Genesis 49:8
Other Translations of Genesis 49:8
King James Version
8 Judah, thou art he whom thy brethren shall praise: thy hand shall be in the neck of thine enemies; thy father's children shall bow down before thee.
English Standard Version
8 "Judah, your brothers shall praise you; your hand shall be on the neck of your enemies; your father's sons shall bow down before you.
The Message
8 You, Judah, your brothers will praise you: Your fingers on your enemies' throat, while your brothers honor you.
New King James Version
8 "Judah, you are he whom your brothers shall praise; Your hand shall be on the neck of your enemies; Your father's children shall bow down before you.
New Living Translation
8 "Judah, your brothers will praise you. You will grasp your enemies by the neck. All your relatives will bow before you.
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Matthew Henry's Commentary on Genesis 49:8
Commentary on Genesis 49:8-12
(Read Genesis 49:8-12)
Judah's name signifies praise. God was praised for him, Isaiah 55:1.