Genesis 49:3
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King James Version (modern wording)
Reuben, you are my firstborn, my might, and the beginning of my strength, the excellency of dignity, and the excellency of power:
Genesis 49:3 (KJV)
American Standard Version
Reuben, thou art my first-born, my might, and the beginning of my strength; The pre-eminence of dignity, and the pre-eminence of power.
Genesis 49:3 (ASV)
Berean Standard Bible
Reuben, you are my firstborn, my might, and the beginning of my strength, excelling in honor, excelling in power.
Genesis 49:3 (BSB)
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What does Genesis 49:3 say?
Genesis 49:3 in modern King James wording reads: "Reuben, you are my firstborn, my might, and the beginning of my strength, the excellency of dignity, and the excellency of power:"
Where is Genesis 49:3 found in the Bible?
Genesis 49:3 is verse 3 of chapter 49 of the book of Genesis, in the Old Testament. Genesis has 50 chapters.
Which translations of Genesis 49:3 can I read here?
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