Genesis 49:5 - Compare All Versions

Deli

Simeon and Levi are two of a kind, ready to fight at the drop of a hat. I don’t want anything to do with their vendettas, want no part in their bitter feuds; They kill men in fits of temper, slash oxen on a whim.

Simeon and Levi are brethren; Instruments of cruelty are in their habitations.

“Simeon and Levi are brothers; Their swords are implements of violence.

“Simeon and Levi are brothers who used their swords to do violence.

Simeon and Levi are brethren; Weapons of violence are their swords.

“Simeon and Levi are brothers— their swords are weapons of violence.

“Simeon and Levi are brothers; Instruments of cruelty are in their dwelling place.

¶“Simeon and Levi are brothers [equally headstrong, deceitful, vindictive, and cruel]; Their swords are weapons of violence and revenge. [Gen 34:25-30]

“Simeon and Levi are two of a kind; their weapons are instruments of violence.

“Simeon and Levi, you are two of a kind and brothers in crime, for your swords have committed violent acts.

“Simeon and Levi are brothers; weapons of violence are their swords.