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NASB | Genesis 34:19 The young man did not delay to do the thing, because he was delighted with Jacob's daughter. Now he was more respected than all the household of his father. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Genesis 34:19 and the young man did not hesitate to do the [required] thing, for he was delighted with Jacob's daughter. Now he was more respected and honored than all [others] in the household of his father. |
Bible Question: This is for someone holding a KJV only position. The KJV says Shechem was 'more honorable' but that conflicts with v.2 and v5 where he defiled Dinah. The NAS 'more respected' seems reasonable as Shechem could have the respect of his tribe regardless of what he had done to Jacob's daughter. I would appreciate your reasoning on this issue. |
Bible Answer: Thomas- I'm not one who holds to the KJV only but felt I should respond to your post quickly in order to avoid a devisive debate that is most likely to ensue. While there is endless writings debating which version is "best" I'm thinking the forum wouldn't be a good place to continue the ages old debates. Besides that, not many here are well versed in the original laguages and point and click software really wouldn't be sufficient to manage it. Just my opinion and belief and am requesting as a fellow forum member that we don't go there. Respectfully, Jeff |