Genesis 44:29
Genesis 44:29 in Multiple Translations
Now if you also take this one from me and harm comes to him, you will bring my gray hair down to Sheol in sorrow.’
And if ye take this also from me, and mischief befall him, ye shall bring down my gray hairs with sorrow to the grave.
and if ye take this one also from me, and harm befall him, ye will bring down my gray hairs with sorrow to Sheol.
If now you take this one from me, and some evil comes to him, you will make my grey head go down in sorrow to the underworld.
If you take this one away from me too, and something bad happens to him, you'll send this old man to his grave in grief.’
Nowe yee take this also away from me: if death take him, then yee shall bring my graye head in sorowe to the graue.
when ye have taken also this from my presence, and mischief hath met him, then ye have brought down my grey hairs with evil to sheol.
If you take this one also from me, and harm happens to him, you will bring down my gray hairs with sorrow to Sheol.’
And if ye take this also from me, and mischief shall befall him, ye will bring down my gray hairs with sorrow to the grave.
If you take this also, and any thing befall him in the way you will bring down my gray hairs with sorrow unto hell.
I am an old gray-haired man. If you take this other one from me, too, and something harms him, you would cause me to die because of my sorrow.’
So now your youngest brother, he is the only one of Rachel’s sons that I have left. If you take him away from me, he might get hurt, or he might die. You know, I am an old man. If something bad happens to my son, I will be so sad that I will die.’”
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Genesis 44:29 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וּ/לְקַחְתֶּ֧ם
גַּם
אֶת
זֶ֛ה
מֵ/עִ֥ם
פָּנַ֖/י
וְ/קָרָ֣/הוּ
אָס֑וֹן
וְ/הֽוֹרַדְתֶּ֧ם
אֶת
שֵׂיבָתִ֛/י
בְּ/רָעָ֖ה
שְׁאֹֽלָ/ה
וּ/לְקַחְתֶּ֧ם
lâqach
H3947
to take
Conj | V-Qal-2mp
גַּם
gam
H1571
also
DirObjM
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
זֶ֛ה
zeh
H2088
this
Pron
מֵ/עִ֥ם
ʻim
H5973
with
Prep | Prep
פָּנַ֖/י
pânîym
H6440
face
N-cp | Suff
וְ/קָרָ֣/הוּ
qârâh
H7136
to meet
Conj | V-Qal-3ms | Suff
אָס֑וֹן
ʼâçôwn
H611
harm
N-ms
וְ/הֽוֹרַדְתֶּ֧ם
yârad
H3381
to go down
Conj | V-Hiphil-2mp
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
שֵׂיבָתִ֛/י
sêybâh
H7872
greyheaded
N-fs | Suff
בְּ/רָעָ֖ה
raʻ
H7451
bad
Prep | N-fs
שְׁאֹֽלָ/ה
shᵉʼôwl
H7585
hell
N-proper | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Genesis 44:29
וּ/לְקַחְתֶּ֧ם
lâqach
H3947
"to take"
Conj | V-Qal-2mp
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.
גַּם
gam
H1571
"also"
DirObjM
Also means 'even' or 'too', used for emphasis or to connect ideas, like 'both...and' or 'neither...nor'. It can introduce a climax or show contrast.
Definition: 1) also, even, indeed, moreover, yea 1a) also, moreover (giving emphasis) 1b) neither, neither...nor (with negative) 1c) even (for stress) 1d) indeed, yea (introducing climax) 1e) also (of correspondence or retribution) 1f) but, yet, though (adversative) 1g) even, yea, yea though (with 'when' in hypothetical case) 2) (TWOT) again, alike
Usage: Occurs in 661 OT verses. KJV: again, alike, also, (so much) as (soon), both (so)...and, but, either...or, even, for all, (in) likewise (manner), moreover, nay...neither, one, then(-refore), though, what, with, yea. See also: Genesis 3:6; Exodus 19:9; 1 Samuel 14:21.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
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.
זֶ֛ה
zeh
H2088
"this"
Pron
This word is a pronoun meaning this or that, used to point out a specific person or thing. It appears in many contexts, including Genesis and Psalms, to indicate something specific. The KJV translates it as he, here, or it.
