Genesis 43:3
Genesis 43:3 in Multiple Translations
But Judah replied, “The man solemnly warned us, ‘You will not see my face again unless your brother is with you.’
And Judah spake unto him, saying, The man did solemnly protest unto us, saying, Ye shall not see my face, except your brother be with you.
And Judah spake unto him, saying, The man did solemnly protest unto us, saying, Ye shall not see my face, except your brother be with you.
And Judah said to him, The man said to us with an oath, You are not to come before me again without your brother.
But Judah responded, “The man was adamant when he warned us, ‘I won't even see you unless your brother is with you.’
And Iudah answered him, saying, The man charged vs by an othe, saying, Neuer see my face, except your brother be with you.
And Judah speaketh unto him, saying, 'The man protesting protested to us, saying, Ye do not see my face without your brother [being] with you;
Judah spoke to him, saying, “The man solemnly warned us, saying, ‘You shall not see my face, unless your brother is with you.’
And Judah spoke to him, saying, The man did solemnly protest to us, saying, Ye shall not see my face, except your brother be with you.
Juda answered: The man declared unto us with the attestation of an oath, saying: You shall not see my face, unless you bring your youngest brother with you.
But Judah said to him, “The man who sold us the grain warned us sternly, ‘I will not let you see me [SYN] again if you come and your younger brother is not with you.’
But Jacob’s son Judah said, “You know that we can’t go back to Egypt country without our youngest brother Benjamin. That man that is in charge of Egypt, he will not let us do that. Last time we went to Egypt, that man talked strongly to us, and he said, ‘You can only come back here if you bring your youngest brother with you.’”
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Study Notes — Genesis 43:3
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- Genesis 43:3 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Genesis 43:3
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 43:3
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Genesis 43:3
- Trapp's Commentary on Genesis 43:3
- Ellicott's Commentary on Genesis 43:3
- Cambridge Bible on Genesis 43:3
- Whedon's Commentary on Genesis 43:3
- Sermons on Genesis 43:3
Context — The Return to Egypt with Benjamin
3But Judah replied, “The man solemnly warned us, ‘You will not see my face again unless your brother is with you.’
4If you will send our brother with us, we will go down and buy food for you. 5But if you will not send him, we will not go; for the man told us, ‘You will not see my face again unless your brother is with you.’”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Genesis 44:23 | But you said to your servants, ‘Unless your younger brother comes down with you, you will not see my face again.’ |
| 2 | Genesis 43:5 | But if you will not send him, we will not go; for the man told us, ‘You will not see my face again unless your brother is with you.’” |
| 3 | 2 Samuel 3:13 | “Good,” replied David, “I will make a covenant with you. But there is one thing I require of you: Do not appear before me unless you bring Saul’s daughter Michal when you come to see me.” |
| 4 | Genesis 42:33–34 | Then the man who is lord of the land said to us, ‘This is how I will know whether you are honest: Leave one brother with me, take food to relieve the hunger of your households, and go. But bring your youngest brother back to me so I will know that you are not spies but honest men. Then I will give your brother back to you, and you can trade in the land.’” |
| 5 | Acts 20:25 | Now I know that none of you among whom I have preached the kingdom will see my face again. |
| 6 | Genesis 42:15–20 | And this is how you will be tested: As surely as Pharaoh lives, you shall not leave this place unless your youngest brother comes here. Send one of your number to get your brother; the rest of you will be confined so that the truth of your words may be tested. If they are untrue, then as surely as Pharaoh lives, you are spies!” So Joseph imprisoned them for three days, and on the third day he said to them, “I fear God. So do this and you will live: If you are honest, leave one of your brothers in custody while the rest of you go and take back grain to relieve the hunger of your households. Then bring your youngest brother to me so that your words can be verified, that you may not die.” And to this they consented. |
| 7 | Acts 7:34 | I have indeed seen the oppression of My people in Egypt. I have heard their groaning and have come down to deliver them. Now come, I will send you back to Egypt.’ |
| 8 | Acts 20:38 | They were especially grieved by his statement that they would never see his face again. Then they accompanied him to the ship. |
| 9 | 2 Samuel 14:32 | “Look,” said Absalom, “I sent for you and said, ‘Come here. I want to send you to the king to ask: Why have I come back from Geshur? It would be better for me if I were still there.’ So now, let me see the king’s face, and if there is iniquity in me, let him kill me.” |
| 10 | 2 Samuel 14:24 | But the king added, “He may return to his house, but he must not see my face.” So Absalom returned to his own house, but he did not see the king. |
Genesis 43:3 Summary
In Genesis 43:3, Judah reminds his father that Joseph, the governor of Egypt, had warned them that they would not be able to see him again unless their youngest brother, Benjamin, was with them. This shows that Judah is taking responsibility and is mindful of the warning given by Joseph. Just like Judah, we should be mindful of the instructions and warnings given to us by those in authority over us, and we should trust in God's sovereignty and provision, as seen in Romans 8:28 and Jeremiah 29:11. By doing so, we can demonstrate obedience and respect for authority, and we can trust that God is working everything out for our good.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the man that Judah is referring to in Genesis 43:3?
