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I will be collateral for him. From my hand will you require him. If I don`t bring him to you, and set him before you, then let me bear the blame forever,
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Judah's Bold Leadership
Commentators highlight that Judah steps into a leadership vacuum left by his disgraced older brothers. His pledge to be personally responsible for Benjamin is described as a "manly and persuasive" act, contrasting sharply with Reuben's earlier, less personal offer. Judah puts his own future and standing with his father on the line, risking permanent blame.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
דבשׁ debash — “honey,” from the bee, or syrup from the juice of the grape. בטנים boṭen — “pistachio nuts.” שׁקד shâqêd —…
19th Century
Anglican
Then let me bear the blame for ever. —This is much more manly and therefore more persuasive than Reuben’s talk about pled…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
I will be surety for him: Engage for his safe return.
of my hand shall you require him; …
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