Definition: 1) this, this one, here, which, this...that, the one...the other, another, such 1a) (alone) 1a1) this one 1a2) this...that, the one...the other, another 1b) (appos to subst) 1b1) this 1c) (as predicate) 1c1) this, such 1d) (enclitically) 1d1) then 1d2) who, whom 1d3) how now, what now 1d4) what now 1d5) wherefore now 1d6) behold here 1d7) just now 1d8) now, now already 1e) (poetry) 1e1) wherein, which, those who 1f) (with prefixes) 1f1) in this (place) here, then 1f2) on these conditions, herewith, thus provided, by, through this, for this cause, in this matter 1f3) thus and thus 1f4) as follows, things such as these, accordingly, to that effect, in like manner, thus and thus 1f5) from here, hence, on one side...on the other side 1f6) on this account 1f7) in spite of this, which, whence, how
Usage: Occurs in 1061 OT verses. KJV: he, [idiom] hence, [idiom] here, it(-self), [idiom] now, [idiom] of him, the one...the other, [idiom] than the other, ([idiom] out of) the (self) same, such (a one) that, these, this (hath, man), on this side...on that side, [idiom] thus, very, which. Compare H2063 (זֹאת), H2090 (זֹה), H2097 (זוֹ), H2098 (זוּ). See also: Genesis 5:1; Exodus 10:17; Numbers 14:16.
מֵ/עִ֥ם
ʻim
H5973
"with"
Prep | Prep
This Hebrew word means with or together, like when God is with his people in Exodus 33:14-15. It's used to describe accompaniment or association, and can also mean against or beside. The word is used to convey a sense of relationship or proximity between people or things.
Definition: 1) with 1a) with 1b) against 1c) toward 1d) as long as
Usage: Occurs in 919 OT verses. KJV: accompanying, against, and, as ([idiom] long as), before, beside, by (reason of), for all, from (among, between), in, like, more than, of, (un-) to, with(-al). See also: Genesis 3:6; Exodus 21:14; Deuteronomy 29:11.
פָּנַ֖/י
pânîym
H6440
"face"
N-cp | Suff
This word means face or presence, like being in front of someone or something. It's used in many contexts, like in Genesis, Exodus, and Psalms, to describe interactions and relationships.
Definition: : face 1) face 1a) face, faces 1b) presence, person 1c) face (of seraphim or cherubim) 1d) face (of animals) 1e) face, surface (of ground) 1f) as adv of loc/temp 1f1) before and behind, toward, in front of, forward, formerly, from beforetime, before 1g) with prep 1g1) in front of, before, to the front of, in the presence of, in the face of, at the face or front of, from the presence of, from before, from before the face of
Usage: Occurs in 1891 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] accept, a-(be-) fore(-time), against, anger, [idiom] as (long as), at, [phrase] battle, [phrase] because (of), [phrase] beseech, countenance, edge, [phrase] employ, endure, [phrase] enquire, face, favour, fear of, for, forefront(-part), form(-er time, -ward), from, front, heaviness, [idiom] him(-self), [phrase] honourable, [phrase] impudent, [phrase] in, it, look(-eth) (-s), [idiom] me, [phrase] meet, [idiom] more than, mouth, of, off, (of) old (time), [idiom] on, open, [phrase] out of, over against, the partial, person, [phrase] please, presence, propect, was purposed, by reason of, [phrase] regard, right forth, [phrase] serve, [idiom] shewbread, sight, state, straight, [phrase] street, [idiom] thee, [idiom] them(-selves), through ([phrase] -out), till, time(-s) past, (un-) to(-ward), [phrase] upon, upside ([phrase] down), with(-in, [phrase] -stand), [idiom] ye, [idiom] you. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 43:31; Exodus 30:16.
וְ/קָרָ֣/הוּ
qârâh
H7136
"to meet"
Conj | V-Qal-3ms | Suff
This Hebrew word means to lay beams, or to build with beams. It is used in the book of Exodus to describe the construction of the tabernacle. The word is used to describe a building process.
Definition: 1) to encounter, meet, befall, happen, come to meet 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to encounter, meet 1a2) to befall 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to encounter, meet (without pre-arrangement) 1b2) to chance to be present 1b3) to come to meet 1c) (Hiphil) to cause to meet, appoint
Usage: Occurs in 27 OT verses. KJV: appoint, lay (make) beams, befall, bring, come (to pass unto), floor, (hap) was, happen (unto), meet, send good speed. See also: Genesis 24:12; 1 Samuel 28:10; Psalms 104:3.
אָס֑וֹן
ʼâçôwn
H611
"harm"
N-ms
This word means harm or hurt, describing something that causes evil or mischief. It is used in the Bible to describe the consequences of sin. The KJV translates it as mischief.
Definition: evil, mischief, harm, hurt
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: mischief. See also: Genesis 42:4; Genesis 44:29; Exodus 21:23.
וְ/הֽוֹרַדְתֶּ֧ם
yârad
H3381
"to go down"
Conj | V-Hiphil-2mp
To go down or descend, like going to a lower place or falling. It appears in Genesis and Exodus, describing people and things moving downwards.
