Genesis 44:18
“Then Judah came near unto him, and said, Oh my lord, let thy servant, I pray thee, speak a word in my lord's ears, and let not thine anger burn against thy servant: for thou art even as Pharaoh.”
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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
Then Judah came near unto him,.... Being the spokesman of his brethren, and the surety of Benjamin: he plucked up a…
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…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
Thou art even as Pharaoh - As wise, as powerful, and as much to be dreaded as he. In the Asiatic countries, the reigning…
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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