Genesis 24:35 "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.

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New International Version
The LORD has blessed my master abundantly, and he has become wealthy. He has given him sheep and cattle, silver and gold, male and female servants, and camels and donkeys.

New Living Translation
“And the LORD has greatly blessed my master; he has become a wealthy man. The LORD has given him flocks of sheep and goats, herds of cattle, a fortune in silver and gold, and many male and female servants and camels and donkeys.

English Standard Version
The LORD has greatly blessed my master, and he has become great. He has given him flocks and herds, silver and gold, male servants and female servants, camels and donkeys.

Berean Standard Bible
“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.

King James Bible
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.

New King James Version
The LORD has blessed my master greatly, and he has become great; and He has given him flocks and herds, silver and gold, male and female servants, and camels and donkeys.

New American Standard Bible
The LORD has greatly blessed my master, so that he has become rich; and He has given him flocks and herds, and silver and gold, and servants and slave women, and camels and donkeys.

NASB 1995
“The LORD has greatly blessed my master, so that he has become rich; and He has given him flocks and herds, and silver and gold, and servants and maids, and camels and donkeys.

NASB 1977
“And the LORD has greatly blessed my master, so that he has become rich; and He has given him flocks and herds, and silver and gold, and servants and maids, and camels and donkeys.

Legacy Standard Bible
And Yahweh has greatly blessed my master, so he has become great; and He has given him flocks and herds, and silver and gold, and male slaves and female slaves, and camels and donkeys.

Amplified Bible
The LORD has greatly blessed my master, and he has become great (wealthy, powerful); He has given him flocks and herds, and silver and gold, and servants and maids, and camels and donkeys.

Christian Standard Bible
“The LORD has greatly blessed my master, and he has become rich. He has given him flocks and herds, silver and gold, male and female slaves, and camels and donkeys.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
The LORD has greatly blessed my master, and he has become rich. He has given him sheep and cattle, silver and gold, male and female slaves, and camels and donkeys.

American Standard Version
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.

Contemporary English Version
The LORD has been good to my master and has made him very rich. He has given him many sheep, goats, cattle, camels, and donkeys, as well as a lot of silver and gold, and many slaves.

English Revised Version
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.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
"The LORD has blessed my master, and he has become wealthy. The LORD has given him sheep and cattle, silver and gold, male and female slaves, camels and donkeys.

Good News Translation
"The LORD has greatly blessed my master and made him a rich man. He has given him flocks of sheep and goats, cattle, silver, gold, male and female slaves, camels, and donkeys.

International Standard Version
"The LORD has greatly blessed my master, so that he has become wealthy. He has provided him sheep and cattle, silver and gold, male and female servants, camels and donkeys.

Majority Standard Bible
“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.

NET Bible
"The LORD has richly blessed my master and he has become very wealthy. The Lord has given him sheep and cattle, silver and gold, male and female servants, and camels and donkeys.

New Heart English Bible
And the Lord has blessed my master greatly, so that he has become great, and he has given him sheep and cattle, and silver and gold, and male servants and female servants, camels and donkeys.

Webster's Bible Translation
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.

World English Bible
Yahweh has blessed my master greatly. He has become great. Yahweh has given him flocks and herds, silver and gold, male servants and female servants, and camels and donkeys.

Literal Translations

Literal Standard Version
and YHWH has blessed my lord exceedingly, and he is great; and He gives to him flock, and herd, and silver, and gold, and menservants, and maidservants, and camels, and donkeys;

Young's Literal Translation
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;

Smith's Literal Translation
And Jehovah blessed my lord greatly, and he will be great; and he will give to him sheep and oxen, and silver and gold, and servants and maids and camels and asses.

Catholic Translations

Douay-Rheims Bible
And the Lord hath blessed my master wonderfully, and he is become great: and he hath given him sheep and oxen, silver and gold, menservants and womenservants, camels and asses.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And the Lord has blessed my lord greatly, and he has become great. And he has given him sheep and oxen, silver and gold, men servants and women servants, camels and donkeys.

New American Bible
“The LORD has blessed my master so abundantly that he has become wealthy; he has given him flocks and herds, silver and gold, male and female slaves, and camels and donkeys.

