Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version “Benjamin is a ravenous wolf; in the morning he devours the prey, in the evening he divides the plunder.” New Living Translation “Benjamin is a ravenous wolf, devouring his enemies in the morning and dividing his plunder in the evening.” English Standard Version “Benjamin is a ravenous wolf, in the morning devouring the prey and at evening dividing the spoil.” Berean Standard Bible Benjamin is a ravenous wolf; in the morning he devours the prey, in the evening he divides the plunder.” King James Bible Benjamin shall ravin as a wolf: in the morning he shall devour the prey, and at night he shall divide the spoil. New King James Version “Benjamin is a ravenous wolf; In the morning he shall devour the prey, And at night he shall divide the spoil.” New American Standard Bible “Benjamin is a ravenous wolf; In the morning he devours the prey, And in the evening he divides the spoils.” NASB 1995 “Benjamin is a ravenous wolf; In the morning he devours the prey, And in the evening he divides the spoil.” NASB 1977 “Benjamin is a ravenous wolf; In the morning he devours the prey, And in the evening he divides the spoil.” Legacy Standard Bible “Benjamin is a ravenous wolf; In the morning he devours the prey, And in the evening he divides the spoil.” Amplified Bible “Benjamin is a ravenous wolf; In the morning he devours the prey, And at night he divides the spoil.” Christian Standard Bible Benjamin is a wolf; he tears his prey. In the morning he devours the prey, and in the evening he divides the plunder.” Holman Christian Standard Bible Benjamin is a wolf; he tears his prey. In the morning he devours the prey, and in the evening he divides the plunder.” American Standard Version Benjamin is a wolf that raveneth: In the morning she shall devour the prey, And at even he shall divide the spoil. Contemporary English Version Benjamin, you are a fierce wolf, destroying your enemies morning and evening. English Revised Version Benjamin is a wolf that ravineth: In the morning he shall devour the prey, And at even he shall divide the spoil. GOD'S WORD® Translation "[Benjamin] is a ravenous wolf. In the morning he devours his prey. In the evening he divides the plunder." Good News Translation "Benjamin is like a vicious wolf. Morning and evening he kills and devours." International Standard Version "Benjamin is vicious like a wolf; what he kills in the morning he devours in the evening." Majority Standard Bible Benjamin is a ravenous wolf; in the morning he devours the prey, in the evening he divides the plunder.? NET Bible Benjamin is a ravenous wolf; in the morning devouring the prey, and in the evening dividing the plunder." New Heart English Bible Benjamin is a ravenous wolf. In the morning he will devour the prey, and at evening he will divide the plunder." Webster's Bible Translation Benjamin shall raven as a wolf: in the morning he shall devour the prey, and at night he shall divide the spoil. World English Bible “Benjamin is a ravenous wolf. In the morning he will devour the prey. At evening he will divide the plunder.” Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionBenjamin! A wolf tears; In the morning he eats prey, "" And at evening he apportions spoil.” Young's Literal Translation Benjamin! a wolf teareth; In the morning he eateth prey, And at evening he apportioneth spoil.' Smith's Literal Translation Benjamin, a Wolf, tearing in pieces; in the morning will he eat the prey, and at evening he will divide the prey. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleBenjamin a ravenous wolf, in the morning shall eat the prey, and in the evening shall divide the spoil. Catholic Public Domain Version Benjamin is a ravenous wolf, in the morning he will eat the prey, and in the evening he will divide the spoil.” New American Bible “Benjamin is a ravenous wolf; mornings he devours the prey, and evenings he distributes the spoils.” New Revised Standard Version Benjamin is a ravenous wolf, in the morning devouring the prey, and at evening dividing the spoil.” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleBenjamin is a plundering wolf; in the morning he shall devour the prey, and in the evening he shall divide the spoil. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Benyamin is a plundering wolf; at dawn he will eat the prey and in the evening he will divide whatever is snatched.” OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Benjamin is a wolf that raveneth; In the morning he devoureth the prey, And at even he divideth the spoil.' Brenton Septuagint Translation Benjamin, as a ravening wolf, shall eat still in the morning, and at evening he gives food. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Jacob Blesses His Sons…26The blessings of your father have surpassed the blessings of the ancient mountains and the bounty of the everlasting hills. May they rest on the head of Joseph, on the brow of the prince of his brothers. 27Benjamin is a ravenous wolf; in the morning he devours the prey, in the evening he divides the plunder.” 28These are the tribes of Israel, twelve in all, and this was what their father said to them. He blessed them, and he blessed each one with a suitable blessing.