Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version When Reuben heard this, he tried to rescue him from their hands. “Let’s not take his life,” he said. New Living Translation But when Reuben heard of their scheme, he came to Joseph’s rescue. “Let’s not kill him,” he said. English Standard Version But when Reuben heard it, he rescued him out of their hands, saying, “Let us not take his life.” Berean Standard Bible When Reuben heard this, he tried to rescue Joseph from their hands. “Let us not take his life,” he said. King James Bible And Reuben heard it, and he delivered him out of their hands; and said, Let us not kill him. New King James Version But Reuben heard it, and he delivered him out of their hands, and said, “Let us not kill him.” New American Standard Bible But Reuben heard this and rescued him out of their hands by saying, “Let’s not take his life.” NASB 1995 But Reuben heard this and rescued him out of their hands and said, “Let us not take his life.” NASB 1977 But Reuben heard this and rescued him out of their hands and said, “Let us not take his life.” Legacy Standard Bible But Reuben heard this and delivered him out of their hands and said, “Let us not strike down his life.” Amplified Bible Now Reuben [the eldest] heard this and rescued him from their hands and said, “Let us not take his life.” Christian Standard Bible When Reuben heard this, he tried to save him from them. He said, “Let’s not take his life.” Holman Christian Standard Bible When Reuben heard this, he tried to save him from them. He said, “Let’s not take his life.” American Standard Version And Reuben heard it, and delivered him out of their hand, and said, Let us not take his life. Contemporary English Version Reuben heard this and tried to protect Joseph from them. "Let's not kill him," he said. English Revised Version And Reuben heard it, and delivered him out of their hand; and said, Let us not take his life. GOD'S WORD® Translation When Reuben heard this, he tried to save Joseph from their plot. "Let's not kill him," he said. Good News Translation Reuben heard them and tried to save Joseph. "Let's not kill him," he said. International Standard Version When Reuben heard about it, he tried to save Joseph from their plot. "Let's not do any killing," Majority Standard Bible When Reuben heard this, he tried to rescue Joseph from their hands. ?Let us not take his life,? he said. NET Bible When Reuben heard this, he rescued Joseph from their hands, saying, "Let's not take his life!" New Heart English Bible But Reuben heard it, and delivered him out of their hands, and said, "Let?s not take his life." Webster's Bible Translation And Reuben heard it, and he delivered him from their hands: and said, Let us not kill him. World English Bible Reuben heard it, and delivered him out of their hand, and said, “Let’s not take his life.” Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd Reuben hears, and delivers him out of their hand, and says, “Let us not strike the life”; Young's Literal Translation And Reuben heareth, and delivereth him out of their hand, and saith, 'Let us not smite the life;' Smith's Literal Translation And Reuben will hear, and will take him away out of their hands; and he will say, We will not strike the soul. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd Ruben hearing this, endeavoured to deliver him out of their hands, end said: Catholic Public Domain Version But Reuben, on hearing this, strove to free him from their hands, and he said: New American Bible But when Reuben heard this, he tried to save him from their hands, saying: “We must not take his life.” New Revised Standard Version But when Reuben heard it, he delivered him out of their hands, saying, “Let us not take his life.” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd Reuben heard it, and he delivered him out of their hands; and he said to them, Let us not kill him. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And Rubyl heard, and he saved him from their hands and said to them, “We will not kill a soul.” OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And Reuben heard it, and delivered him out of their hand; and said: 'Let us not take his life.' Brenton Septuagint Translation And Ruben having heard it, rescued him out of their hands, and said, Let us not kill him. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Joseph Sold by His Brothers…20“Come now, let us kill him and throw him into one of the pits. We can say that a vicious animal has devoured him. Then we shall see what becomes of his dreams!” 21When Reuben heard this, he tried to rescue Joseph from their hands. “Let us not take his life,” he said. 22“Do not shed his blood. Throw him into this pit in the wilderness, but do not lay a hand on him.” Reuben said this so that he could rescue Joseph from their hands and return him to his father.