Genesis 27:9
Genesis 27:9 in Multiple Translations
Go out to the flock and bring me two choice young goats, so that I can make them into a tasty dish for your father—the kind he loves.
Go now to the flock, and fetch me from thence two good kids of the goats; and I will make them savoury meat for thy father, such as he loveth:
Go now to the flock, and fetch me from thence two good kids of the goats; and I will make them savory food for thy father, such as he loveth:
Go to the flock and get me two fat young goats; and I will make of them a meal to your father's taste:
Go to the flock and bring me two nice young goats. I'll cook them and make the tasty food your father loves.
Get thee nowe to the flocke, and bring me thence two good kids of the goates, that I may make pleasant meate of them for thy father, such as he loueth.
Go, I pray thee, unto the flock, and take for me from thence two good kids of the goats, and I make them tasteful things for thy father, [such] as he hath loved;
Go now to the flock and get me two good young goats from there. I will make them savory food for your father, such as he loves.
Go now to the flock, and bring me from thence two good kids of the goats; and I will make them savory meat for thy father, such as he loveth:
And go thy way to the flock, bring me two kids of the best, that I may make of them meat for thy father, such as he gladly eateth:
Go out to the flock and kill two nice young goats and bring the meat to me. Then I will prepare some tasty food for your father, the way he likes it.
Go to the place where we keep our goats. Get 2 really good young goats and bring them back here. I will cook those goats and make some good food for your father, just the way he likes it.
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Genesis 27:9 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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HEB
לֶךְ
נָא֙
אֶל
הַ/צֹּ֔אן
וְ/קַֽח
לִ֣/י
מִ/שָּׁ֗ם
שְׁנֵ֛י
גְּדָיֵ֥י
עִזִּ֖ים
טֹבִ֑ים
וְ/אֶֽעֱשֶׂ֨ה
אֹתָ֧/ם
מַטְעַמִּ֛ים
לְ/אָבִ֖י/ךָ
כַּ/אֲשֶׁ֥ר
אָהֵֽב
לֶךְ
yâlak
H3212
to walk
V-Qal-Impv-2ms
נָא֙
nâʼ
H4994
please
Part
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep
הַ/צֹּ֔אן
tsôʼn
H6629
Sheep (Gate)
Art | N-cs
וְ/קַֽח
lâqach
H3947
to take
Conj | V-Qal-Impv-2ms
לִ֣/י
Prep | Suff
מִ/שָּׁ֗ם
shâm
H8033
there
Prep | Adv
שְׁנֵ֛י
shᵉnayim
H8147
two
Adj
גְּדָיֵ֥י
gᵉdîy
H1423
kid
N-mp
עִזִּ֖ים
ʻêz
H5795
goat
N-fp
טֹבִ֑ים
ṭôwb
H2896
pleasant
Adj
וְ/אֶֽעֱשֶׂ֨ה
ʻâsâh
H6213
to make
Conj | V-Qal-Imperf-1cs
אֹתָ֧/ם
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM | Suff
מַטְעַמִּ֛ים
maṭʻam
H4303
delicacy
N-mp
לְ/אָבִ֖י/ךָ
ʼâb
H1
father
Prep | N-ms | Suff
כַּ/אֲשֶׁ֥ר
ʼăsher
H834
which
Prep | Rel
אָהֵֽב
ʼâhab
H157
to love
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Genesis 27:9
לֶךְ
yâlak
H3212
"to walk"
V-Qal-Impv-2ms
To walk or go, this verb means to move from one place to another, used literally or figuratively, as in to live or die, or to lead someone.
