Genesis 43:22 nasb — "We have also brought down other money in our hand to buy food; we do not know who put our money in our sacks."

NASB

""We have also brought down other money in our hand to buy food; we do not know who put our money in our sacks.""

— Genesis 43:22, NASB

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Genesis 43 — Context

19

So they came near to Joseph's house steward, and spoke to him at the entrance of the house,

20

and said, "Oh, my lord, we indeed came down the first time to buy food,

21

and it came about when we came to the lodging place, that we opened our sacks, and behold, each man's money was in the mouth of his sack, our money in full. So we have brought it back in our hand.

22

"We have also brought down other money in our hand to buy food; we do not know who put our money in our sacks."

23

He said, "Be at ease, do not be afraid. Your God and the God of your father has given you treasure in your sacks; I had your money." Then he brought Simeon out to them.

24

Then the man brought the men into Joseph's house and gave them water, and they washed their feet; and he gave their donkeys fodder.

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So they prepared the present for Joseph's coming at noon; for they had heard that they were to eat a meal there.

Genesis 43:22 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Genesis 43:22 say?
Genesis 43:22 in the NASB reads: “"We have also brought down other money in our hand to buy food; we do not know who put our money in our sacks."”
Where is Genesis 43:22 in the Bible?
Genesis 43:22 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 43, verse 22.
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 43:22.
What translation should I read Genesis 43:22 in?
Genesis 43:22 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 43:22?
Genesis 43:22 reads (NASB): “"We have also brought down other money in our hand to buy food; we do not know who put our money in our sacks."” 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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