Genesis 24:38

But thou shalt go unto my father's house, and to my kindred, and take a wife unto my son.

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Other Translations for Genesis 24:38

BSB

but you shall go to my father's house and to my kindred to take a wife for my son.'

AKJV

But you shall go to my father's house, and to my kindred, and take a wife to my son.

CPDV

But you shall travel to my father's house, and you shall take a wife of my own kindred for my son.'

ERV

but thou shalt go unto my father's house, and to my kindred, and take a wife for my son.

NHEB

but you shall go to my father's house, and to my relatives, and take a wife for my son.'

SMT

If not, thou shalt go to my father's house, and to my family, and take a wife to my son.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Genesis 24:38

ButH518thoushaltgoH3212Verbuntomyfather'sH1Noun Masculine houseH1004Noun MasculineandtomykindredH4940Noun FeminineandtakeH3947VerbawifeH802Noun FeminineuntomysonH1121Noun Masculine

Commentary for Genesis 24:38

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry

Overview of Genesis 24:38

Summary

Man explains his specific mission and task

Place

Father's house

Event

Servant states his mission

Estimated Time Period

c. 2000 BC