Genesis 8:12

And he stayed yet other seven days; and sent forth the dove; which returned not again unto him any more.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Genesis 8:12

BSB
And Noah waited seven more days and sent out the dove again, but this time she did not return to him.
AKJV
And he stayed yet other seven days; and sent forth the dove; which returned not again to him any more.
CPDV
And nevertheless, he waited another seven days. And he sent forth the dove, which no longer returned to him.
ERV
And he stayed yet other seven days; and sent forth the dove; and she returned not again unto him any more.
NHEB
He stayed yet another seven days, and sent forth the dove; and she did not return to him any more.
SMT
And he will wait yet again, other seven days, and will send forth the dove; and she will not add to turn back to him yet again.

Commentary for Genesis 8:12

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Genesis 8:12
Summary
Dove doesn't return, land habitable
Event
Dove departs permanently
Estimated Time Period
Pre-history
Category
Narrative