The man Judah is referring to is Joseph, who was the governor of Egypt at the time, as seen in Genesis 42:6. Joseph had instructed the brothers to return with their youngest brother, Benjamin, in order to see him again.
Why did Joseph insist that the brothers return with their youngest brother, Benjamin?
Joseph insisted that the brothers return with Benjamin to test their integrity and to see if they had changed their ways, as seen in Genesis 42:15-16. He also wanted to see his full brother, Benjamin, who was the son of his mother, Rachel.
What does this verse reveal about Judah's character?
This verse reveals that Judah is taking responsibility and is mindful of the warning given by Joseph, as seen in Genesis 43:3. Judah is also showing a sense of obedience and respect for authority, which is a characteristic of a godly leader, as seen in Proverbs 24:23-25.
How does this verse relate to the overall story of Joseph?
This verse is a pivotal point in the story of Joseph, as it sets the stage for the brothers' return to Egypt with Benjamin, which ultimately leads to Joseph revealing his identity to his brothers, as seen in Genesis 45:1-15.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I need to take responsibility and be mindful of warnings or instructions given to me?
- How can I demonstrate obedience and respect for authority in my daily life, just like Judah did in this verse?
- What are some ways that I can test the integrity of those around me, just like Joseph did with his brothers?
- How does this verse encourage me to trust in God's sovereignty and provision, even in difficult circumstances, as seen in Genesis 50:20?
Gill's Exposition on Genesis 43:3
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 43:3
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Genesis 43:3
Trapp's Commentary on Genesis 43:3
Ellicott's Commentary on Genesis 43:3
Cambridge Bible on Genesis 43:3
Whedon's Commentary on Genesis 43:3
Sermons on Genesis 43:3
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At the Price of God's Own Blood by John Piper | In this sermon, Pastor John Piper emphasizes the importance of holiness, zeal for good works, and commitment to world evangelization. He highlights that Jesus bled and died to purc |
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Embracing the Gospel of the Kingdom by John D. Martin | In this sermon, the preacher discusses three reasons why we should not lay up treasures on earth. The first reason is that our heart follows our treasure, so if our treasure is on |
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At the Price of His Own Blood - John Piper by From the Pulpit & Classic Sermons | In this sermon, the speaker addresses the tendency to only focus on one aspect of the cross, namely forgiveness and justification. He emphasizes that Jesus' death on the cross was |
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What Is the Kingdom? by T. Austin-Sparks | T. Austin-Sparks explores the profound meaning of the Kingdom of God, emphasizing that it is not merely a realm but the personal rule of Jesus Christ, who holds all authority in he |
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Keeping Fresh by A.W. Tozer | The preacher delves into the concept of 'hupomnesis,' which means to actively remind or be passively reminded of something, often prompted by another. This act of remembering is cr |
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The Worship of False Gods - Chuck Smith by From the Pulpit & Classic Sermons | In this sermon, Chuck Smith discusses the worship of false gods and how it is ingrained in human nature. He highlights the tendency of parents to praise their children for every li |
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A Sermon Occasioned by the Death of Mr. Samuel Wilson, Baptist Minister. by John Gill | John Gill delivers a heartfelt sermon on the occasion of the death of Reverend Mr. Samuel Wilson, emphasizing the deep sorrow felt by the congregation at the loss of their beloved |






