Genesis 49:23

The archers have sorely grieved him, and shot at him, and hated him:

King James Version
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Other Translations for Genesis 49:23

BSB
The archers attacked him with bitterness; they aimed at him in hostility.
AKJV
The archers have sorely grieved him, and shot at him, and hated him:
CPDV
But those who held darts, provoked him, and they contend with him, and they envied him.
ERV
The archers have sorely grieved him, And shot at him, and persecuted him:
NHEB
The archers will attack him with bitterness, and shoot at him, and harass him.
SMT
This adversary will embitter him, and the lords of the arrows will lie in wait.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Genesis 49:23

ThearchersH2671Noun MasculinehaveH1167Noun MasculinesorelygrievedhimH4843VerbandshotH7232VerbathimandhatedhimH7852Verb

Commentary for Genesis 49:23

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Genesis 49:23
Summary
Joseph experiences intense hostility from adversaries
Event
Jacob describes Joseph's persecution
Estimated Time Period
c. 1800 BC
Category
Prophecy