Genesis 50:21

Now therefore fear ye not: I will nourish you, and your little ones. And he comforted them, and spake kindly unto them.

King James Version

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Other Translations for Genesis 50:21

BSB

Therefore do not be afraid. I will provide for you and your little ones." So Joseph reassured his brothers and spoke kindly to them.

AKJV

Now therefore fear you not: I will nourish you, and your little ones. And he comforted them, and spoke kindly to them.

CPDV

Do not be afraid. I will pasture you and your little ones." And he consoled them, and he spoke mildly and leniently.

ERV

Now therefore fear ye not: I will nourish you, and your little ones. And he comforted them, and spake kindly unto them.

NHEB

So therefore, do not be afraid. I will provide for you and your little ones. "And he consoled them and spoke kindly to them.

SMT

And now ye shall not fear: I will give you to eat, and your little ones. And he will comfort them, and will speak to their hearts.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Genesis 50:21

NowthereforefearH3372VerbyenotIwillnourishH3557VerbyouandyourlittleonesH2945Noun MasculineAndhecomfortedH5162VerbthemandspakeH1696Verb kindlyH3820Noun Masculineuntothem

Commentary for Genesis 50:21

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry

Overview of Genesis 50:21

Summary

Joseph promises provision and shows compassion

Place

Egypt

Event

Joseph comforts his brothers

Estimated Time Period

c. 1700 BC