Genesis 27:2 kjv — And he said, Behold now, I am old, I know not the day of my death:

King James Version

"And he said, Behold now, I am old, I know not the day of my death:"

— Genesis 27:2, King James Version

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Genesis 27 — Context

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And it came to pass, that when Isaac was old, and his eyes were dim, so that he could not see, he called Esau his eldest son, and said unto him, My son: and he said unto him, Behold, here am I.

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And he said, Behold now, I am old, I know not the day of my death:

3

Now therefore take, I pray thee, thy weapons, thy quiver and thy bow, and go out to the field, and take me some venison;

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And make me savoury meat, such as I love, and bring it to me, that I may eat; that my soul may bless thee before I die.

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And Rebekah heard when Isaac spake to Esau his son. And Esau went to the field to hunt for venison, and to bring it.

Genesis 27:2 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Genesis 27:2 say?
Genesis 27:2 in the King James Version reads: “And he said, Behold now, I am old, I know not the day of my death:”
Where is Genesis 27:2 in the Bible?
Genesis 27:2 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 27, verse 2.
Who wrote Genesis?
Genesis is traditionally attributed to Moses (traditional). Anciently attributed to Moses; many modern scholars view Genesis as a compilation of older oral and written sources finalized in or after the Babylonian exile. It was written c. 1446–1406 BC.
What is the book of Genesis about?
Genesis is the book of beginnings — the origin of the universe, humanity, sin, and the covenant family God chose to bless the nations. It traces creation, the fall, the flood, and the lives of the patriarchs Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph, laying the foundation for the rest of Scripture and pointing forward to the redemption that comes through the promised seed.
What are the major themes of Genesis?
Genesis explores themes including Creation, Fall, Covenant, Faith, Family, Promise. These themes shape the meaning and context of Genesis 27:2.
What translation should I read Genesis 27:2 in?
Genesis 27:2 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Genesis 27:2?
Genesis 27:2 reads (KJV): “And he said, Behold now, I am old, I know not the day of my death:” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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