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Genesis 24:45

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45 And before I had done speaking in mine heart, behold, Rebekah came forth with her pitcher on her shoulder; and she went down unto the well, and drew water: and I said unto her, Let me drink, I pray thee.

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Arcana Coelestia #3152

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3152. And he said, Speak. That this signifies longing, is evident from the signification of “speaking words,” as being to instruct; here, in the imperative form, as meaning that he should instruct. It is evident that these words involve a longing.

  
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