Definition: 1) to go, walk, come 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to go, walk, come, depart, proceed, move, go away 1a2) to die, live, manner of life (fig.) 1b) (Hiphil) to lead, bring, lead away, carry, cause to walk
Usage: Occurs in 936 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] again, away, bear, bring, carry (away), come (away), depart, flow, [phrase] follow(-ing), get (away, hence, him), (cause to, made) go (away, -ing, -ne, one's way, out), grow, lead (forth), let down, march, prosper, [phrase] pursue, cause to run, spread, take away (-journey), vanish, (cause to) walk(-ing), wax, [idiom] be weak. See also: Genesis 3:14; Exodus 5:8; Deuteronomy 28:14.
נָא֙
nâʼ
H4994
"please"
Part
The Hebrew word 'nâ'' is used to express a polite request, like 'please' or 'I pray', and is often added to verbs to make them more polite. In the Bible, it appears in passages like Ezra's reading of the law to the people.
Definition: 1) I (we) pray, now, please 1a) used in entreaty or exhortation
Usage: Occurs in 374 OT verses. KJV: I beseech (pray) thee (you), go to, now, oh. See also: Genesis 12:11; Judges 4:19; 1 Kings 13:6.
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Prep
This Hebrew word means 'to' or 'toward', showing direction or movement. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, to indicate where someone is going. The KJV translates it in various ways, like 'about', 'according to', or 'against'.
Definition: 1) to, toward, unto (of motion) 2) into (limit is actually entered) 2a) in among 3) toward (of direction, not necessarily physical motion) 4) against (motion or direction of a hostile character) 5) in addition to, to 6) concerning, in regard to, in reference to, on account of 7) according to (rule or standard) 8) at, by, against (of one's presence) 9) in between, in within, to within, unto (idea of motion to)
Usage: Occurs in 4205 OT verses. KJV: about, according to, after, against, among, as for, at, because(-fore, -side), both...and, by, concerning, for, from, [idiom] hath, in(-to), near, (out) of, over, through, to(-ward), under, unto, upon, whether, with(-in). See also: Genesis 1:9; Genesis 21:14; Genesis 31:13.
הַ/צֹּ֔אן
tsôʼn
H6629
"Sheep (Gate)"
Art | N-cs
This word refers to a flock of sheep or goats, and is sometimes used to describe people in a figurative sense. It is also associated with the Sheep Gate in Jerusalem, a significant location in biblical times.
Definition: This name means sheep and goats Also named: probatikos (προβατικός "Sheep Gate" G4262)
Usage: Occurs in 247 OT verses. KJV: (small) cattle, flock ([phrase] -s), lamb ([phrase] -s), sheep(-cote, -fold, -shearer, -herds). See also: Genesis 4:2; Deuteronomy 28:31; Psalms 44:12.
וְ/קַֽח
lâqach
H3947
"to take"
Conj | V-Qal-Impv-2ms
This Hebrew word means to take or get something, and it is used in many different ways in the Bible. It can mean to take a wife, to take possession of something, or to receive a gift. For example, in Genesis 2:22, God takes a rib from Adam to create Eve.
Definition: : take 1) to take, get, fetch, lay hold of, seize, receive, acquire, buy, bring, marry, take a wife, snatch, take away 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to take, take in the hand 1a2) to take and carry along 1a3) to take from, take out of, take, carry away, take away 1a4) to take to or for a person, procure, get, take possession of, select, choose, take in marriage, receive, accept 1a5) to take up or upon, put upon 1a6) to fetch 1a7) to take, lead, conduct 1a8) to take, capture, seize 1a9) to take, carry off 1a10) to take (vengeance) 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be captured 1b2) to be taken away, be removed 1b3) to be taken, brought unto 1c) (Pual) 1c1) to be taken from or out of 1c2) to be stolen from 1c3) to be taken captive 1c4) to be taken away, be removed 1d) (Hophal) 1d1) to be taken unto, be brought unto 1d2) to be taken out of 1d3) to be taken away 1e) (Hithpael) 1e1) to take hold of oneself 1e2) to flash about (of lightning)
Usage: Occurs in 909 OT verses. KJV: accept, bring, buy, carry away, drawn, fetch, get, infold, [idiom] many, mingle, place, receive(-ing), reserve, seize, send for, take (away, -ing, up), use, win. See also: Genesis 2:15; Genesis 34:17; Exodus 30:23.
