Genesis 47:2

BSB · Public Domain (CC0)

“And he chose five of his brothers and presented them before Pharaoh.”

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BSBPD

“And he chose five of his brothers and presented them before Pharaoh.”

Berean Standard Bible · Public Domain (CC0)
KJVPD

“And he took some of his brethren, even five men, and presented them unto Pharaoh.”

King James Version · Public Domain
ASVPD

“And from among his brethren he took five men, and presented them unto Pharaoh.”

American Standard Version · Public Domain
YLTPD

“And out of his brethren he hath taken five men, and setteth them before Pharaoh;”

Young's Literal Translation · Public Domain
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Cross references

Other passages that echo Genesis 47:2 — 4 related verses from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.

  1. Acts 7:13On their second visit, Joseph revealed his identity to his brothers, and his family became known to Pharaoh.
  2. 2 Corinthians 4:14knowing that the One who raised the Lord Jesus will also raise us with Jesus and present us with you in His presence.
  3. Colossians 1:28We proclaim Him, admonishing and teaching everyone with all wisdom, so that we may present everyone perfect in Christ.
  4. Jude 1:24Now to Him who is able to keep you from stumbling and to present you unblemished in His glorious presence, with great joy—

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