Genesis 42:35 cpdv — Having said this, when they poured out their grain, each found his money tied to the mouth of his sack. And all were te…

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"Having said this, when they poured out their grain, each found his money tied to the mouth of his sack. And all were terrified together. "

— Genesis 42:35, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Genesis 42 — Context

32

We are twelve brothers conceived of one father. One is not living; the youngest is with our father in the land of Canaan.’

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And he said to us: ‘Thus will I prove that you are peaceful. Release one of your brothers to me, and take necessary provisions for your houses, and go away,

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and bring your youngest brother to me, so that I may know that you are not scouts. And this one, who is held in chains, you may be able to receive again. And thereafter, you shall have permission to buy what you want.’ ”

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Having said this, when they poured out their grain, each found his money tied to the mouth of his sack. And all were terrified together.

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Their father Jacob said, “You have caused me to be without children. Joseph is not living, Simeon is held in chains, and Benjamin you would carry away. All these evils have fallen back upon me.”

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And Reuben answered him, “Put my two sons to death, if I do not lead him back to you. Deliver him into my hand, and I will restore him to you.”

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But he said: “My son will not go down with you. His brother is dead, and he is left alone. If any adversity will befall him in the land to which you travel, you would lead my grey hairs down with sorrow to the grave.”

Genesis 42:35 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Genesis 42:35 say?
Genesis 42:35 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “Having said this, when they poured out their grain, each found his money tied to the mouth of his sack. And all were terrified together. ”
Where is Genesis 42:35 in the Bible?
Genesis 42:35 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 42, verse 35.
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 42:35.
What translation should I read Genesis 42:35 in?
Genesis 42:35 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 42:35?
Genesis 42:35 reads (CPDV): “Having said this, when they poured out their grain, each found his money tied to the mouth of his sack. And all were terrified together. ” 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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