Genesis 43:31 cpdv — And when he had washed his face, coming out again, he composed himself, and he said, “Set out bread.”

Catholic Public Domain Version

"And when he had washed his face, coming out again, he composed himself, and he said, “Set out bread.” "

— Genesis 43:31, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Genesis 43 — Context

28

And they answered: “Your servant, our father, is safe; he is still alive.” And bowing, they reverenced him.

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Then Joseph, lifting up his eyes, saw Benjamin, his brother of the same womb, and he said, “Is this your little brother, about whom you spoke to me?” And again, he said, “May God be compassionate to you, my son.”

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And he hurried out, because his heart had been moved over his brother, and tears gushed out. And going into his chamber, he wept.

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And when he had washed his face, coming out again, he composed himself, and he said, “Set out bread.”

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And when it was set out, separately for Joseph, and separately for his brothers, likewise separately for the Egyptians, who ate at the same time, (for it is unlawful for Egyptians to eat with Hebrews, and they consider feasting in this way to be profane)

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they sat before him, the firstborn according to his birthright, and the youngest according to his state of life. And they wondered exceedingly,

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taking the portions that they received from him. And the greater portion went to Benjamin, so much so that it exceeded five parts. And they drank and became inebriated along with him.

Genesis 43:31 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Genesis 43:31 say?
Genesis 43:31 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “And when he had washed his face, coming out again, he composed himself, and he said, “Set out bread.” ”
Where is Genesis 43:31 in the Bible?
Genesis 43:31 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 43, verse 31.
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 43:31.
What translation should I read Genesis 43:31 in?
Genesis 43:31 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 43:31?
Genesis 43:31 reads (CPDV): “And when he had washed his face, coming out again, he composed himself, and he said, “Set out bread.” ” 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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