Genesis 16:12
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King James Version (modern wording)
And he will be a wild man; his hand will be against every man, and every man's hand against him; and he shall dwell in the presence of all his brethren.
Genesis 16:12 (KJV)
American Standard Version
And he shall be as a wild ass among men; his hand shall be against every man, and every man’s hand against him; and he shall dwell over against all his brethren.
Genesis 16:12 (ASV)
Berean Standard Bible
He will be a wild donkey of a man, and his hand will be against everyone, and everyone’s hand against him; he will live in hostility toward all his brothers.”
Genesis 16:12 (BSB)
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What does Genesis 16:12 say?
Genesis 16:12 in modern King James wording reads: "And he will be a wild man; his hand will be against every man, and every man's hand against him; and he shall dwell in the presence of all his brethren."
Where is Genesis 16:12 found in the Bible?
Genesis 16:12 is verse 12 of chapter 16 of the book of Genesis, in the Old Testament. Genesis has 50 chapters.
Which translations of Genesis 16:12 can I read here?
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