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Notes, Critical and Explanatory, on the Holy Scriptures

PD · Francis Patrick Kenrick, Baltimore, 1849–1860 (Gospels 1849; Acts, Epistles & Apocalypse 1851; Psalms, Wisdom books & Canticle 1857; Job & the Prophets 1859; Pentateuch 1860)
Chapter 24

Genesis 24

" With all kinds of precions things of his master in bis band." L. w H. P. *- Kneel down." The resting poeture of this animal is happily express' d in tho text. u It was customary in that country for women to come to the well for water in the decline of the day.

Lit. "Meet me." It may be rendered: make me meet with the desired object.

II. P. " Laban ran out" The haste and pressing invitation denote great hospitality. a This attention to the object of his commission was highly praiseworthy.

Through modesty and respect M V. is free. H. P. " He loved her; and Isaac was comforted after his mother's death."

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