Genesis 42:16 cpdv — Send one of you and bring him. But you will be in chains, until what you have said is proven to be either true or false…

Catholic Public Domain Version

"Send one of you and bring him. But you will be in chains, until what you have said is proven to be either true or false. Otherwise, by the health of Pharaoh, you are scouts.” "

— Genesis 42:16, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Genesis 42 — Context

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But they said: “We, your servants, are twelve brothers, the sons of one man in the land of Canaan. The youngest is with our father; the other is not living.”

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He said: “This is just as I have said. You are scouts.

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I will now continue to put you to the test. By the health of Pharaoh, you will not depart from here, until your youngest brother arrives.

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Send one of you and bring him. But you will be in chains, until what you have said is proven to be either true or false. Otherwise, by the health of Pharaoh, you are scouts.”

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Therefore, he delivered them into custody for three days.

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Then, on the third day, he brought them out of prison, and he said: “Do as I have said, and you will live. For I fear God.

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If you are peaceful, let one of your brothers be bound in prison. Then you may go away and carry the grain that you have bought to your houses.

Genesis 42:16 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Genesis 42:16 say?
Genesis 42:16 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “Send one of you and bring him. But you will be in chains, until what you have said is proven to be either true or false. Otherwise, by the health of Pharaoh, you are scouts.” ”
Where is Genesis 42:16 in the Bible?
Genesis 42:16 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 42, verse 16.
Who wrote Genesis?
Genesis is traditionally attributed to Moses (traditional). Anciently attributed to Moses; many modern scholars view Genesis as a compilation of older oral and written sources finalized in or after the Babylonian exile. It was written c. 1446–1406 BC.
What is the book of Genesis about?
Genesis is the book of beginnings — the origin of the universe, humanity, sin, and the covenant family God chose to bless the nations. It traces creation, the fall, the flood, and the lives of the patriarchs Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph, laying the foundation for the rest of Scripture and pointing forward to the redemption that comes through the promised seed.
What are the major themes of Genesis?
Genesis explores themes including Creation, Fall, Covenant, Faith, Family, Promise. These themes shape the meaning and context of Genesis 42:16.
What translation should I read Genesis 42:16 in?
Genesis 42:16 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Genesis 42:16?
Genesis 42:16 reads (CPDV): “Send one of you and bring him. But you will be in chains, until what you have said is proven to be either true or false. Otherwise, by the health of Pharaoh, you are scouts.” ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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