… Cross References Genesis 42:22 And Reuben responded, “Didn’t I tell you not to sin against the boy? But you would not listen. Now we must account for his blood!” Genesis 45:4-5 Then Joseph said to his brothers, “Please come near me.” And they did so. “I am Joseph, your brother,” he said, “the one you sold into Egypt! / And now, do not be distressed or angry with yourselves that you sold me into this place, because it was to save lives that God sent me before you. Genesis 50:20 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. Exodus 23:7 Stay far away from a false accusation. Do not kill the innocent or the just, for I will not acquit the guilty. Deuteronomy 19:10 Thus innocent blood will not be shed in the land that the LORD your God is giving you as an inheritance, so that you will not be guilty of bloodshed. 1 Samuel 19:4-5 Then Jonathan spoke well of David to his father Saul and said to him, “The king should not sin against his servant David; he has not sinned against you. In fact, his actions have been highly beneficial to you. / He took his life in his hands when he struck down the Philistine, and the LORD worked a great salvation for all Israel. You saw it and rejoiced, so why would you sin against innocent blood by killing David for no reason?” 1 Samuel 24:17 and said to David, “You are more righteous than I, for you have rewarded me with good, though I have rewarded you with evil. 2 Samuel 14:11 “Please,” she replied, “may the king invoke the LORD your God to prevent the avenger of blood from increasing the devastation, so that my son may not be destroyed!” “As surely as the LORD lives,” he vowed, “not a hair of your son’s head will fall to the ground.” 2 Kings 5:7 When the king of Israel read the letter, he tore his clothes and asked, “Am I God, killing and giving life, that this man expects me to cure a leper? Surely you can see that he is seeking a quarrel with me!” Psalm 37:32-33 Though the wicked lie in wait for the righteous, and seek to slay them, / the LORD will not leave them in their power or let them be condemned under judgment. Psalm 105:17-19 He sent a man before them—Joseph, sold as a slave. / They bruised his feet with shackles and placed his neck in irons, / until his prediction came true and the word of the LORD proved him right. Proverbs 24:11-12 Rescue those being led away to death, and restrain those stumbling toward the slaughter. / If you say, “Behold, we did not know about this,” does not He who weighs hearts consider it? Does not the One who guards your life know? Will He not repay a man according to his deeds? Isaiah 53:9 He was assigned a grave with the wicked, and with a rich man in His death, although He had done no violence, nor was any deceit in His mouth. Jeremiah 26:15 But know for certain that if you put me to death, you will bring innocent blood upon yourselves, upon this city, and upon its residents; for truly the LORD has sent me to speak all these words in your hearing.” Matthew 27:24 When Pilate saw that he was accomplishing nothing, but that instead a riot was breaking out, he took water and washed his hands before the crowd. “I am innocent of this man’s blood,” he said. “You bear the responsibility.” Treasury of Scripture And Reuben heard it, and he delivered him out of their hands; and said, Let us not kill him. Reuben heard. Genesis 35:22 And it came to pass, when Israel dwelt in that land, that Reuben went and lay with Bilhah his father's concubine: and Israel heard it. Now the sons of Jacob were twelve: Genesis 42:22 And Reuben answered them, saying, Spake I not unto you, saying, Do not sin against the child; and ye would not hear? therefore, behold, also his blood is required. not kill him. Joshua 10:28 And that day Joshua took Makkedah, and smote it with the edge of the sword, and the king thereof he utterly destroyed, them, and all the souls that were therein; he let none remain: and he did to the king of Makkedah as he did unto the king of Jericho. Genesis 9:5 And surely your blood of your lives will I require; at the hand of every beast will I require it, and at the hand of man; at the hand of every man's brother will I require the life of man. Matthew 10:28 And fear not them which kill the body, but are not able to kill the soul: but rather fear him which is able to destroy both soul and body in hell. Jump to Previous Delivered Delivereth Hand Hands Heard Heareth Hearing Kill Let's Rescue Rescued Reuben Smite Tried WordsJump to Next Delivered Delivereth Hand Hands Heard Heareth Hearing Kill Let's Rescue Rescued Reuben Smite Tried WordsGenesis 37 1. Joseph is loved by Jacob, but hated by his brothers.5. His dreams and the interpretation. 