Genesis 43:13 net — Take your brother too, and go right away to the man.

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"Take your brother too, and go right away to the man."

— Genesis 43:13, NET Bible

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Genesis 43 — Context

10

But if we had not delayed, we could have traveled there and back twice by now!”

11

Then their father Israel said to them,“If it must be so, then do this: Take some of the best products of the land in your bags, and take a gift down to the man– a little balm and a little honey, spices and myrrh, pistachios and almonds.

12

Take double the money with you; you must take back the money that was returned in the mouths of your sacks– perhaps it was an oversight.

13

Take your brother too, and go right away to the man.

14

May the Sovereign God grant you mercy before the man so that he may release your other brother and Benjamin! As for me, if I lose my children I lose them.”

15

So the men took these gifts, and they took double the money with them, along with Benjamin. Then they hurried down to Egypt and stood before Joseph.

16

When Joseph saw Benjamin with them, he said to the servant who was over his household,“Bring the men to the house. Slaughter an animal and prepare it, for the men will eat with me at noon.”

Genesis 43:13 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Genesis 43:13 say?
Genesis 43:13 in the NET Bible reads: “Take your brother too, and go right away to the man.”
Where is Genesis 43:13 in the Bible?
Genesis 43:13 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 43, verse 13.
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 43:13.
What translation should I read Genesis 43:13 in?
Genesis 43:13 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 43:13?
Genesis 43:13 reads (NET): “Take your brother too, and go right away to the man.” 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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