New Revised Standard Version
The LORD has greatly blessed my master, and he has become wealthy; he has given him flocks and herds, silver and gold, male and female slaves, camels and donkeys.

Translations from Aramaic

Lamsa Bible
And the LORD has blessed my master greatly, so that he has become great; and he has given him flocks and herds, silver and gold, menservants and maidservants, and camels and asses.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And LORD JEHOVAH has blessed my Master and he is very great and he has sheep and oxen and silver and gold and Servants and maids and female donkeys and camels and male donkeys.

OT Translations

JPS Tanakh 1917
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.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
and the Lord has blessed my master greatly, and he is exalted, and he has given him sheep, and calves, and silver, and gold, servants and servant-maids, camels, and asses.

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Context

Rebekah is Chosen
…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.…

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Cross References

Genesis 13:2
And Abram had become extremely wealthy in livestock and silver and gold.

Genesis 26:12-14
Now Isaac sowed seed in the land, and that very year he reaped a hundredfold. And the LORD blessed him, / and he became richer and richer, until he was exceedingly wealthy. / He owned so many flocks and herds and servants that the Philistines envied him.

Genesis 30:43
Thus Jacob became exceedingly prosperous. He owned large flocks, maidservants and menservants, and camels and donkeys.

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.

Genesis 17:6
I will make you exceedingly fruitful; I will make nations of you, and kings will descend from you.

Deuteronomy 8:18
But remember that it is the LORD your God who gives you the power to gain wealth, in order to confirm His covenant that He swore to your fathers even to this day.

Proverbs 10:22
The blessing of the LORD enriches, and He adds no sorrow to it.

Job 42:10-12
After Job had prayed for his friends, the LORD restored his prosperity and doubled his former possessions. / All his brothers and sisters and prior acquaintances came and dined with him in his house. They consoled him and comforted him over all the adversity that the LORD had brought upon him. And each one gave him a piece of silver and a gold ring. / So the LORD blessed Job’s latter days more than his first. He owned 14,000 sheep, 6,000 camels, 1,000 yoke of oxen, and 1,000 female donkeys.

1 Kings 3:13
Moreover, I will give you what you did not request—both riches and honor—so that during all your days no man in any kingdom will be your equal.

Psalm 112:3
Wealth and riches are in his house, and his righteousness endures forever.

2 Chronicles 32:29
He made cities for himself, and he acquired herds of sheep and cattle in abundance, for God gave him very great wealth.

Matthew 6:33
But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added unto you.

Luke 12:31
But seek His kingdom, and these things will be added unto you.

Mark 10:29-30
“Truly I tell you,” Jesus replied, “no one who has left home or brothers or sisters or mother or father or children or fields for My sake and for the gospel / will fail to receive a hundredfold in the present age—houses and brothers and sisters and mothers and children and fields, along with persecutions—and in the age to come, eternal life.

2 Corinthians 9:8
And God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that in all things, at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work.

Treasury of Scripture

And the LORD has blessed my master greatly; and he is become great: and he has given him flocks, and herds, and silver, and gold, and menservants, and maidservants, and camels, and asses.

the Lord.

Genesis 24:1
And Abraham was old, and well stricken in age: and the LORD had blessed Abraham in all things.

Genesis 12:2
And I will make of thee a great nation, and I will bless thee, and make thy name great; and thou shalt be a blessing:

Genesis 13:2
And Abram was very rich in cattle, in silver, and in gold.

flocks.

Genesis 12:16
And he entreated Abram well for her sake: and he had sheep, and oxen, and he asses, and menservants, and maidservants, and she asses, and camels.

Genesis 13:2
And Abram was very rich in cattle, in silver, and in gold.

Genesis 26:13,14
And the man waxed great, and went forward, and grew until he became very great: …

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Genesis 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.

