Generation 21· Line of Promise
Rebekah
רִבְקָה“To tie, bind, or secure”
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Etymology
From the Hebrew root ר-ב-ק (r-b-q), meaning "to tie" or "to bind." The name has been interpreted to suggest a "binding" or "ensnaring" beauty, or perhaps a "fettering" (of men's hearts).
Commentary
Rebekah is a central matriarch in Genesis, known for her strong will and decisive actions. She actively participates in ensuring Jacob receives Isaac's blessing over Esau, fulfilling a prophecy she received before their birth. Her story highlights themes of divine election and the complex dynamics within the patriarchal family.
Scripture
- Genesis 22:23
- Genesis 24:15-67
- Genesis 25:20-28
- Genesis 26:7-8
- Genesis 27:5-28:5
- Genesis 29:12
- Genesis 35:8
- Genesis 49:31
- Romans 9:10