Definition: 1) to go down, descend, decline, march down, sink down 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to go or come down 1a2) to sink 1a3) to be prostrated 1a4) to come down (of revelation) 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to bring down 1b2) to send down 1b3) to take down 1b4) to lay prostrate 1b5) to let down 1c) (Hophal) 1c1) to be brought down 1c2) to be taken down
Usage: Occurs in 345 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] abundantly, bring down, carry down, cast down, (cause to) come(-ing) down, fall (down), get down, go(-ing) down(-ward), hang down, [idiom] indeed, let down, light (down), put down (off), (cause to, let) run down, sink, subdue, take down. See also: Genesis 11:5; Judges 3:28; 2 Kings 1:15.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
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.
שֵׂיבָתִ֛/י
sêybâh
H7872
"greyheaded"
N-fs | Suff
This word describes old age, gray hair, or a long life. In the Bible, it is used to signify wisdom and experience, and is translated as gray or old age in the KJV.
Definition: 1) age, gray hair, hoary head, old age 1a) gray hair, hoary head 1b) old age
Usage: Occurs in 19 OT verses. KJV: (be) gray (grey hoar,-y) hairs (head,-ed), old age. See also: Genesis 15:15; 1 Kings 2:6; Psalms 71:18.
בְּ/רָעָ֖ה
raʻ
H7451
"bad"
Prep | N-fs
Ra means bad or evil, referring to moral or natural harm. It describes adversity, affliction, or distress, and is often used to convey a sense of misery or injury.
Definition: : harmful adj 1) bad, evil 1a) bad, disagreeable, malignant 1b) bad, unpleasant, evil (giving pain, unhappiness, misery) 1c) evil, displeasing 1d) bad (of its kind-land, water, etc) 1e) bad (of value) 1f) worse than, worst (comparison) 1g) sad, unhappy 1h) evil (hurtful) 1i) bad, unkind (vicious in disposition) 1j) bad, evil, wicked (ethically) 1j1) in general, of persons, of thoughts 1j2) deeds, actions
Usage: Occurs in 623 OT verses. KJV: adversity, affliction, bad, calamity, [phrase] displease(-ure), distress, evil((-favouredness), man, thing), [phrase] exceedingly, [idiom] great, grief(-vous), harm, heavy, hurt(-ful), ill (favoured), [phrase] mark, mischief(-vous), misery, naught(-ty), noisome, [phrase] not please, sad(-ly), sore, sorrow, trouble, vex, wicked(-ly, -ness, one), worse(-st), wretchedness, wrong. (Incl. feminine raaah; as adjective or noun.). See also: Genesis 2:9; Judges 9:57; 2 Kings 21:6.
שְׁאֹֽלָ/ה
shᵉʼôwl
H7585
"hell"
N-proper | Suff
Sheol refers to the underworld or grave, a place of no return where the dead reside, as seen in the Old Testament. It is often translated as hell or pit in the KJV. This concept is mentioned in various books, including Psalms and Isaiah.
Definition: Sheol, underworld, grave, hell, pit 1a) the underworld 1b) Sheol-the OT designation for the abode of the dead 1b1) place of no return 1b2) without praise of God 1b3) wicked sent there for punishment 1b4) righteous not abandoned to it 1b5) of the place of exile (fig) 1b6) of extreme degradation in sin
Usage: Occurs in 64 OT verses. KJV: grave, hell, pit. See also: Genesis 37:35; Psalms 139:8; Psalms 6:6.
Study Notes — Genesis 44:29
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Context — Judah Pleads for Benjamin
27And your servant my father said to us, ‘You know that my wife bore me two sons.
28When one of them was gone, I said: “Surely he has been torn to pieces.” And I have not seen him since.
29Now if you also take this one from me and harm comes to him, you will bring my gray hair down to Sheol in sorrow.’
