Genesis 44:34
“For how shall I go up to my father, and the lad be not with me? lest peradventure I see the evil that shall come on my father.”
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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
For how shall I go up to my father, and the lad be not with me?.... Signifying that he must abide in Egypt, and chose to…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870Genesis 44:1-34
- The Ten Brothers Were Tested Joseph has had the satisfaction of seeing his brother Benjamin safe and well. He has…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Genesis 44:18-34
We have here a most ingenious and pathetic speech which Judah made to Joseph on Benjamin's behalf, to obtain his…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921Genesis 44:18-34
Judah's Intercession
This is one of the most beautiful and pathetic passages in Hebrew narrative. Judah's speech falls…
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