לִ֣/י
""
Prep | Suff
מִ/שָּׁ֗ם
shâm
H8033
"there"
Prep | Adv
The Hebrew word sham means there or then, often used to describe a location or point in time. It can also mean thither or thence, indicating movement or direction. This word is used frequently in the Bible to provide context and clarify the setting of a story.
Definition: 1) there, thither 1a) there 1b) thither (after verbs of motion) 1c) from there, thence 1d) then (as an adverb of time) Aramaic equivalent: tam.mah (תַּמָּה "there" H8536)
Usage: Occurs in 732 OT verses. KJV: in it, [phrase] thence, there (-in, [phrase] of, [phrase] out), [phrase] thither, [phrase] whither. See also: Genesis 2:8; Exodus 21:33; Deuteronomy 19:4.
שְׁנֵ֛י
shᵉnayim
H8147
"two"
Adj
The Hebrew word for the number two appears in Genesis and Exodus, describing pairs and dualities. It can also mean double or twice. In the Bible, it is often used to describe things that come in twos, like two witnesses or two tablets.
Definition: 1) two 1a) two (the cardinal number) 1a1) two, both, double, twice 1b) second (the ordinal number) 1c) in combination with other numbers 1d) both (a dual number)
Usage: Occurs in 646 OT verses. KJV: both, couple, double, second, twain, [phrase] twelfth, [phrase] twelve, [phrase] twenty (sixscore) thousand, twice, two. See also: Genesis 1:16; Exodus 30:4; Numbers 13:23.
גְּדָיֵ֥י
gᵉdîy
H1423
"kid"
N-mp
A young goat, often referred to as a kid, is a juvenile goat in the Bible. This word is used to describe a goat that is still young and developing. It appears in various contexts, including biblical descriptions of animals.
Definition: kid, young male goat
Usage: Occurs in 16 OT verses. KJV: kid. See also: Genesis 27:9; Judges 6:19; Isaiah 11:6.
עִזִּ֖ים
ʻêz
H5795
"goat"
N-fp
Refers to a female goat, often translated as she-goat or kid, and is also related to goat's hair in the Bible.
Definition: female goat, she-goat, goat, kid Aramaic equivalent: ez (עֵז "goat" H5796)
Usage: Occurs in 74 OT verses. KJV: (she) goat, kid. See also: Genesis 15:9; Numbers 7:58; Proverbs 27:27.
טֹבִ֑ים
ṭôwb
H2896
"pleasant"
Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means good or welfare, describing something that is beneficial or pleasing, like a good deed or a happy time. It is used in many contexts, including Genesis and Psalms. This word is often translated as 'good' or 'beautiful'.
Definition: adj 1) good, pleasant, agreeable 1a) pleasant, agreeable (to the senses) 1b) pleasant (to the higher nature) 1c) good, excellent (of its kind) 1d) good, rich, valuable in estimation 1e) good, appropriate, becoming 1f) better (comparative) 1g) glad, happy, prosperous (of man's sensuous nature) 1h) good understanding (of man's intellectual nature) 1i) good, kind, benign 1j) good, right (ethical) Aramaic equivalent: tav (טָב "fine" H2869)
Usage: Occurs in 521 OT verses. KJV: beautiful, best, better, bountiful, cheerful, at ease, [idiom] fair (word), (be in) favour, fine, glad, good (deed, -lier, -liest, -ly, -ness, -s), graciously, joyful, kindly, kindness, liketh (best), loving, merry, [idiom] most, pleasant, [phrase] pleaseth, pleasure, precious, prosperity, ready, sweet, wealth, welfare, (be) well(-favoured). See also: Genesis 1:4; Ruth 2:22; 2 Chronicles 3:8.
