# What does Genesis 24:45 mean?

> Genesis 24:45 in plain, modern English from the Modern Text Bible.

> Before I even finished praying in my heart, Rebekah came out with her jar on her shoulder, went down to the spring, and got water. I asked her, 'Please let me have a drink.'
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> — Genesis 24:45, Modern Text Bible

## Commentary

Rebekah appeared right as he was praying, and he asked her for water.