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Genesis 37:30 returned to his brothers, and said, "The boy is gone! What am I going to do?"
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Where can I turn now?”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/genesis/37.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />Then he went back to his brothers and lamented, “The boy is gone! What will I do now?”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/genesis/37.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />and returned to his brothers and said, “The boy is gone, and I, where shall I go?”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/genesis/37.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />returned to his brothers, and said, “The boy is gone! What am I going to do?”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/genesis/37.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />And he returned unto his brethren, and said, The child <i>is</i> not; and I, whither shall I go?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/genesis/37.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />And he returned to his brothers and said, “The lad <i>is</i> no <i>more;</i> and I, where shall I go?”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/genesis/37.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />He returned to his brothers and said, “The boy is not <i>there;</i> as for me, where am I to go?”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/genesis/37.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />He returned to his brothers and said, “The boy is not there; as for me, where am I to go?”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/genesis/37.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />And he returned to his brothers and said, “The boy is not <i>there;</i> as for me, where am I to go?”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/genesis/37.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Then he returned to his brothers and said, “The boy is not <i>there</i>; as for me, where am I to go?”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/genesis/37.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />He rejoined his brothers and said, “The boy is not there; as for me, where shall I go [to hide from my father]?”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/genesis/37.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />He went back to his brothers and said, “The boy is gone! What am I going to do? ”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/genesis/37.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />He went back to his brothers and said, “The boy is gone! What am I going to do?”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/genesis/37.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />And he returned unto his brethren, and said, The child is not; and I, whither shall I go?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/genesis/37.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Then he went back to his brothers and said, "The boy is gone! What am I going to do?" <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/genesis/37.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />And he returned unto his brethren, and said, The child is not; and I, whither shall I go?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/genesis/37.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />He went back to his brothers and said, "The boy isn't there! What am I going to do?"<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/genesis/37.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />He returned to his brothers and said, "The boy is not there! What am I going to do?" <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/genesis/37.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />returned to his brothers, and shouted, "He's not there! Now what? Where am I to go?"<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/genesis/37.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />returned to his brothers, and said, ?The boy is gone! What am I going to do??<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/genesis/37.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />returned to his brothers, and said, "The boy isn't there! And I, where can I go?"<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/genesis/37.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />He went back to his brothers and said, "The boy is gone. Now, what am I to do?"<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/genesis/37.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />And he returned to his brethren, and said, The child is not: and I, whither shall I go?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/genesis/37.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />He returned to his brothers, and said, “The child is no more; and I, where will I go?” <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/genesis/37.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />and he returns to his brothers and says, “The boy is not, and I—to where am I going?”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/genesis/37.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> and he returneth unto his brethren, and saith, 'The lad is not, and I -- whither am I going?'<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/genesis/37.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And he will turn back to his brethren, and he will say, The child is not: and I, where shall I go?<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/genesis/37.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />And rending his garments he went to his brethren, and said: The boy doth not appear and whither shall I go? <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/genesis/37.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />And rending his garments, he went to his brothers and said, “The boy is not present, and so where shall I go?”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/genesis/37.