Genesis 24:20

Arabic Bible Life (Targamet El Hayah) (LA)

ومضت مسرعة وأفرغت جرتها في حوض الماء، ثم ركضت نحو البئر فاستقت لكل جماله.

What Does This Mean?

In this verse, a woman named Rebekah quickly fills a trough with water for some camels and then goes back to the well to draw more water. This shows her kindness and willingness to serve others.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're at a park and you see a dog that's really thirsty. You run to the water fountain, fill up a cup, and give it to the dog. Then you run back to get more water because the dog is still thirsty. That's what Rebekah did for the camels in this story.

Historical Background

This part of Genesis is traditionally attributed to Moses, who wrote it around 1400 BC. The audience was the Israelites, and the story takes place in the context of a nomadic culture where hospitality and providing for travelers was highly valued.

Living It Out Today

Imagine you're working in a coffee shop and a customer comes in and orders 20 cups of coffee for a large group. Instead of complaining, you quickly serve them with a smile, showing the same kind of hospitality and service Rebekah showed.

Topics

• hospitality
• service
• kindness
• obligation
• faithfulness
• generosity

Related Verses

• 1 Samuel 25:13-15
• Matthew 25:35
• Luke 10:33-34
• 1 Timothy 5:10
• Hebrews 13:2

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this verse teach about hospitality?

This verse teaches that true hospitality involves going above and beyond to meet the needs of others, even if it requires extra effort.

How does Rebekah's action show faithfulness?

Rebekah's willingness to serve even strangers demonstrates a faithfulness to the values of kindness and service, which were highly valued in her culture.

Can you explain the cultural context of drawing water for camels?

In the nomadic culture of the time, camels were a crucial means of transportation and had significant water needs. Providing water for camels was a sign of deep hospitality and respect.

What does this verse say about the value of service?

This verse highlights that service, especially when it is quick and generous, is a valuable way to show care and to fulfill one's duties to others.