Genesis 46:3

And he said, I am God, the God of thy father: fear not to go down into Egypt; for I will there make of thee a great nation:

King James Version
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Other Translations for Genesis 46:3

BSB
"I am God," He said, "the God of your father. Do not be afraid to go down to Egypt, for I will make you into a great nation there.
AKJV
And he said, I am God, the God of your father: fear not to go down into Egypt; for I will there make of you a great nation:
CPDV
God said to him: "I am the most strong God of your father. Do not be afraid. Descend into Egypt, for there I will make of you a great nation.
ERV
And he said, I am God, the God of thy father: fear not to go down into Egypt; for I will there make of thee a great nation:
NHEB
He said, "I am God, the God of your father. Do not be afraid to go down to Egypt, for there I will make you into a great nation.
SMT
And he will say, I am God, the God of thy father: thou shalt not fear going down to Egypt; for I will there make thee into a great nation.

Commentary for Genesis 46:3

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Overview of Genesis 46:3
Summary
God assures Jacob against fear and promises national greatness
Place
Beersheba
Event
God promises Jacob prosperity in Egypt
Estimated Time Period
c. 1876 BC
Category
Promise