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Genesis 47:28-31
Common English Bible
Genesis 47:28-31
Common English Bible
28 After Jacob had lived in the land of Egypt for seventeen years, and after he had lived a total of 147 years, 29 Israel’s death approached. He summoned his son Joseph and said to him, “If you would be so kind, lay your hand under my thigh, and be loyal and true to me. Don’t bury me in Egypt. 30 When I lie down with my fathers, carry me from Egypt and bury me in their grave.”
Joseph said, “I will do just as you say.”
31 Israel said, “Give me your word!” and Joseph gave his word. Then Israel slumped down at the head of the bed.
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Genesis 47:28-31
New International Version
Genesis 47:28-31
New International Version
28 Jacob lived in Egypt(A) seventeen years, and the years of his life were a hundred and forty-seven.(B) 29 When the time drew near for Israel(C) to die,(D) he called for his son Joseph and said to him, “If I have found favor in your eyes,(E) put your hand under my thigh(F) and promise that you will show me kindness(G) and faithfulness.(H) Do not bury me in Egypt, 30 but when I rest with my fathers,(I) carry me out of Egypt and bury me where they are buried.”(J)
“I will do as you say,” he said.
31 “Swear to me,”(K) he said. Then Joseph swore to him,(L) and Israel(M) worshiped as he leaned on the top of his staff.[a](N)
Footnotes
- Genesis 47:31 Or Israel bowed down at the head of his bed
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