Old Testament · VERSE 18

Genesis 43:18

King James Version

And the men were afraid, because they were brought into Joseph’s house; and they said, Because of the money that was returned in our sacks at the first time are we brought in; that he may seek occasion against us, and fall upon us, and take us for bondmen, and our asses.

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Genesis 43:18 in context

Genesis 43:16

And when Joseph saw Benjamin with them, he said to the ruler of his house, Bring these men home, and slay, and make ready; for these men shall dine with me at noon.

Genesis 43:17

And the man did as Joseph bade; and the man brought the men into Joseph’s house.

Genesis 43:18SELECTED VERSE

And the men were afraid, because they were brought into Joseph’s house; and they said, Because of the money that was returned in our sacks at the first time are we brought in; that he may seek occasion against us, and fall upon us, and take us for bondmen, and our asses.

Genesis 43:19

And they came near to the steward of Joseph’s house, and they communed with him at the door of the house,

Genesis 43:20

And said, O sir, we came indeed down at the first time to buy food:

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