Genesis 24:31

And he said, Come in, thou blessed of the Lord; wherefore standest thou without? for I have prepared the house, and room for the camels.

Cross-reference

Genesis 24:25 Historical context

In Genesis 24:25, Rebekah already promised lodging and fodder, which Laban now confirms with his invitation.

Genesis 24:42 Historical context

In Genesis 24:42, the servant prays for success, answered by Laban's welcoming words in 24:31.

In Genesis 26:29, Abimelech uses this same phrase 'blessed of the LORD' when parting peacefully with Isaac, showing it as a recognized greeting formula.

Judges 19:20 shows an old man inviting a traveler to spend the night, echoing this hospitality.

Ruth 3:10 Parallel

In Ruth 3:10, Ruth also calls Boaz 'blessed of the LORD' — the same warm greeting formula used to honor someone showing unexpected kindness.