30So if the boy is not with us when I return to your servant, and if my father, whose life is wrapped up in the boy’s life, 31sees that the boy is not with us, he will die. Then your servants will have brought the gray hair of your servant our father down to Sheol in sorrow.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Genesis 42:38 | But Jacob replied, “My son will not go down there with you, for his brother is dead, and he alone is left. If any harm comes to him on your journey, you will bring my gray hair down to Sheol in sorrow.” |
| 2 | Genesis 43:14 | May God Almighty grant you mercy before the man, that he may release your other brother along with Benjamin. As for me, if I am bereaved, I am bereaved.” |
| 3 | Deuteronomy 31:17 | On that day My anger will burn against them, and I will abandon them and hide My face from them, so that they will be consumed, and many troubles and afflictions will befall them. On that day they will say, ‘Have not these disasters come upon us because our God is no longer with us?’ |
| 4 | Genesis 44:31 | sees that the boy is not with us, he will die. Then your servants will have brought the gray hair of your servant our father down to Sheol in sorrow. |
| 5 | Genesis 42:36 | Their father Jacob said to them, “You have deprived me of my sons. Joseph is gone and Simeon is no more. Now you want to take Benjamin. Everything is going against me!” |
| 6 | Psalms 88:3–4 | For my soul is full of troubles, and my life draws near to Sheol. I am counted among those descending to the Pit. I am like a man without strength. |
Genesis 44:29 Summary
In Genesis 44:29, Jacob is saying that if anything happens to his son Benjamin, he will be so sad that he will die of a broken heart. This shows how much Jacob loves his sons and how worried he is about losing another one. Jacob's words remind us that our lives are not our own, and we should trust in God's plan, as seen in Jeremiah 29:11, where it says that God has a plan to prosper us, not to harm us. We can learn from Jacob's example to trust God with our fears and concerns, and to have faith that He is in control.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of Jacob's gray hair in Genesis 44:29?
Jacob's gray hair represents his advanced age and the wisdom that comes with it, as well as his vulnerability and concern for his sons, as seen in Genesis 44:29 and Genesis 37:35.
Why is Jacob so worried about losing another son in Genesis 44:29?
Jacob is worried because he has already lost one son, Joseph, and the thought of losing another, Benjamin, is too much for him to bear, as he expresses in Genesis 44:29 and Genesis 37:35.
What does Sheol mean in Genesis 44:29?
Sheol refers to the place of the dead, or the grave, as seen in other Bible verses like Psalms 9:17 and Ecclesiastes 3:19, where it is described as a place where all people go after they die.
How does Jacob's fear of losing Benjamin relate to his faith in God?
Jacob's fear shows that he is still trusting in his own strength and not fully in God's sovereignty, as seen in other Bible verses like Proverbs 3:5-6, where we are encouraged to trust in the Lord with all our heart.
Reflection Questions
- What are some things in my life that I am holding onto too tightly, and how can I trust God with them?
- How can I, like Jacob, express my concerns and fears to God, and trust in His goodness and sovereignty?
- What does it mean for me to 'bring my gray hair down to Sheol in sorrow', and how can I avoid a life of regret and sorrow?
- How can I balance my natural concerns and fears with faith and trust in God's plan, as seen in Romans 8:28?
Gill's Exposition on Genesis 44:29
And if ye take this also from me,.... His son Benjamin, as he perhaps suspected they had taken Joseph, and made away with him: and mischief befall him; either in Egypt, or on the road, going or
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 44:29
And he said, God forbid that I should do so: but the man in whose hand the cup is found, he shall be my servant; and as for you, get you up in peace unto your father. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Cambridge Bible on Genesis 44:29
29. mischief befall him] Cf. Genesis 42:4; Genesis 42:38. with sorrow] Heb. evil. “Evil” in the sense of “trouble,” as in Psalms 107:26, or “calamity,” as in Proverbs 24:16, a different word from “sorrow” in Genesis 42:38. the grave] Heb. Sheol. See ch. Genesis 37:35, Genesis 42:38.
Sermons on Genesis 44:29
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(Genesis) Genesis 42:29-38 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the story of Jacob and his sons in the land of Canaan. The brothers return to their father and tell him about their encounter with the man w |
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(Genesis) Genesis 42 Introduction by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the story of Joseph and his brothers during the time of famine in Egypt. Jacob, their father, sends 10 of his sons to Egypt to buy corn, but h |
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Esther 1:1 by William MacDonald | In this sermon, the speaker begins by expressing trepidation about attending a conference due to the abundance of food and treats. He then shares a personal experience that motivat |
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The Implosion of America by E.A. Johnston | In this sermon, the speaker discusses three principles that lead to a nation's downfall and destruction. The first principle is the absence of spiritual leadership in the church, w |
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(Genesis) Genesis 42:19-24 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of Joseph and his brothers from the book of Genesis. Joseph, who is now in a position of power in Egypt, tests his brothers to see |
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Spiritual Fluctuations by A.W. Pink | A.W. Pink explores the concept of 'Spiritual Fluctuations,' emphasizing that true Christians experience significant changes in their spiritual lives, contrasting with those who mai |
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The Christian's Assurance by A.W. Pink | A.W. Pink emphasizes the profound assurance found in Romans 8:28, illustrating how God orchestrates all circumstances for the good of those who love Him. He reassures believers tha |