Definition: And Sarah my masterâs wife bare a son to my master when she was old: and unto him hath he given all that he hath.
Explanation: Okay, let’s break down this verse from Genesis 24:36. It’s a really important passage about God’s plan for the future! Here's what it means in simple terms: The Basic Story: God wanted a son for his chosen man, Jacob (later Abraham). He needed someone to help him with his life and his family. Sarah, Jacob’s wife, was older than him and had a lot of children. God decided that Sarah's husband, a wealthy man named Abin, would be responsible for having a child for Jacob. What happened: God created a son – he literally made one! – and gave it to Abin. This son was the first son of Jacob. And, crucially, God is now giving him everything that Abin has. It means Abin’s wealth, his possessions, everything he owns – all of it is being given to this son. In a nutshell: God used Sarah's husband to create a son for Jacob, and then gave him the entire inheritance (his wealth) as a gift. Why is this important? It shows God’s plan: It highlights that God has a specific plan for everything, even seemingly ordinary things like creating a child. It demonstrates His generosity: It speaks to God’s love and his desire to bless Jacob and his family. Does this mean Sarah was special? Not really! It’s about God choosing a son and giving it to him, regardless of who the parents were. --- Do you want me to: Explain any part of the verse in more detail? Connect this verse to another story or concept in the Bible?