Genesis 34:12

Ask me never so much dowry and gift, and I will give according as ye shall say unto me: but give me the damsel to wife.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Genesis 34:12

BSB
Demand a high dowry and an expensive gift, and I will give you whatever you ask. Only give me the girl as my wife!"
AKJV
Ask me never so much dowry and gift, and I will give according as you shall say to me: but give me the damsel to wife.
CPDV
Increase the dowry, and request gifts, and I will freely bestow what you will ask. Only give me this girl as a wife."
ERV
Ask me never so much dowry and gift, and I will give according as ye shall say unto me: but give me the damsel to wife.
NHEB
Ask me for a very expensive bride price, and I will pay whatever you ask of me, but give me the young woman as a wife."
SMT
Increase to me greatly the dowry and gift, and I will give according to that ye shall say to me; and ye shall give to me this maiden for a wife.

Commentary for Genesis 34:12

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Genesis 34:12
Summary
Offender offers unlimited compensation for marriage permission
Event
Payment offer made
Estimated Time Period
c. 2000 BC
Category
Narrative