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />and returning to his brothers, he exclaimed: “The boy is gone! And I—where can I turn?”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/genesis/37.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />He returned to his brothers, and said, “The boy is gone; and I, where can I turn?”<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/genesis/37.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />And he returned to his brothers, and said to them, Where is the boy; and as for me, where shall I go?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/genesis/37.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And he returned to his brothers and said to them, “Where is the boy? Where shall I go?”<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/genesis/37.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />And he returned unto his brethren, and said: 'The child is not; and as for me, whither shall I go?'<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/genesis/37.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />And he returned to his brethren and said, The boy is not; and I, whither am I yet to go?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/genesis/37-30.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/7ehevn8iSgc?start=9565" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/genesis/37.htm">Joseph Sold by His Brothers</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">29</span>When Reuben returned to the pit and saw that Joseph was not there, he tore his clothes, <span class="reftext">30</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/7725.htm" title="7725: way·yā·šāḇ (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms) -- A primitive root; to turn back transitively or intransitively, literally or figuratively; generally to retreat; often adverbial, again.">returned</a> <a href="/hebrew/413.htm" title="413: ’el- (Prep) -- To, into, towards. ">to</a> <a href="/hebrew/251.htm" title="251: ’e·ḥāw (N-mpc:: 3ms) -- A brother. A primitive word; a brother (like 'ab).">his brothers,</a> <a href="/hebrew/559.htm" title="559: way·yō·mar (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms) -- To utter, say. A primitive root; to say.">and said,</a> <a href="/hebrew/3206.htm" title="3206: hay·ye·leḏ (Art:: N-ms) -- Child, son, boy, youth. From yalad; something born, i.e. A lad or offspring.">“The boy</a> <a href="/hebrew/369.htm" title="369: ’ê·nen·nū (Adv:: 3ms) -- As if from a primitive root meaning to be nothing or not exist; a non-entity; generally used as a negative particle.">is gone!</a> <a href="/hebrew/589.htm" title="589: wa·’ă·nî (Conj-w:: Pro-1cs) -- I. Contracted from 'anokiy; I.">What am I going to do?”</a> <a href="/hebrew/575.htm" title="575: ’ā·nāh (Interrog) -- Where? whither?. Or manah; contracted from 'aiyn; where?; hence, whither?, when?; also hither and thither."></a> <a href="/hebrew/589.htm" title="589: ’ă·nî- (Pro-1cs) -- I. Contracted from 'anokiy; I."></a> <a href="/hebrew/935.htm" title="935: ḇā (V-Qal-Prtcpl-ms) -- To come in, come, go in, go. A primitive root; to go or come."></a> </span><div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/42-13.htm">Genesis 42:13</a></span><br />But they answered, “Your servants are twelve brothers, the sons of one man in the land of Canaan. The youngest is now with our father, and one is no more.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/44-20.htm">Genesis 44:20</a></span><br />And we answered, ‘We have an elderly father and a younger brother, the child of his old age. The boy’s brother is dead. He is the only one of his mother’s sons left, and his father loves him.’<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/42-36.htm">Genesis 42:36</a></span><br />Their father Jacob said to them, “You have deprived me of my sons. Joseph is gone and Simeon is no more. Now you want to take Benjamin. Everything is going against me!”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/44-28.htm">Genesis 44:28</a></span><br />When one of them was gone, I said: “Surely he has been torn to pieces.” And I have not seen him since.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/42-38.htm">Genesis 42:38</a></span><br />But Jacob replied, “My son will not go down there with you, for his brother is dead, and he alone is left. If any harm comes to him on your journey, you will bring my gray hair down to Sheol in sorrow.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/44-31.htm">Genesis 44:31</a></span><br />sees that the boy is not with us, he will die. Then your servants will have brought the gray hair of your servant our father down to Sheol in sorrow.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/45-26.htm">Genesis 45:26</a></span><br />“Joseph is still alive,” they said, “and he is ruler over all the land of Egypt!” But Jacob was stunned, for he did not believe them.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/50-20.htm">Genesis 50:20</a></span><br />As for you, what you intended against me for evil, God intended for good, in order to accomplish a day like this—to preserve the lives of many people.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/27-3.htm">Matthew 27:3-5</a></span><br />When Judas, who had betrayed Him, saw that Jesus was condemned, he was filled with remorse and returned the thirty pieces of silver to the chief priests and elders. / “I have sinned by betraying innocent blood,” he said. “What is that to us?” they replied. “You bear the responsibility.” / So Judas threw the silver into the temple and left. Then he went away and hanged himself.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/7-9.htm">Acts 7:9</a></span><br />Because the patriarchs were jealous of Joseph, they sold him as a slave into Egypt. But God was with him<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/11-32.htm">John 11:32</a></span><br />When Mary came to Jesus and saw Him, she fell at His feet and said, “Lord, if You had been here, my brother would not have died.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/15-24.htm">Luke 15:24</a></span><br />For this son of mine was dead and is alive again! He was lost and is found!’ So they began to celebrate.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/2-18.htm">Matthew 2:18</a></span><br />“A voice is heard in Ramah, weeping and great mourning, Rachel weeping for her children and refusing to be comforted, because they are no more.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/20-13.htm">John 20:13</a></span><br />“Woman, why are you weeping?” they asked. “Because they have taken my Lord away,” she said, “and I do not know where they have put Him.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/24-17.htm">Luke 24:17</a></span><br />He asked them, “What are you discussing so intently as you walk along?” They stood still, with sadness on their faces.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">And he returned to his brothers, and said, The child is not; and I, where shall I go?</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/genesis/37-20.htm">Genesis 37:20</a></b></br> Come now therefore, and let us slay him, and cast him into some pit, and we will say, Some evil beast hath devoured him: and we shall see what will become of his dreams.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/genesis/42-13.htm">Genesis 42:13,32,35</a></b></br> And they said, Thy servants <i>are</i> twelve brethren, the sons of one man in the land of Canaan; and, behold, the youngest <i>is</i> this day with our father, and one <i>is</i> not… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/jeremiah/31-15.htm">Jeremiah 31:15</a></b></br> Thus saith the LORD; A voice was heard in Ramah, lamentation, <i>and</i> bitter weeping; Rahel weeping for her children refused to be comforted for her children, because they <i>were</i> not.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/genesis/37-2.htm">Boy</a> <a href="/genesis/35-18.htm">Child</a> <a href="/genesis/37-2.htm">Lad</a> <a href="/genesis/37-29.htm">Returneth</a> <a href="/genesis/35-2.htm">Turn</a> <a href="/genesis/32-17.htm">Whither</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/genesis/42-22.htm">Boy</a> <a href="/genesis/38-18.htm">Child</a> <a href="/genesis/42-22.htm">Lad</a> <a href="/exodus/19-8.htm">Returneth</a> <a href="/genesis/43-2.htm">Turn</a> <a href="/exodus/21-13.htm">Whither</a><div class="vheading2">Genesis 37</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/genesis/37-1.htm">Joseph is loved by Jacob, but hated by his brothers.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">5. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/genesis/37-5.htm">His dreams and the interpretation.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">12. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/genesis/37-12.htm">Jacob sends him to his brothers, who counsel to slay him.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">21. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/genesis/37-21.htm">At Reuben's desire they cast him into a pit;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">25. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/genesis/37-25.htm">and afterwards sell him to the Ishmaelites; </a></span><br><span class="reftext">29. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/genesis/37-29.htm">while Ruben grieves at not finding him.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">31. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/genesis/37-31.htm">His coat, covered with blood, is sent to Jacob, who mourns him inordinately.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">36. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/genesis/37-36.htm">Joseph is brought to Egypt and sold to Potiphar.</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br /> <!-- /1078254/BH-728x90-ATF --> <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br /> <!-- /1078254/BH-300x250-ATF --> <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br /> <!-- /1078254/BH-728x90-BTF --> <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br /> <!-- /1078254/BH-300x250-BTF --> <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br /> <!-- /1078254/BH-728x90-BTF2 --> <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/genesis/37.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/genesis/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/genesis/37.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>returned to his brothers</b><br>This phrase indicates Reuben's return to his siblings after discovering Joseph was missing from the pit. Reuben, the eldest son of Jacob, had initially planned to rescue Joseph and return him to their father. His return signifies a moment of leadership and responsibility, as the eldest son traditionally held a position of authority and accountability within the family structure. This moment also highlights the dynamics and tensions among the brothers, as Reuben's absence allowed the others to sell Joseph to the Ishmaelites.<p><b>and said, “The boy is gone!</b><br>Reuben's exclamation reveals his shock and distress upon finding the pit empty. The term "the boy" underscores Joseph's youth and vulnerability, emphasizing the gravity of the situation. This moment is pivotal, as it marks the beginning of Joseph's journey to Egypt, which is central to the unfolding narrative of God's providence and the eventual preservation of the Israelites. The phrase also foreshadows the brothers' deception of their father, Jacob, and the ensuing family turmoil.<p><b>What am I going to do?”</b><br>Reuben's question reflects his personal turmoil and fear of the consequences. As the eldest, he would bear the brunt of their father's grief and anger. This moment of desperation can be seen as a precursor to the later guilt and remorse the brothers experience, particularly when they face Joseph in Egypt. Reuben's question also highlights the theme of human responsibility and the moral dilemmas faced by individuals, a recurring theme throughout the Bible. This phrase connects to the broader narrative of redemption and forgiveness, as seen in Joseph's eventual reconciliation with his brothers.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/r/reuben.htm">Reuben</a></b><br>The eldest son of Jacob, who had intended to rescue Joseph from the pit and return him to their father. His distress in this verse highlights his failure to protect his brother.