… Cross References Deuteronomy 33:12 Concerning Benjamin he said: “May the beloved of the LORD rest secure in Him; God shields him all day long, and upon His shoulders he rests.” Judges 20:25 That same day the Benjamites came out against them from Gibeah and cut down another 18,000 Israelites, all of them armed with swords. Judges 20:35 The LORD defeated Benjamin in the presence of Israel, and on that day the Israelites slaughtered 25,100 Benjamites, all armed with swords. Judges 20:48 And the men of Israel turned back against the other Benjamites and put to the sword all the cities, including the animals and everything else they found. And they burned down all the cities in their path. 1 Samuel 9:1-2 Now there was a Benjamite, a powerful man, whose name was Kish son of Abiel, the son of Zeror, the son of Becorath, the son of Aphiah of Benjamin. / And he had a son named Saul, choice and handsome, without equal among the Israelites—a head taller than any of the people. 1 Samuel 14:47-48 After Saul had assumed the kingship over Israel, he fought against all his enemies on every side—the Moabites, the Ammonites, the Edomites, the kings of Zobah, and the Philistines. Wherever he turned, he routed them. / He fought valiantly and defeated the Amalekites, delivering Israel from the hands of its plunderers. 1 Samuel 22:2 And all who were distressed or indebted or discontented rallied around him, and he became their leader. About four hundred men were with him. 1 Samuel 24:14 Against whom has the king of Israel come out? Whom are you pursuing? A dead dog? A flea? 1 Samuel 25:10-11 But Nabal asked them, “Who is David? Who is this son of Jesse? Many servants these days are breaking away from their masters. / Why should I take my bread and water and the meat I have slaughtered for my shearers, and give them to these men whose origin I do not know?” 2 Samuel 2:18 The three sons of Zeruiah were there: Joab, Abishai, and Asahel. Now Asahel was fleet of foot like a wild gazelle, 2 Samuel 23:18 Now Abishai, the brother of Joab and son of Zeruiah, was chief of the Three, and he wielded his spear against three hundred men, killed them, and won a name along with the Three. Psalm 68:27 There is Benjamin, the youngest, ruling them, the princes of Judah in their company, the princes of Zebulun and of Naphtali. Isaiah 11:14 They will swoop down on the slopes of the Philistines to the west; together they will plunder the sons of the east. They will lay their hands on Edom and Moab, and the Ammonites will be subject to them. Jeremiah 6:5 Rise up, let us attack by night and destroy her fortresses!’” Ezekiel 22:25 The conspiracy of the princes in her midst is like a roaring lion tearing its prey. They devour the people, seize the treasures and precious things, and multiply the widows within her. Treasury of Scripture Benjamin shall shred as a wolf: in the morning he shall devour the prey, and at night he shall divide the spoil. ravin. Genesis 35:18 And it came to pass, as her soul was in departing, (for she died) that she called his name Benoni: but his father called him Benjamin. Genesis 46:21 And the sons of Benjamin were Belah, and Becher, and Ashbel, Gera, and Naaman, Ehi, and Rosh, Muppim, and Huppim, and Ard. Deuteronomy 33:12 And of Benjamin he said, The beloved of the LORD shall dwell in safety by him; and the LORD shall cover him all the day long, and he shall dwell between his shoulders. a wolf. Numbers 23:24 Behold, the people shall rise up as a great lion, and lift up himself as a young lion: he shall not lie down until he eat of the prey, and drink the blood of the slain. Judges 3:15-29 But when the children of Israel cried unto the LORD, the LORD raised them up a deliverer, Ehud the son of Gera, a Benjamite, a man lefthanded: and by him the children of Israel sent a present unto Eglon the king of Moab… Judges 20:21,25 And the children of Benjamin came forth out of Gibeah, and destroyed down to the ground of the Israelites that day twenty and two thousand men… at night. Jeremiah 5:6 Wherefore a lion out of the forest shall slay them, and a wolf of the evenings shall spoil them, a leopard shall watch over their cities: every one that goeth out thence shall be torn in pieces: because their transgressions are many, and their backslidings are increased. Ezekiel 22:25,27 There is a conspiracy of her prophets in the midst thereof, like a roaring lion ravening the prey; they have devoured souls; they have taken the treasure and precious things; they have made her many widows in the midst thereof… Hosea 13:7,8 Therefore I will be unto them as a lion: as a leopard by the way will I observe them: … Jump to Previous Apportioneth Benjamin Booty Devour Devoureth Devouring Devours Divide Divides Divideth Dividing Division Eateth Evening Food Makes Meat Morning Night Plunder Prey Raven Ravenous Searching Spoil Tear Teareth WolfJump to Next Apportioneth Benjamin Booty Devour Devoureth Devouring Devours Divide Divides Divideth Dividing Division Eateth Evening Food Makes Meat Morning Night Plunder Prey Raven Ravenous Searching Spoil Tear Teareth WolfGenesis 49 1. Jacob calls his sons to bless them.3. Their blessing in particular. 29. He charges them about his burial. 