Genesis 42:23

“And they knew not that Joseph understood them; for he spake unto them by an interpreter.”

"And they knew not that Joseph understood them; for he spake unto them by an interpreter." - Genesis 42:23
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What does Genesis 42:23 mean?

Genesis 42:23 from the King James Version of the Bible states: "And they knew not that Joseph understood them; for he spake unto them by an interpreter." This verse comes from the story of Joseph, who was sold into slavery by his jealous brothers and eventually rose to power in…

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The Unseen Presence: Understanding Through God’s Grace

Genesis 42:23 states, "And they knew not that Joseph understood them; for he spake unto them by an interpreter." At first glance, this verse is simply a detail in the story of Joseph and his brothers; however, upon deeper reflection, it reveals profound truths about…

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A Prayer for Divine Understanding and Unity

Heavenly Father, We come before You today with humble hearts, seeking wisdom and understanding as we navigate the complexities of our lives. In a world that often seems fragmented and filled with misunderstanding, we turn to Your Word for guidance and clarity. We are reminded of…

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Genesis 42:23 - "And they knew not that Joseph understood them; for he spake unto them by an interpreter."
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Genesis 42:26 - "And they laded their asses with the corn, and departed thence."
Genesis 42:8 - "And Joseph knew his brethren, but they knew not him."
Genesis 36:42 - "Duke Kenaz, duke Teman, duke Mibzar,"
Genesis 42:17 - "And he put them all together into ward three days."
Isaiah 42:23 - "Who among you will give ear to this? who will hearken and hear for the time to come?"
Genesis 42:3 - "¶ And Joseph's ten brethren went down to buy corn in Egypt."
Genesis 42:31 - "And we said unto him, We are true men; we are no spies:"
Genesis 41:41-42 focus on signet ring
Genesis 42:12 - "And he said unto them, Nay, but to see the nakedness of the land ye are come."
Luke 23:42 - "And he said unto Jesus, Lord, remember me when thou comest into thy kingdom."
Leviticus 23:42 - "Ye shall dwell in booths seven days; all that are Israelites born shall dwell in booths:"
Genesis 42:14 - "And Joseph said unto them, That is it that I spake unto you, saying, Ye are spies:"
Genesis 42:5 - "And the sons of Israel came to buy corn among those that came: for the famine was in the land of Canaan."
Genesis 42:11 - "We are all one man's sons; we are true men, thy servants are no spies."
Genesis 42:30 - "The man, who is the lord of the land, spake roughly to us, and took us for spies of the country."
Genesis 42:18 - "And Joseph said unto them the third day, This do, and live; for I fear God:"
Genesis 42:10 - "And they said unto him, Nay, my lord, but to buy food are thy servants come."
"And they laded their asses with the corn, and departed thence." - Genesis 42:26
Genesis 30:42 - "But when the cattle were feeble, he put them not in: so the feebler were Laban's, and the stronger Jacob's."
Genesis 42:32 - "We be twelve brethren, sons of our father; one is not, and the youngest is this day with our father in the land of Canaan."
"Duke Kenaz, duke Teman, duke Mibzar," - Genesis 36:42
"And Joseph knew his brethren, but they knew not him." - Genesis 42:8
Genesis 42:4 - "But Benjamin, Joseph's brother, Jacob sent not with his brethren; for he said, Lest peradventure mischief befall him."
Genesis 42:29 - "¶ And they came unto Jacob their father unto the land of Canaan, and told him all that befell unto them; saying,"
Genesis 42:13 - "And they said, Thy servants are twelve brethren, the sons of one man in the land of Canaan; and, behold, the youngest is this day with our father, and one is not."