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/j/joseph.htm">Joseph</a></b><br>The favored son of Jacob, who was sold into slavery by his brothers. His absence in this verse is the cause of Reuben's alarm.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_pit.htm">The Pit</a></b><br>A cistern or dry well where Joseph was thrown by his brothers. It symbolizes betrayal and the beginning of Joseph's trials.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_brothers.htm">The Brothers</a></b><br>The sons of Jacob, who conspired against Joseph out of jealousy. Their actions set the stage for the unfolding of God's plan through Joseph's life.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/d/dothan.htm">Dothan</a></b><br>The location where Joseph found his brothers and where the betrayal took place. It serves as a backdrop for the pivotal events in Joseph's account.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_consequences_of_sin.htm">The Consequences of Sin</a></b><br>Reuben's distress is a reminder that sin often leads to unintended consequences and guilt. We must consider the long-term impact of our actions.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_sovereignty.htm">God's Sovereignty</a></b><br>Despite human failings, God's plan prevails. Joseph's account encourages us to trust in God's sovereignty, even when circumstances seem dire.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_integrity.htm">The Importance of Integrity</a></b><br>Reuben's failure to act decisively for Joseph's safety highlights the need for integrity and courage in standing up for what is right.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/r/repentance_and_restoration.htm">Repentance and Restoration</a></b><br>The brothers' eventual reconciliation with Joseph illustrates the power of repentance and the possibility of restoration in broken relationships.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_genesis_37.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Genesis 37</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/genesis_30__align_or_conflict_with_god's_role.htm">How do these events in Genesis 30 align or conflict with other biblical texts that describe God's involvement in fertility and inheritance?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/who_brought_joseph_to_egypt.htm">Who brought Joseph to Egypt: the Ishmaelites who bought him (Genesis 37:28), the Midianites who sold him (Genesis 37:36), or his brothers who sold him (Genesis 45:4)?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/do_these_dreams_reflect_ancient_beliefs.htm">(Genesis 37:5-10) Do these dreams realistically align with ancient cultural beliefs, or do they suggest later embellishments inserted into the text?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_is_the_plot_of_chosen_generation.htm">Why was Joseph imprisoned in Egypt?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/genesis/37-30.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">returned</span><br /><span class="heb">וַיָּ֥שָׁב</span> <span class="translit">(way·yā·šāḇ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7725.htm">Strong's 7725: </a> </span><span class="str2">To turn back, in, to retreat, again</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to</span><br /><span class="heb">אֶל־</span> <span class="translit">(’el-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_413.htm">Strong's 413: </a> </span><span class="str2">Near, with, among, to</span><br /><br /><span class="word">his brothers,</span><br /><span class="heb">אֶחָ֖יו</span> <span class="translit">(’e·ḥāw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_251.htm">Strong's 251: </a> </span><span class="str2">A brother, )</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and said,</span><br /><span class="heb">וַיֹּאמַ֑ר</span> <span class="translit">(way·yō·mar)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_559.htm">Strong's 559: </a> </span><span class="str2">To utter, say</span><br /><br /><span class="word">“The boy</span><br /><span class="heb">הַיֶּ֣לֶד</span> <span class="translit">(hay·ye·leḏ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article | Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3206.htm">Strong's 3206: </a> </span><span class="str2">Something born, a lad, offspring</span><br /><br /><span class="word">is gone!</span><br /><span class="heb">אֵינֶ֔נּוּ</span> <span class="translit">(’ê·nen·nū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adverb | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_369.htm">Strong's 369: </a> </span><span class="str2">A non-entity, a negative particle</span><br /><br /><span class="word">What am I going to do?”</span><br /><span class="heb">וַאֲנִ֖י</span> <span class="translit">(wa·’ă·nî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Pronoun - first person common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_589.htm">Strong's 589: </a> </span><span class="str2">I</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/genesis/37-30.htm">Genesis 37:30 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/genesis/37-30.htm">Genesis 37:30 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/genesis/37-30.htm">Genesis 37:30 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/genesis/37-30.htm">Genesis 37:30 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/genesis/37-30.htm">Genesis 37:30 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/genesis/37-30.htm">Genesis 37:30 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/genesis/37-30.htm">Genesis 37:30 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/genesis/37-30.htm">Genesis 37:30 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/genesis/37-30.htm">Genesis 37:30 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/genesis/37-30.htm">Genesis 37:30 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/genesis/37-30.htm">OT Law: Genesis 37:30 He returned to his brothers and said (Gen. 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