Genesis 44:32

For thy servant became surety for the lad unto my father, saying, If I bring him not unto thee, then I shall bear the blame to my father for ever.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Genesis 44:32

BSB
Indeed, your servant guaranteed the boy's safety to my father, saying, 'If I do not return him to you, I will bear the guilt before you, my father, all my life.'
AKJV
For your servant became surety for the lad to my father, saying, If I bring him not to you, then I shall bear the blame to my father for ever.
CPDV
Let me be your very own servant, for I accepted this one into my trust, and I promised, saying: 'Unless I lead him back, I will be guilty of a sin against my father for all time.'
ERV
For thy servant became surety for the lad unto my father, saying, If I bring him not unto thee, then shall I bear the blame to my father for ever.
NHEB
For your servant became collateral for the boy to my father, saying, 'If I do not bring him to you, then I will bear the blame to my father forever.'
SMT
For thy servant became surety for the youth with my father, saying, If I shall not bring him to thee, I sinned against my father all the days.

Commentary for Genesis 44:32

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Overview of Genesis 44:32
Summary
Judah personally guaranteed youngest son's safe return.
Event
Judah recalls his pledge
Estimated Time Period
c. 1850 BC
Category
Narrative