Berean Study Bible

The LORD
This phrase refers to Yahweh, the covenantal name of God in the Hebrew Bible. It emphasizes the personal and relational nature of God with His people. In the context of Genesis, it highlights God's faithfulness to Abraham, fulfilling His promises to bless him and make him a great nation. The use of "LORD" underscores the divine source of all blessings and prosperity.

has greatly blessed
The Hebrew root for "blessed" is "barak," which means to kneel, to praise, or to bless. This indicates a divine favor that is abundant and overflowing. The phrase suggests that the blessings are not just material but also spiritual, reflecting God's covenantal promises to Abraham. It is a reminder of God's sovereignty and His ability to provide abundantly for those who are faithful to Him.

my master
This refers to Abraham, the patriarch of the Israelite nation. The term "master" denotes respect and authority, acknowledging Abraham's position as a leader and a man of faith. It also reflects the servant's loyalty and recognition of Abraham's relationship with God, which is central to the narrative of Genesis.

and he has become rich
The Hebrew word for "rich" is "ashar," which implies wealth and abundance. This phrase highlights the material prosperity that God has bestowed upon Abraham. It serves as a testament to God's promise in Genesis 12:2, where He vows to make Abraham a great nation and bless him. The wealth is not just for personal gain but is part of God's larger plan to establish His people.

He has given him
This phrase emphasizes God's active role in bestowing blessings. It is a reminder that all good things come from God, and human effort alone is insufficient without divine intervention. The use of "given" underscores the grace and generosity of God, who provides for His people according to His will and purpose.

sheep and cattle
These animals were essential to the agrarian lifestyle of the ancient Near East, representing wealth, sustenance, and economic stability. Sheep and cattle were used for food, clothing, and sacrifices, making them valuable assets. Their mention signifies God's provision for Abraham's needs and His blessing on Abraham's livelihood.

silver and gold
Precious metals like silver and gold were symbols of wealth and status in ancient times. They were used in trade, as currency, and in crafting valuable items. The inclusion of silver and gold in the list of blessings highlights the extent of Abraham's prosperity and God's favor upon him, fulfilling the promise of making his name great.

menservants and maidservants
Servants were an integral part of a household in the ancient world, contributing to the family's economic and social standing. The presence of menservants and maidservants indicates a well-established and prosperous household. It reflects the fulfillment of God's promise to bless Abraham and make him a father of many nations, as his household grows and thrives.

camels and donkeys
These animals were crucial for transportation and trade, especially in the desert regions of the Near East. Camels, in particular, were valued for their ability to travel long distances without water, making them essential for trade caravans. The mention of camels and donkeys signifies Abraham's wealth and his ability to engage in trade and commerce, further expanding his influence and fulfilling God's promise of blessing.

Parallel Commentaries ...

Hebrew

“The LORD
וַיהוָ֞ה (Yah·weh)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3068: LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel

has greatly
מְאֹ֖ד (mə·’ōḏ)
Adverb
Strong's 3966: Vehemence, vehemently, wholly, speedily

blessed
בֵּרַ֧ךְ (bê·raḵ)
Verb - Piel - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1288: To kneel, to bless God, man, to curse

my master,
אֲדֹנִ֛י (’ă·ḏō·nî)
Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular
Strong's 113: Sovereign, controller

and he has become rich.
וַיִּגְדָּ֑ל (way·yiḡ·dāl)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1431: To grow up, become great

He has given
וַיִּתֶּן־ (way·yit·ten-)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 5414: To give, put, set

him
ל֞וֹ (lōw)
Preposition | third person masculine singular
Strong's Hebrew

sheep
צֹ֤אן (ṣōn)
Noun - common singular
Strong's 6629: Small cattle, sheep and goats, flock

and cattle,
וּבָקָר֙ (ū·ḇā·qār)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 1241: Beef cattle, ox, a herd

silver
וְכֶ֣סֶף (wə·ḵe·sep̄)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 3701: Silver, money

and gold,
וְזָהָ֔ב (wə·zā·hāḇ)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 2091: Gold, something gold-colored, as oil, a clear sky

menservants
וַעֲבָדִם֙ (wa·‘ă·ḇā·ḏim)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 5650: Slave, servant

and maidservants,
וּשְׁפָחֹ֔ת (ū·šə·p̄ā·ḥōṯ)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine plural
Strong's 8198: Maid, maidservant

camels
וּגְמַלִּ֖ים (ū·ḡə·mal·lîm)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 1581: A camel

and donkeys.
וַחֲמֹרִֽים׃ (wa·ḥă·mō·rîm)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 2543: A male ass

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