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Genesis 47:30

Genesis 47:31 web — He said, "Swear to me," and he swore to him. Israel bowed himself on the bed's head.

World English Bible

"He said, "Swear to me," and he swore to him. Israel bowed himself on the bed's head."

— Genesis 47:31, World English Bible

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Genesis 47 — Context

28

Jacob lived in the land of Egypt seventeen years. So the days of Jacob, the years of his life, were one hundred forty-seven years.

29

The time drew near that Israel must die, and he called his son Joseph, and said to him, "If now I have found favor in your sight, please put your hand under my thigh, and deal kindly and truly with me. Please don't bury me in Egypt,

30

but when I sleep with my fathers, you shall carry me out of Egypt, and bury me in their burying place." He said, "I will do as you have said."

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He said, "Swear to me," and he swore to him. Israel bowed himself on the bed's head.

Genesis 47:31 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Genesis 47:31 say?
Genesis 47:31 in the World English Bible reads: “He said, "Swear to me," and he swore to him. Israel bowed himself on the bed's head.”
Where is Genesis 47:31 in the Bible?
Genesis 47:31 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 47, verse 31.
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 47:31.
What translation should I read Genesis 47:31 in?
Genesis 47:31 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 47:31?
Genesis 47:31 reads (WEB): “He said, "Swear to me," and he swore to him. Israel bowed himself on the bed's head.” 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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