Biblical Context:
Abraham's commission to his servant is a significant event recorded in Genesis 24. This chapter details the mission Abraham entrusts to his senior servant, often identified as Eliezer of Damascus (cf. Genesis 15:2), to find a suitable wife for his son Isaac. This narrative highlights themes of faith, divine guidance, and covenantal continuity.

Scriptural Account:
The account begins with Abraham, now advanced in age, seeking to ensure the continuation of God's covenant through his son Isaac. Genesis 24:1-4 states: "By now Abraham was old and well along in years, and the LORD had blessed him in every way. So Abraham instructed the chief servant of his household, who managed all he owned, 'Place your hand under my thigh, and I will have you swear by the LORD, the God of heaven and the God of earth, that you will not take a wife for my son from the daughters of the Canaanites among whom I am dwelling. But you will go to my country and my kindred to take a wife for my son Isaac.'"

Cultural and Theological Significance:
The act of placing a hand under the thigh was a customary practice in ancient Near Eastern cultures, symbolizing a solemn oath. Abraham's insistence on finding a wife from his own kin rather than the Canaanites underscores the importance of maintaining the purity of the covenantal line and avoiding the idolatrous practices of the surrounding peoples.

Divine Guidance and Providence:
Abraham expresses confidence in divine guidance, instructing his servant in Genesis 24:7 : "The LORD, the God of heaven, who took me from my father's house and my native land, who spoke to me and promised on oath, 'To your offspring I will give this land'—He will send His angel before you, so that you can take a wife for my son from there." This assurance reflects Abraham's faith in God's promises and His active role in fulfilling them.

The Servant's Journey and Prayer:
The servant embarks on the journey to Mesopotamia, specifically to the city of Nahor. Upon arrival, he prays for success, seeking a sign from God to identify the right woman for Isaac. Genesis 24:12-14 records his prayer: "O LORD, God of my master Abraham, please grant me success today, and show kindness to my master Abraham. Here I am, standing beside the spring, and the daughters of the townspeople are coming out to draw water. Now may it happen that the girl to whom I say, 'Please let down your jar that I may drink,' and who responds, 'Drink, and I will water your camels as well'—let her be the one You have appointed for Your servant Isaac. By this I will know that You have shown kindness to my master."

Rebekah's Selection:
Rebekah, the granddaughter of Abraham's brother Nahor, fulfills the servant's prayerful criteria, demonstrating hospitality and kindness by offering water to both him and his camels. Her actions confirm God's providential choice, as described in Genesis 24:18-20 : "'Drink, my lord,' she replied, and she quickly lowered her jar to her hands and gave him a drink. After she had given him a drink, she said, 'I will draw water for your camels as well, until they have had enough to drink.' And she quickly emptied her jar into the trough and ran back to the well to draw more water, until she had drawn enough for all his camels."

Conclusion of the Mission:
The servant, recognizing God's hand in the encounter, worships the LORD and presents gifts to Rebekah and her family. After negotiations with her family, Rebekah consents to return with the servant to marry Isaac. The successful completion of the mission is marked by Rebekah's willingness and the servant's faithful execution of Abraham's commission, ensuring the continuation of the Abrahamic covenant through Isaac.