וְ/אֶֽעֱשֶׂ֨ה
ʻâsâh
H6213
"to make"
Conj | V-Qal-Imperf-1cs
This verb means to make or do something, and is used over 2,600 times in the Bible. It is first used in Genesis 1:7 to describe God's creation of the world and is also used in Exodus 31:5 to describe the work of skilled craftsmen.
Definition: : make(OBJECT) 1) to do, fashion, accomplish, make 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to do, work, make, produce 1a1a) to do 1a1b) to work 1a1c) to deal (with) 1a1d) to act, act with effect, effect 1a2) to make 1a2a) to make 1a2b) to produce 1a2c) to prepare 1a2d) to make (an offering) 1a2e) to attend to, put in order 1a2f) to observe, celebrate 1a2g) to acquire (property) 1a2h) to appoint, ordain, institute 1a2i) to bring about 1a2j) to use 1a2k) to spend, pass 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be done 1b2) to be made 1b3) to be produced 1b4) to be offered 1b5) to be observed 1b6) to be used 1c) (Pual) to be made
Usage: Occurs in 2286 OT verses. KJV: accomplish, advance, appoint, apt, be at, become, bear, bestow, bring forth, bruise, be busy, [idiom] certainly, have the charge of, commit, deal (with), deck, [phrase] displease, do, (ready) dress(-ed), (put in) execute(-ion), exercise, fashion, [phrase] feast, (fight-) ing man, [phrase] finish, fit, fly, follow, fulfill, furnish, gather, get, go about, govern, grant, great, [phrase] hinder, hold (a feast), [idiom] indeed, [phrase] be industrious, [phrase] journey, keep, labour, maintain, make, be meet, observe, be occupied, offer, [phrase] officer, pare, bring (come) to pass, perform, pracise, prepare, procure, provide, put, requite, [idiom] sacrifice, serve, set, shew, [idiom] sin, spend, [idiom] surely, take, [idiom] thoroughly, trim, [idiom] very, [phrase] vex, be (warr-) ior, work(-man), yield, use. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 34:19; Exodus 18:24.
אֹתָ֧/ם
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM | Suff
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
מַטְעַמִּ֛ים
maṭʻam
H4303
"delicacy"
N-mp
In the Bible, this Hebrew word refers to delicious or savory food, like a special treat. It is used to describe the fine foods enjoyed by kings and wealthy people. This word is often translated as 'dainty' or 'savoury meat'.
Definition: tasty or savory food, delectable food, dainties
Usage: Occurs in 8 OT verses. KJV: dainty (meat), savoury meat. See also: Genesis 27:4; Genesis 27:17; Proverbs 23:3.
לְ/אָבִ֖י/ךָ
ʼâb
H1
"father"
Prep | N-ms | Suff
In Hebrew, this word means father, whether literal or figurative. It is used to describe God as the father of his people, as well as human fathers like Abraham. The word is about a paternal relationship or authority.
Definition: 1) father of an individual 2) of God as father of his people 3) head or founder of a household, group, family, or clan 4) ancestor 4a) grandfather, forefathers - of person 4b) of people 5) originator or patron of a class, profession, or art 6) of producer, generator (fig.) 7) of benevolence and protection (fig.) 8) term of respect and honour 9) ruler or chief (spec.) Also means: av (אַב "father" H0002)
Usage: Occurs in 1060 OT verses. KJV: chief, (fore-) father(-less), [idiom] patrimony, principal. Compare names in 'Abi-'. See also: Genesis 2:24; Genesis 42:37; Leviticus 19:3.
כַּ/אֲשֶׁ֥ר
ʼăsher
H834
"which"
Prep | Rel
This Hebrew word is a conjunction that connects ideas and events in the Bible, like in the book of Genesis, where it's used to describe the relationship between God and His creation.
