Parallel Verses
International Standard Version
So Abraham instructed his servant, who was the oldest member of his household and in charge of everything he owned, "Make this solemn oath to me
New American Standard Bible
Abraham said to his servant, the oldest of his household, who had
King James Version
And Abraham said unto his eldest servant of his house, that ruled over all that he had, Put, I pray thee, thy hand under my thigh:
Holman Bible
Abraham said to his servant, the elder of his household who managed all he owned, “Place your hand under my thigh,
A Conservative Version
And Abraham said to his servant, the elder of his house, who ruled over all that he had, Put thy hand, I pray thee, under my thigh.
American Standard Version
And Abraham said unto his servant, the elder of his house, that ruled over all that he had, Put, I pray thee, thy hand under my thigh.
Amplified
Abraham said to his servant [Eliezer of Damascus], the oldest of his household, who had charge over all that Abraham owned, “Please, put your hand under my thigh [as is customary for affirming a solemn oath],
Bible in Basic English
And Abraham said to his chief servant, the manager of all his property, Come now, put your hand under my leg:
Darby Translation
And Abraham said to his servant, the eldest of his house, who ruled over all that he had, Put thy hand, I pray thee, under my thigh,
Julia Smith Translation
And Abraham will say to the old man of his house ruling over all which is to him, Put now thy hand under my thigh.
King James 2000
And Abraham said unto his eldest servant of his house, that ruled over all that he had, Put, I pray you, your hand under my thigh:
Lexham Expanded Bible
And Abraham said to his servant, the oldest of his house, who had charge of all he had, "Please put your hand under my thigh
Modern King James verseion
And Abraham said to the oldest servant of his house, who ruled over all that he had, I pray you, put your hand under my thigh.
Modern Spelling Tyndale-Coverdale
And he said unto his eldest servant of his house which had the rule over all that he had, "Put thy hand under my thigh
NET Bible
Abraham said to his servant, the senior one in his household who was in charge of everything he had, "Put your hand under my thigh
New Heart English Bible
Abraham said to his servant, the elder of his house, who ruled over all that he had, "Please put your hand under my thigh.
The Emphasized Bible
So Abraham said unto his servant, elder of his house, ruler of all that he had, - Place, I pray thee thy hand under my thigh;
Webster
And Abraham said to his eldest servant of his house, that ruled over all that he had, Put, I pray thee, thy hand under my thigh:
World English Bible
Abraham said to his servant, the elder of his house, who ruled over all that he had, "Please put your hand under my thigh.
Youngs Literal Translation
and Abraham saith unto his servant, the eldest of his house, who is ruling over all that he hath, 'Put, I pray thee, thy hand under my thigh,
Themes
hands » Placed under the thigh of a person to whom an oath was made
Marriage » The jews » Careful in contracting for their children
Masters' » Should select faithful servants
Oath » Abraham requires oath of his servant eliezer
Oaths » Often accompanied by placing the hand under the thigh of the person sworn to
Parents » Their duty to their children is » Not to make unholy connections for them
Servants » When good » Deserve the confidence of their masters
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References
Word Count of 20 Translations in Genesis 24:2
Verse Info
Context Readings
Isaac And Rebekah
1 Now Abraham had grown old, was well advanced in age, and the LORD had blessed Abraham in every way. 2 So Abraham instructed his servant, who was the oldest member of his household and in charge of everything he owned, "Make this solemn oath to me 3 as a promise to the LORD, the God of heaven and earth, that you won't acquire a wife for my son from the Canaanite women among whom I'm living.
Cross References
Genesis 47:29
As the time approached for Israel to die, he called for his son Joseph and addressed him. "Please," he asked, "if you're happy with me, make a solemn promise that you'll treat me fairly and kindly by not burying me in Egypt.
Genesis 39:4-6
That's how Joseph pleased Potiphar as he served him. Eventually, Potiphar appointed Joseph as overseer of his entire household. Moreover, he entrusted everything that he owned into his care.
Genesis 15:2
But Abram replied, "Lord GOD, what can you give me since I continue to be childless, and the heir of my household is Eliezer from Damascus?
Genesis 24:9-10
So the servant made a solemn oath to his master Abraham regarding this matter.
Genesis 39:8-9
But he refused, telling his master's wife, "Look! My master doesn't have to worry about anything in the house with me in charge, and he has entrusted everything into my care.
Genesis 44:1
Later, Joseph commanded his palace manager, "Fill the men's sacks to full capacity with food and replace each man's money at the top of the sack.
1 Chronicles 29:24
All of the officials, all of the valiant soldiers, and all of King David's sons submitted to King Solomon's control,
1 Timothy 5:17
Elders who handle their duties well should be considered worthy of double compensation, especially those who work hard at preaching and teaching.