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Genesis 44:13

Genesis 44:13
Then they rent their clothes, and laded every man his ass, and returned to the city.

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Baptist theologian, 1697–1771

Gill's Exposition

Then they rent their clothes,.... In token of sorrow and distress, being at their wits' end, like distracted persons, not knowing what to do: this was usually done in the eastern countries when any…

Presbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

Barnes' Notes

Genesis 44:1-34

- The Ten Brothers Were Tested Joseph has had the satisfaction of seeing his brother Benjamin safe and well. He has heard his brothers acknowledging their guilt concerning himself. He resolves to put…

Nonconformist minister, 1662–1714

Matthew Henry

Genesis 44:1-17

Joseph heaps further kindnesses upon his brethren, fills their sacks, returns their money, and sends them away full of gladness; but he also exercises them with further trials. Our God thus humbles…

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