Genesis 27:8 bbe — Now, my son, do what I say.

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"Now, my son, do what I say."

— Genesis 27:8, Bible in Basic English

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KJV
“Now therefore, my son, obey my voice according to that which I command thee.”
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“Now therefore, my son, obey my voice according to that which I command thee. ”
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Genesis 27 — Context

Now Isaac's words to his son were said in Rebekah's hearing. Then Esau went out to get the meat.

And Rebekah said to Jacob, her son, Your father said to your brother Esau in my hearing,

Go and get some roe's meat and make me a good meal, so that I may be full, and give you my blessing before the Lord before my death.

Now, my son, do what I say.

Go to the flock and get me two fat young goats; and I will make of them a meal to your father's taste:

And you will take it to him, so that he may have a good meal and give you his blessing before his death.

And Jacob said to Rebekah, his mother, But Esau my brother is covered with hair, while I am smooth:

Genesis 27:8 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Genesis 27:8 say?

Genesis 27:8 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “Now, my son, do what I say.”

Where is Genesis 27:8 in the Bible?

Genesis 27:8 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 27, verse 8.

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 27:8.

What translation should I read Genesis 27:8 in?

Genesis 27:8 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 27:8?

Genesis 27:8 reads (BBE): “Now, my son, do what I say.” 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.

Genesis 27:8 bbe — Now, my son, do what I say.

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