Genesis 47:2
BSB · Public Domain (CC0)“And he chose five of his brothers and presented them before Pharaoh.”
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“And he chose five of his brothers and presented them before Pharaoh.”
Berean Standard Bible · Public Domain (CC0)“And he took some of his brethren, even five men, and presented them unto Pharaoh.”
King James Version · Public Domain“And from among his brethren he took five men, and presented them unto Pharaoh.”
American Standard Version · Public Domain“And out of his brethren he hath taken five men, and setteth them before Pharaoh;”
Young's Literal Translation · Public DomainOther passages that echo Genesis 47:2 — 4 related verses from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.
- Acts 7:13On their second visit, Joseph revealed his identity to his brothers, and his family became known to Pharaoh.
- 2 Corinthians 4:14knowing that the One who raised the Lord Jesus will also raise us with Jesus and present us with you in His presence.
- Colossians 1:28We proclaim Him, admonishing and teaching everyone with all wisdom, so that we may present everyone perfect in Christ.
- Jude 1:24Now to Him who is able to keep you from stumbling and to present you unblemished in His glorious presence, with great joy—
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