Genesis 49:18 asv — I have waited for thy salvation, O Jehovah.

American Standard Version

"I have waited for thy salvation, O Jehovah. "

— Genesis 49:18, American Standard Version

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Genesis 49:18 in Other Translations

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KJV
“I have waited for thy salvation, O Lord.”
King James Version · Read this chapter in KJV
WEB
“I have waited for your salvation, Yahweh.”
World English Bible · Read this chapter in WEB
NET
“I wait for your deliverance, O LORD.”
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DRB
“I will look for thy salvation, O Lord.”
Douay-Rheims Bible · Read this chapter in DRB
BBE
“I have been waiting for your salvation, O Lord.”
Bible in Basic English · Read this chapter in BBE
KJVA
“I have waited for thy salvation, O Lord.”
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Genesis 49 — Context

And he saw a resting-place that it was good, And the land that it was pleasant; And he bowed his shoulder to bear, And became a servant under taskwork.

Dan shall judge his people, As one of the tribes of Israel.

Dan shall be a serpent in the way, An adder in the path, That biteth the horse’s heels, So that his rider falleth backward.

I have waited for thy salvation, O Jehovah.

Gad, a troop shall press upon him; But he shall press upon their heel.

Out of Asher his bread shall be fat, And he shall yield royal dainties.

Naphtali is a hind let loose: He giveth goodly words.

Genesis 49:18 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Genesis 49:18 say?

Genesis 49:18 in the American Standard Version reads: “I have waited for thy salvation, O Jehovah. ”

Where is Genesis 49:18 in the Bible?

Genesis 49:18 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 49, verse 18.

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 49:18.

What translation should I read Genesis 49:18 in?

Genesis 49:18 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 49:18?

Genesis 49:18 reads (ASV): “I have waited for thy salvation, O Jehovah. ” 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 49:18 asv — I have waited for thy salvation, O Jehovah.

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Genesis 49 — Context

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