Genesis 49:27

Benjamin shall ravin as a wolf: in the morning he shall devour the prey, and at night he shall divide the spoil.

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Other Translations for Genesis 49:27

BSB
Benjamin is a ravenous wolf; in the morning he devours the prey, in the evening he divides the plunder."
AKJV
Benjamin shall shred as a wolf: in the morning he shall devour the prey, and at night he shall divide the spoil.
CPDV
Benjamin is a ravenous wolf, in the morning he will eat the prey, and in the evening he will divide the spoil."
ERV
Benjamin is a wolf that ravineth: In the morning he shall devour the prey, And at even he shall divide the spoil.
NHEB
Benjamin is a ravenous wolf. In the morning he will devour the prey, and at evening he will divide the plunder."
SMT
Benjamin, a Wolf, tearing in pieces; in the morning will he eat the prey, and at evening he will divide the prey.

Commentary for Genesis 49:27

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Genesis 49:27
Summary
Benjamin exhibits predatory aggression and violent acquisition
Event
Jacob prophesies Benjamin's violence
Estimated Time Period
c. 1800 BC
Category
Prophecy