33. He dies. Benjamin is a ravenous wolf; The tribe of Benjamin is characterized by ferocity and strength, akin to a ravenous wolf. This imagery suggests a fierce and aggressive nature, which is evident in the history of the tribe. The Benjamites were known for their skill in battle, as seen in Judges 20, where they fought valiantly against the other tribes of Israel. The wolf is a symbol of both cunning and predatory instincts, reflecting the tribe's ability to be both strategic and formidable in conflict. This metaphor also foreshadows the future leaders from this tribe, such as King Saul, who was the first king of Israel, and the Apostle Paul, originally Saul of Tarsus, who was zealous in his early persecution of Christians. in the morning he devours the prey, in the evening he divides the plunder.” Persons / Places / Events 1. BenjaminThe youngest son of Jacob and Rachel, Benjamin is the forefather of the tribe of Benjamin. His tribe is known for its fierce warriors and significant role in Israel's history. 2. Jacob The patriarch who delivers this prophecy over his sons, Jacob is also known as Israel. His blessings and prophecies over his sons are foundational for the tribes of Israel. 3. Tribe of Benjamin Known for its military prowess, the tribe of Benjamin produced several notable figures, including King Saul and the Apostle Paul. 4. Prophetic Blessing This verse is part of Jacob's prophetic blessings over his sons, which are both descriptive and predictive of their future roles and characteristics. 5. Israel The nation that emerges from Jacob's descendants, with each tribe playing a unique role in its history and development. Teaching Points The Nature of ProphecyJacob's words over Benjamin reveal the dual nature of prophecy—both a reflection of character and a prediction of future events. This reminds us of the importance of understanding our spiritual heritage and its implications. The Power of Heritage Benjamin's legacy as a "ravenous wolf" speaks to the strength and potential within a family or community. We should consider how our backgrounds shape our identity and purpose. Balance of Strength and Division The imagery of devouring prey and dividing plunder suggests both strength and the potential for division. Christians are called to harness their God-given strengths for unity and constructive purposes. Leadership and Responsibility The tribe of Benjamin's role in Israel's history, including producing leaders like Saul and Paul, underscores the responsibility that comes with leadership. We are called to lead with integrity and humility. Redemption and Transformation Despite the tribe's tumultuous history, figures like Paul demonstrate the possibility of transformation and redemption. Our past does not define our future in Christ.(27) Benjamin.--With this description of their ancestor agrees the character of his race, which was the most spirited and warlike of all the tribes of Israel. It would be interesting to compare the notices of the several tribes in the subsequent history with Jacob's blessing of their progenitors, and with that also given by Moses. The fathers, moreover, found in the words of the patriarch faint foreshadowings of the spiritual truths of Christianity. But such discussions exceed the limits of a commentary, and it has seemed best to give only the primary explanation of Jacob's words, in accordance, as far as possible, with the standpoint of the patriarch himself. Verse 27. - Benjamin shall ravin as a wolf (literally, a wolf, he shall tear in pieces): in the morning he shall devour the prey, and at night he shall divide the spoil. The prediction alludes to the warlike character of the tribe of Benjamin, which was manifested in Ehud the judge (Judges 3:15), and Saul the king of Israel (1 Samuel 11:6-11; 1 Samuel 14:13, 15, 47, 48), who both sprang from Rachel's younger son.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Benjaminבִּנְיָמִין֙ (bin·yā·mîn) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1144: Benjamin -- 'son of the right hand', youngest son of Jacob, also the name of two other Israelites is a ravenous wolf; זְאֵ֣ב (zə·’êḇ) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 2061: A wolf in the morning בַּבֹּ֖קֶר (bab·bō·qer) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 1242: Dawn, morning he devours יֹ֣אכַל (yō·ḵal) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 398: To eat the prey, עַ֑ד (‘aḏ) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 5706: Booty, prey in the evening וְלָעֶ֖רֶב (wə·lā·‘e·reḇ) Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 6153: Evening he divides יְחַלֵּ֥ק (yə·ḥal·lêq) Verb - Piel - Imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 2505: To be smooth, to apportion, separate the plunder.” שָׁלָֽל׃ (šā·lāl) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 7998: A prey, spoil, plunder, booty Links Genesis 49:27 NIVGenesis 49:27 NLT Genesis 49:27 ESV Genesis 49:27 NASB Genesis 49:27 KJV Genesis 49:27 BibleApps.com Genesis 49:27 Biblia Paralela Genesis 49:27 Chinese Bible Genesis 49:27 French Bible Genesis 49:27 Catholic Bible OT Law: Genesis 49:27 Benjamin is a ravenous wolf (Gen. 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