Genesis 44:34

Genesis 44:34 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

34How can I go back to my father if the boy is not with me? No! Do not let me see the misery that would come on my father.”

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New American Standard Bible - NASB (NASB2020)

34For how shall I go up to my father if the boy is not with me? I fear that I may see the evil that would 44:34 Lit findovertake my father.”

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New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 (NASB1995)

34For how shall I go up to my father if the lad is not with me—for fear that I see the evil that would overtake my father?”

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Amplified Bible (AMP)

34How can I go up to my father if the young man is not with me—for fear that I would see the tragedy that would overtake my [elderly] father [if Benjamin does not return]?”

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Berean Standard Bible (BSB)

34For how can I go back to my father without the boy? I could not bear to see the misery that would overwhelm him.”

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New International Reader’s Version (NIrV)

34How can I go back to my father if the boy isn’t with me? No! Don’t let me see the pain and suffering that would come to my father.”

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