Genesis 43:2 cpdv — And having consumed the provisions that they had brought out of Egypt, Jacob said to his sons, “Return and buy us a lit…

Catholic Public Domain Version

"And having consumed the provisions that they had brought out of Egypt, Jacob said to his sons, “Return and buy us a little food.” "

— Genesis 43:2, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Genesis 43 — Context

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Meanwhile, the famine pressed heavily on all the land.

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And having consumed the provisions that they had brought out of Egypt, Jacob said to his sons, “Return and buy us a little food.”

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Judah answered: “The man himself declared to us, under the attestation of an oath, saying: ‘You will not see my face, unless you bring your youngest brother with you.’

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If therefore you are willing to send him with us, we will travel together, and we will buy necessities for you.

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But if you are not willing, we will not go. For the man, as we have often said, declared to us, saying: ‘You will not see my face without your youngest brother.’ ”

Genesis 43:2 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Genesis 43:2 say?
Genesis 43:2 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “And having consumed the provisions that they had brought out of Egypt, Jacob said to his sons, “Return and buy us a little food.” ”
Where is Genesis 43:2 in the Bible?
Genesis 43:2 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 43, verse 2.
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 43:2.
What translation should I read Genesis 43:2 in?
Genesis 43:2 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 43:2?
Genesis 43:2 reads (CPDV): “And having consumed the provisions that they had brought out of Egypt, Jacob said to his sons, “Return and buy us a little food.” ” 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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