Genesis 43:29 web — He lifted up his eyes, and saw Benjamin, his brother, his mother's son, and said, "Is this your youngest brother, of wh…

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"He lifted up his eyes, and saw Benjamin, his brother, his mother's son, and said, "Is this your youngest brother, of whom you spoke to me?" He said, "God be gracious to you, my son.""

— Genesis 43:29, World English Bible

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Genesis 43 — Context

26

When Joseph came home, they brought him the present which was in their hand into the house, and bowed themselves down to him to the earth.

27

He asked them of their welfare, and said, "Is your father well, the old man of whom you spoke? Is he yet alive?"

28

They said, "Your servant, our father, is well. He is still alive." They bowed the head, and did homage.

29

He lifted up his eyes, and saw Benjamin, his brother, his mother's son, and said, "Is this your youngest brother, of whom you spoke to me?" He said, "God be gracious to you, my son."

30

Joseph hurried, for his heart yearned over his brother; and he sought a place to weep. He entered into his room, and wept there.

31

He washed his face, and came out. He controlled himself, and said, "Serve the meal."

32

They served him by himself, and them by themselves, and the Egyptians, that ate with him, by themselves, because the Egyptians don't eat bread with the Hebrews, for that is an abomination to the Egyptians.

Genesis 43:29 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Genesis 43:29 say?
Genesis 43:29 in the World English Bible reads: “He lifted up his eyes, and saw Benjamin, his brother, his mother's son, and said, "Is this your youngest brother, of whom you spoke to me?" He said, "God be gracious to you, my son."”
Where is Genesis 43:29 in the Bible?
Genesis 43:29 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 43, verse 29.
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 43:29.
What translation should I read Genesis 43:29 in?
Genesis 43:29 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 43:29?
Genesis 43:29 reads (WEB): “He lifted up his eyes, and saw Benjamin, his brother, his mother's son, and said, "Is this your youngest brother, of whom you spoke to me?" He said, "God be gracious to you, my son."” 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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