Genesis 45:2 cpdv — And he lifted up his voice with weeping, which the Egyptians heard, along with the entire house of Pharaoh.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"And he lifted up his voice with weeping, which the Egyptians heard, along with the entire house of Pharaoh. "

— Genesis 45:2, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Genesis 45 — Context

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Joseph was unable to restrain himself any longer, standing before so many. Therefore, he instructed that all should go outside, and that no stranger should be among them as they recognized one another.

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And he lifted up his voice with weeping, which the Egyptians heard, along with the entire house of Pharaoh.

3

And he said to his brothers: “I am Joseph. Is my father still alive?” His brothers were unable to respond, being terrified by a very great fear.

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And he said to them mildly, “Approach toward me.” And when they had approached close by, he said: “I am Joseph, your brother, whom you sold into Egypt.

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Do not be afraid, and let it not seem to you to be a hardship that you sold me into these regions. For God sent me before you into Egypt for your salvation.

Genesis 45:2 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Genesis 45:2 say?
Genesis 45:2 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “And he lifted up his voice with weeping, which the Egyptians heard, along with the entire house of Pharaoh. ”
Where is Genesis 45:2 in the Bible?
Genesis 45:2 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 45, 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 45:2.
What translation should I read Genesis 45:2 in?
Genesis 45:2 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 45:2?
Genesis 45:2 reads (CPDV): “And he lifted up his voice with weeping, which the Egyptians heard, along with the entire house of Pharaoh. ” 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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