Definition: A: 1) (relative part.) 1a) which, who 1b) that which 2) (conj) 2a) that (in obj clause) 2b) when 2c) since 2d) as 2e) conditional if B: Beth+ 1) in (that) which 2) (adv) 2a) where 3) (conj) 3a) in that, inasmuch as 3b) on account of C: Mem+ 1) from (or than) that which 2) from (the place) where 3) from (the fact) that, since D: Kaph+ 1) (conj.), according as, as, when 1a) according to that which, according as, as 1b) with a causal force: in so far as, since 1c) with a temporal force: when
Usage: Occurs in 4440 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, [idiom] alike, as (soon as), because, [idiom] every, for, [phrase] forasmuch, [phrase] from whence, [phrase] how(-soever), [idiom] if, (so) that ((thing) which, wherein), [idiom] though, [phrase] until, [phrase] whatsoever, when, where ([phrase] -as, -in, -of, -on, -soever, -with), which, whilst, [phrase] whither(-soever), who(-m, -soever, -se). As it is indeclinable, it is often accompanied by the personal pronoun expletively, used to show the connection. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 20:9; Genesis 31:16.
אָהֵֽב
ʼâhab
H157
"to love"
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
To love means to have affection for someone or something, including family, romance, or God. It can also describe being a friend or having appetite for things like food or wisdom.
Definition: : lover 1) to love 1a) (Qal) 1a1) human love for another, includes family, and sexual 1a2) human appetite for objects such as food, drink, sleep, wisdom 1a3) human love for or to God 1a4) act of being a friend 1a4a) lover (participle) 1a4b) friend (participle) 1a5) God's love toward man 1a5a) to individual men 1a5b) to people Israel 1a5c) to righteousness 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) lovely (participle) 1b2) loveable (participle) 1c) (Piel) 1c1) friends 1c2) lovers (fig. of adulterers) 2) to like Also means: a.hav (אָהֵב ": friend" H0157H)
Usage: Occurs in 195 OT verses. KJV: (be-) love(-d, -ly, -r), like, friend. See also: Genesis 22:2; Psalms 116:1; Psalms 4:3.
Study Notes — Genesis 27:9
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- Genesis 27:9 Summary
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- Gill's Exposition on Genesis 27:9
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 27:9
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Genesis 27:9
- Trapp's Commentary on Genesis 27:9
- Ellicott's Commentary on Genesis 27:9
- Whedon's Commentary on Genesis 27:9
- Sermons on Genesis 27:9
Context — Isaac Blesses Jacob
7‘Bring me some game and prepare me a tasty dish to eat, so that I may bless you in the presence of the LORD before I die.’
8Now, my son, listen to my voice and do exactly as I tell you.
9Go out to the flock and bring me two choice young goats, so that I can make them into a tasty dish for your father—the kind he loves.
10Then take it to your father to eat, so that he may bless you before he dies.” 11Jacob answered his mother Rebekah, “Look, my brother Esau is a hairy man, but I am smooth-skinned.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Judges 13:15 | “Please stay here,” Manoah said to the angel of the LORD, “and we will prepare a young goat for you.” |
| 2 | 1 Samuel 16:20 | And Jesse took a donkey loaded with bread, a skin of wine, and one young goat, and sent them to Saul with his son David. |
Genesis 27:9 Summary
In Genesis 27:9, Rebekah is asking Jacob to help her deceive his father Isaac by preparing a special dish that he loves. This shows that Rebekah is trying to control the situation and get what she wants, rather than trusting in God's plan. We can learn from this that it's better to trust in God and wait for His timing, rather than trying to manipulate circumstances to get what we want (as seen in Psalm 37:7). By trusting in God, we can have peace and confidence, even in difficult situations, as mentioned in Philippians 4:6-7.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of Rebekah asking for two choice young goats in Genesis 27:9?
Rebekah is trying to deceive Isaac by preparing a dish that he loves, as mentioned in Genesis 27:9, in order to receive the blessing meant for Esau, as seen in Genesis 27:7 and Genesis 25:28.
