Genesis 24:62

Isaac came from the way, &c.— It appears from this passage, compared with the next chapter, Genesis 24:11 that Isaac at this time dwelt at Lahai-roi: so that he had now come thence to visit his father at Beer-sheba, and wait for his bride. It is a beautiful attitude, in which the sacred writer draws Isaac, walking out to meditate in the field at even-tide. A good man, in his evening-walk, it has been observed, makes a distinguished figure in the eyes of superior beings. And the example is worthy imitation; for though it is not good for man to be always alone, yet assuredly it is not fit he should be always in company: he ought frequently to step aside from the busy scenes of life, and retire within himself. Such solitude, to use Milton's words, is often best society, and short retirement urges sweet return.