Genesis 38:23

And Judah said, Let her take it to her, lest we be shamed: behold, I sent this kid, and thou hast not found her.

King James Version
View Chapter

Other Translations for Genesis 38:23

BSB
"Let her keep the items," Judah replied. "Otherwise we will become a laughingstock. After all, I did send her this young goat, but you could not find her."
AKJV
And Judah said, Let her take it to her, lest we be shamed: behold, I sent this kid, and you have not found her.
CPDV
Judah said: "Let her hold herself to blame. Certainly, she is not able to accuse us of a lie. I sent the young goat that I had promised, and you did not find her."
ERV
And Judah said, Let her take it to her, lest we be put to shame: behold, I sent this kid, and thou hast not found her.
NHEB
Judah said, "Let her keep the things, lest we be publicly shamed. Look, I sent this young goat, but you did not find her."
SMT
And Judah will say, She shall take to her, lest we shall be for a contempt: Behold, I sent this kid, and thou didst not find her.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Genesis 38:23

Commentary for Genesis 38:23

Please note: this is not Scripture

These study resources are provided for informational purposes only. They reflect human interpretation, are subject to human error, and should not be considered divinely inspired or authoritative.

Overview of Genesis 38:23
Summary
Man abandons attempt to recover lost items
Event
Judah abandons pledge recovery attempt
Estimated Time Period
c. 1900 BC
Category
Narrative