24 But his (A)bow remained [a]firm,
And [b](B)his arms were agile,
From the hands of the (C)Mighty One of Jacob
(From there is (D)the Shepherd, (E)the Stone of Israel),

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  1. Genesis 49:24 I.e., in an unyielding position
  2. Genesis 49:24 Lit the arms of his hands

24 But his bow remained steady,(A)
    his strong arms(B) stayed[a] limber,
because of the hand of the Mighty One of Jacob,(C)
    because of the Shepherd,(D) the Rock of Israel,(E)

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  1. Genesis 49:24 Or archers will attack … will shoot … will remain … will stay

12 Perhaps the Lord will look on my [a]misery and [b](A)return good to me instead of his cursing this day.”

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  1. 2 Samuel 16:12 As in ancient versions; MT wrongdoing
  2. 2 Samuel 16:12 Lit the Lord will return

12 It may be that the Lord will look upon my misery(A) and restore to me his covenant blessing(B) instead of his curse today.(C)

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