# What does Genesis 24:8 mean?

> Genesis 24:8 in plain, modern English from the Modern Text Bible.

> But if the woman refuses to come back with you, you're off the hook. Just don't take my son back there.
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> — Genesis 24:8, Modern Text Bible

## Commentary

Abraham makes it clear that the servant isn't responsible if the woman won't come, but Isaac must not return to Abraham's old homeland.