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# Let a little water be brought
This can be stated in active form. Alternate translation: "Let me bring you some water" or "My servant will bring you some water" (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-activepassive]])
# a little water ... a little food
"some water ... some food." Saying "little" was a polite way of showing generosity. Abraham would give them more than enough water and food.
# wash your feet
This custom helped tired travelers to refresh themselves after walking long distances.