12. Jacob sends him to his brothers, who counsel to slay him. 21. At Reuben's desire they cast him into a pit; 25. and afterwards sell him to the Ishmaelites; 29. while Ruben grieves at not finding him. 31. His coat, covered with blood, is sent to Jacob, who mourns him inordinately. 36. Joseph is brought to Egypt and sold to Potiphar. When Reuben heard this Reuben, the eldest son of Jacob, overhears the brothers' plot against Joseph. As the firstborn, Reuben holds a position of responsibility and authority among his siblings. His actions here may reflect a sense of duty to protect his younger brother. This moment highlights the family dynamics and tensions, as Reuben's intervention contrasts with the brothers' jealousy and animosity towards Joseph. he tried to rescue Joseph from their hands “Let us not take his life,” he said Persons / Places / Events 1. ReubenThe eldest son of Jacob and Leah, Reuben plays a pivotal role in this account by attempting to save his younger brother Joseph from the murderous intentions of his other brothers. His actions reflect a sense of responsibility and a desire to protect Joseph. 2. Joseph The favored son of Jacob, Joseph is the target of his brothers' jealousy and hatred. This event marks the beginning of a series of trials that will eventually lead to his rise in Egypt. 3. Joseph's Brothers Motivated by jealousy and resentment, they plot to kill Joseph. Their actions set the stage for the unfolding of God's providential plan. 4. Dothan The location where Joseph's brothers plotted against him. It serves as the backdrop for this critical moment in Joseph's life. 5. The Pit A cistern or dry well where Joseph is thrown by his brothers. It symbolizes the depths of betrayal and the beginning of Joseph's journey of suffering and eventual triumph. Teaching Points Responsibility and LeadershipAs the eldest, Reuben felt a sense of responsibility for his younger brother. This teaches us about the importance of stepping up to protect and lead, even when it is difficult. God's Sovereignty Despite human intentions, God's plans prevail. Reuben's intervention, though not fully successful, was part of God's larger plan for Joseph's life. The Power of Conscience Reuben's actions demonstrate the power of conscience and moral courage. We are called to listen to our conscience and act righteously, even when others do not. Family Dynamics and Jealousy The account highlights the destructive nature of jealousy and favoritism within families. It serves as a warning to cultivate love and fairness in our relationships. Providence in Adversity Joseph's account, beginning with this event, reminds us that God can use even the darkest moments for His purposes. We are encouraged to trust in God's plan during our trials.Verses 21, 22. - And Reuben (the eldest son, and therefore probably regarding himself as in some degree responsible for Joseph's safety) heard it, and he delivered him out of their hands; and said, Let us not kill him - literally, Let us not destroy his life (nephesh). And Reuben said (further) unto them, Shed no blood, but cast him into this pit that is in the wilderness (i.e. into a dry pit that was near), and lay no hand upon him; that (the adverb indicates the purpose Reuben had in view) he might rid him (translated above deliver him) out of their hands, to deliver him (or, more correctly, to return him) to his father again. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew When Reubenרְאוּבֵ֔ן (rə·’ū·ḇên) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 7205: Reuben -- 'behold a son!' oldest son of Jacob, also his desc heard [this], וַיִּשְׁמַ֣ע (way·yiš·ma‘) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 8085: To hear intelligently he tried to rescue [Joseph] וַיַּצִּלֵ֖הוּ (way·yaṣ·ṣi·lê·hū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular | third person masculine singular Strong's 5337: To strip, plunder, deliver oneself, be delivered, snatch away, deliver from their hands. מִיָּדָ֑ם (mî·yā·ḏām) Preposition-m | Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine plural Strong's 3027: A hand “Let us not לֹ֥א (lō) Adverb - Negative particle Strong's 3808: Not, no take נַכֶּ֖נּוּ (nak·ken·nū) Verb - Hifil - Imperfect Cohortative if contextual - first person common plural | third person masculine singular Strong's 5221: To strike his life,” נָֽפֶשׁ׃ (nā·p̄eš) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 5315: A soul, living being, life, self, person, desire, passion, appetite, emotion he said. וַיֹּ֕אמֶר (way·yō·mer) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 559: To utter, say Links Genesis 37:21 NIVGenesis 37:21 NLT Genesis 37:21 ESV Genesis 37:21 NASB Genesis 37:21 KJV Genesis 37:21 BibleApps.com Genesis 37:21 Biblia Paralela Genesis 37:21 Chinese Bible Genesis 37:21 French Bible Genesis 37:21 Catholic Bible OT Law: Genesis 37:21 Reuben heard it and delivered him out (Gen. 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