# What does Genesis 24:43 mean?

> Genesis 24:43 in plain, modern English from the Modern Text Bible.

> Here's what I said: 'I'm standing by this spring. If a young woman comes out to get water, I'll ask her, "Please let me drink a little water from your jar."'
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> — Genesis 24:43, Modern Text Bible

## Commentary

He describes the test he set up to recognize the right woman.