²⁹ When the time drew near for Israel^(A) to die,^(B) he called for his son Joseph and said to him, “If I have found favor in your eyes,^(C) put your hand under my thigh^(D) and promise that you will show me kindness^(E) and faithfulness.^(F) Do not bury me in Egypt,

¹⁴ “Our lives for your lives!”^(A) the men assured her. “If you don’t tell what we are doing, we will treat you kindly and faithfully^(B) when the Lord gives us the land.”

⁶ May the Lord now show you kindness and faithfulness,^(A) and I too will show you the same favor because you have done this.

²⁰ You came only yesterday. And today shall I make you wander^(A) about with us, when I do not know where I am going? Go back, and take your people with you. May the Lord show you kindness and faithfulness.”^[a](B)

¹⁴ “You are the light of the world.^(A) A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. ¹⁵ Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house.^{(B) 16} In the same way, let your light shine before others,^(C) that they may see your good deeds^(D) and glorify^(E) your Father in heaven.