Parasha Thoughts
By Rabbi David Cohen
“The matter stemmed from Hashem! We can say to you neither bad nor good.” (24:50)
The Rashba asserts that although the statement which affirms that Hashem guides a matrimonial relationship, ordaining two people as mates , originates from Lavan and Besuel , hardly individuals whom we quote in a positive manner, the Torah quotes their comment because it rings true.
Lavan and Besuel had just expressed their inability to either approve or disapprove of this match. They voiced their acquiescence that everything has been orchestrated by Hashem. Yet, we see that the very next day, they quickly shed their facade of righteousness and donned their true colors. Lavan and his mother wanted Rivkah to “remain home for a little while.” Besuel attempted unsuccessfully to poison Eliezer. Incredible! Last night, they were believers, and, in the course of one night, they changed their minds and reneged everything that they had said. Last night, it was, “Take and go,” and today, it is “Stay a little bit.” This indicates that once an individual has achieved a level of spiritual ascendancy, he should immediately concretize and strengthen his commitment.