Genesis 10:9

He was a mighty hunter before the LORD: wherefore it is said, Even as Nimrod the mighty hunter before the LORD.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Genesis 10:9

BSB
He was a mighty hunter before the LORD; so it is said, "Like Nimrod, a mighty hunter before the LORD."
AKJV
He was a mighty hunter before the LORD: why it is said, Even as Nimrod the mighty hunter before the LORD.
CPDV
And he was an able hunter before the Lord. From this, a proverb came forth: 'Just like Nimrod, an able hunter before the Lord.'
ERV
He was a mighty hunter before the LORD: wherefore it is said, Like Nimrod a mighty hunter before the LORD.
NHEB
He was a mighty hunter before the LORD. Therefore it is said, "Like Nimrod, a mighty hunter before the LORD."
SMT
He was a strong taker of prey before the face of Jehovah; for this he will say, As Nimrod the strong hunter before the face of Jehovah.

Commentary for Genesis 10:9

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Genesis 10:9
Summary
Nimrod renowned as hunter before God
Event
Nimrod's hunting fame established
Estimated Time Period
Pre-history
Category
Narrative