Why is Rebekah involving Jacob in her plan to deceive Isaac?
Rebekah involves Jacob in her plan because she wants to ensure that Jacob receives the blessing from Isaac, as seen in Genesis 27:8, and she believes this deception is necessary to achieve that goal, as mentioned in Genesis 27:10.
Is Rebekah's actions in Genesis 27:9 in line with God's will?
While Rebekah's actions may seem justified to her, they are not in line with God's will, as seen in Romans 12:17, which teaches us to not repay evil for evil, but rather to trust in God's sovereignty, as mentioned in Proverbs 19:21.
What can we learn from Rebekah's actions in Genesis 27:9?
We can learn that our actions have consequences, and that we should trust in God's plan and timing, rather than taking matters into our own hands, as seen in Psalm 37:7 and Proverbs 3:5-6.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I try to manipulate situations to get what I want, and how can I trust in God's sovereignty instead?
- How can I apply the principle of trust in God's plan, as seen in Proverbs 3:5-6, to my own life and circumstances?
- What are some areas in my life where I need to let go of control and trust in God's goodness, as mentioned in Romans 8:28?
- How can I use this verse as an opportunity to reflect on my own relationships and communication with others, and how can I improve them in a way that honors God, as seen in Ephesians 4:29-32?
Gill's Exposition on Genesis 27:9
Go now to the flock,.... To the flock he had the care of, and that immediately, for the case required haste: and fetch me from thence two good kids of the goats; two young kids that were fat, as
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 27:9
Bring me venison, and make me savoury meat, that I may eat, and bless thee before the LORD before my death. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Genesis 27:9
It is observable, that as Jacob deceived his father by a kid, so his sons deceived him by the same creature, . I will make them savoury meat, out of their most tender and delicate parts; wherewith it was not difficult to deceive Isaac, partly because of the likeness of the flesh, especially being altered by convenient sauce; and partly because the same old age which had dimmed Isaac’ s sight had also dulled his other senses.
Trapp's Commentary on Genesis 27:9
Genesis 27:9 Go now to the flock, and fetch me from thence two good kids of the goats; and I will make them savoury meat for thy father, such as he loveth:Ver. 9. Savoury meat for thy father, &c.] She knew his diet, and could fit his tooth. The wife is to take care to please (μεριμνα) her husband; to use her wits, and busy her thoughts how to give him content in diet, and other things of the world, as the apostle hath it. It was devilish policy in Agrippina, the mother of Nero - and it came home to her - to temper the poison that she gave her husband Claudius the emperor, in the meat he most delighted in, and then to make a jest of it. Let us be sure to bring God such service as he loveth. He will eat, not only our "honey," but our "honeycomb"; he will drink, not only our "wine," but our "milk"; take in good part unperfect performances, so the heart be upright. But displeasing service is a double dishonour. The fat of rams was rejected with infinite disdain, where the hands are full of blood, the heart of sin. The philosopher could complain of his countrymen, that when they went to offer sacrifice to health, they did then banquet most riotously against health. Dixit Nero boletos θεωνβρωμαειναι, quod Claudius boleto in numerum Deorum relatus esset. - Dio.
Diog. Laert.
Ellicott's Commentary on Genesis 27:9
(9) Two good kids.—These would be about equal to one antelope or animal of the larger game. After Isaac had eaten of the flesh, so solemn an occasion would doubtless be marked by a feast for those, at least in the foremost tents, if not for all the household and followers of Isaac.
Whedon's Commentary on Genesis 27:9
9. Go now to the flock — Isaac had said to Esau: “Go out to the field.” Genesis 27:3. The flock was nearer at hand. Two good kids — A bountiful meal is provided.
Sermons on Genesis 27:9
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Abominable Apostasy by Scott Hynds | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of bringing souls to King Jesus as the only thing of eternal value. The scripture passage discussed is 1 Samuel 16:20-21, wher |