Genesis 37:16

And he said, I seek my brethren: tell me, I pray thee, where they feed their flocks.

King James Version

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Other Translations for Genesis 37:16

BSB

"I am looking for my brothers," Joseph replied. "Can you please tell me where they are pasturing their flocks?"

AKJV

And he said, I seek my brothers: tell me, I pray you, where they feed their flocks.

CPDV

So he responded: "I seek my brothers. Tell me where they pasture the flocks."

ERV

And he said, I seek my brethren: tell me, I pray thee, where they are feeding the flock.

NHEB

He said, "I am looking for my brothers. Tell me, please, where they are pasturing the flock."

SMT

And he will say, I am seeking my brethren; announce to me now where they are feeding.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Genesis 37:16

AndhesaidH559VerbIseekH1245VerbmybrethrenH251Noun Masculine tellH5046VerbmeIpraytheewhereH375theyfeedH7462Verbtheirflocks

Commentary for Genesis 37:16

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

Overview of Genesis 37:16

Summary

Joseph seeks location information from helpful stranger

Place

Field

Event

Joseph asks stranger for directional guidance

Estimated Time Period

c. 1900 BC