Genesis 34:15

But in this will we consent unto you: If ye will be as we be, that every male of you be circumcised;

King James Version

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Other Translations for Genesis 34:15

BSB

We will consent to this on one condition, that you become circumcised like us-every one of your males.

AKJV

But in this will we consent to you: If you will be as we be, that every male of you be circumcised;

CPDV

But we may succeed in this, so as to be allied with you, if you are willing to become like us, and if all the male sex among you will be circumcised.

ERV

Only on this condition will we consent unto you: if ye will be as we be, that every male of you be circumcised;

NHEB

Only on this condition will we agree with you; that you become like us by circumcising all your males;

SMT

But in this will we consent to you, if ye will be as we to circumcise to you every male;

Word Study (Strong’s) for Genesis 34:15

ButinthisH2063FemininewillweconsentH225VerbuntoyouIfyewillbeaswebethateverymaleH2145ofyoubecircumcisedH4135Verb

Commentary for Genesis 34:15

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

Overview of Genesis 34:15

Summary

Conditional agreement contingent on ritual circumcision adoption

Event

Condition for acceptance proposed

Estimated Time Period

c. 2000 BC