Judges 19:20

And the old man said, Peace be with thee; howsoever let all thy wants lie upon me; only lodge not in the street.

King James Version

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Other Translations for Judges 19:20

BSB

"Peace to you," said the old man. "Let me supply everything you need. Only do not spend the night in the square."

AKJV

And the old man said, Peace be with you; howsoever let all your wants lie on me; only lodge not in the street.

CPDV

And the old man responded to him: "Peace be with you. I will provide all that is necessary. Only, I beg you, do not stay in the street."

ERV

And the old man said, Peace be unto thee; howsoever let all thy wants lie upon me; only lodge not in the street.

NHEB

And the old man said, "Peace be to you. I will take care of all your needs; however, do not spend the night in the square."

SMT

And the old man will say, Peace to thee: only all thy want upon me; only in the street thou shalt not lodge.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Judges 19:20

AndtheoldH2205Adjective manH376Noun Masculine saidH559Verb PeaceH7965Noun MasculinebewiththeehowsoeverH7535AdverbletallthywantsH4270Noun MasculinelieuponmeonlylodgeH3885VerbnotinthestreetH7339Noun Feminine

Commentary for Judges 19:20

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

Overview of Judges 19:20

Summary

Elderly man welcomes travelers and offers hospitality

Place

Gibeah

Event

Old man extends hospitality

Estimated Time Period

c. 1100 BC