And Judah and his brethren came to Joseph's house; for he was yet there: and they fell before him on the ground.
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Gill's Exposition
And Judah and his brethren came to Joseph's house,.... Judah is particularly mentioned because he was the principal spokesman, and was chiefly concerned for the safety of Benjamin, being his surety:…
- 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…
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…
Cambridge Bible
he was yet there Joseph had not yet left his official dwelling.
fell before him The third and last fulfilment of the dreams (Gen 37:7; Gen 37:9-10). See Gen 44:44.
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