Genesis 45:22 web — He gave each one of them changes of clothing, but to Benjamin he gave three hundred pieces of silver and five changes o…

World English Bible

"He gave each one of them changes of clothing, but to Benjamin he gave three hundred pieces of silver and five changes of clothing."

— Genesis 45:22, World English Bible

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Genesis 45 — Context

19

Now you are commanded: do this. Take wagons out of the land of Egypt for your little ones, and for your wives, and bring your father, and come.

20

Also, don't concern yourselves about your belongings, for the good of all of the land of Egypt is yours."

21

The sons of Israel did so. Joseph gave them wagons, according to the commandment of Pharaoh, and gave them provision for the way.

22

He gave each one of them changes of clothing, but to Benjamin he gave three hundred pieces of silver and five changes of clothing.

23

He sent the following to his father: ten donkeys loaded with the good things of Egypt, and ten female donkeys loaded with grain and bread and provision for his father by the way.

24

So he sent his brothers away, and they departed. He said to them, "See that you don't quarrel on the way."

25

They went up out of Egypt, and came into the land of Canaan, to Jacob their father.

Genesis 45:22 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Genesis 45:22 say?
Genesis 45:22 in the World English Bible reads: “He gave each one of them changes of clothing, but to Benjamin he gave three hundred pieces of silver and five changes of clothing.”
Where is Genesis 45:22 in the Bible?
Genesis 45:22 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 45, 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 45:22.
What translation should I read Genesis 45:22 in?
Genesis 45:22 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 45:22?
Genesis 45:22 reads (WEB): “He gave each one of them changes of clothing, but to Benjamin he gave three hundred pieces of silver and five changes of clothing.” 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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