Preposition-m | Noun - feminine plural construct Strong's 1323: A daughter of the Canaanites הַֽכְּנַעֲנִ֔י (hak·kə·na·‘ă·nî) Article | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3669: Canaanite -- inhabitant of Canaan in whose land בְּאַרְצֽוֹ׃ (bə·’ar·ṣōw) Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 776: Earth, land I אָנֹכִ֖י (’ā·nō·ḵî) Pronoun - first person common singular Strong's 595: I dwell, יֹשֵׁ֥ב (yō·šêḇ) Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 3427: To sit down, to dwell, to remain, to settle, to marry Additonal Resources Genesis 24:37 Blue Letter BibleGenesis 24:37 Bible Gateway Genesis 24:37 Bible.com Genesis 24:37 NIV |
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