Genesis 9:27
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King James Version (modern wording)
God shall enlarge Japheth, and he shall dwell in the tents of Shem; and Canaan shall be his servant.
Genesis 9:27 (KJV)
American Standard Version
God enlarge Japheth, And let him dwell in the tents of Shem; And let Canaan be his servant.
Genesis 9:27 (ASV)
Berean Standard Bible
May God expand the territory of Japheth; may he dwell in the tents of Shem, and may Canaan be his servant.”
Genesis 9:27 (BSB)
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What does Genesis 9:27 say?
Genesis 9:27 in modern King James wording reads: "God shall enlarge Japheth, and he shall dwell in the tents of Shem; and Canaan shall be his servant."
Where is Genesis 9:27 found in the Bible?
Genesis 9:27 is verse 27 of chapter 9 of the book of Genesis, in the Old Testament. Genesis has 50 chapters.
Which translations of Genesis 9:27 can I read here?
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