Genesis 24:33

And there was set meat before him to eat: but he said, I will not eat, until I have told mine errand. And he said, Speak on.

King James Version

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Other Translations for Genesis 24:33

BSB

Then a meal was set before the man, but he said, "I will not eat until I have told you what I came to say." So Laban said, "Please speak."

AKJV

And there was set meat before him to eat: but he said, I will not eat, until I have told my errand. And he said, Speak on.

CPDV

And bread was set out in his sight. But he said, "I will not eat, until I have spoken my words." He answered him, "Speak."

ERV

And there was set meat before him to eat: but he said, I will not eat, until I have told mine errand. And he said, Speak on.

NHEB

Food was set before him to eat, but he said, "I will not eat until I have told my message." He said, "Speak on."

SMT

And he will set before his face to eat, and he will say, Not to eat till I have spoken my word. And he will say, Speak.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Genesis 24:33

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Commentary for Genesis 24:33

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry

Overview of Genesis 24:33

Summary

Visitor declines food to deliver urgent message

Place

Father's house

Event

Servant prioritizes his mission

Estimated Time Period

c. 2000 BC