Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version As he looked about and saw his brother Benjamin, his own mother’s son, he asked, “Is this your youngest brother, the one you told me about?” And he said, “God be gracious to you, my son.” New Living Translation Then Joseph looked at his brother Benjamin, the son of his own mother. “Is this your youngest brother, the one you told me about?” Joseph asked. “May God be gracious to you, my son.” English Standard Version And he lifted up his eyes and saw his brother Benjamin, his mother’s son, and said, “Is this your youngest brother, of whom you spoke to me? God be gracious to you, my son!” Berean Standard Bible When Joseph looked up and saw his brother Benjamin, his own mother’s son, he asked, “Is this your youngest brother, the one you told me about?” Then he declared, “May God be gracious to you, my son.” King James Bible And he lifted up his eyes, and saw his brother Benjamin, his mother's son, and said, Is this your younger brother, of whom ye spake unto me? And he said, God be gracious unto thee, my son. New King James Version Then he lifted his eyes and saw his brother Benjamin, his mother’s son, and said, “Is this your younger brother of whom you spoke to me?” And he said, “God be gracious to you, my son.” New American Standard Bible And as he raised his eyes and saw his brother Benjamin, his mother’s son, he said, “Is this your youngest brother, of whom you spoke to me?” Then he said, “May God be gracious to you, my son.” NASB 1995 As he lifted his eyes and saw his brother Benjamin, his mother’s son, he said, “Is this your youngest brother, of whom you spoke to me?” And he said, “May God be gracious to you, my son.” NASB 1977 As he lifted his eyes and saw his brother Benjamin, his mother’s son, he said, “Is this your youngest brother, of whom you spoke to me?” And he said, “May God be gracious to you, my son.” Legacy Standard Bible Then he lifted his eyes and saw his brother Benjamin, his mother’s son. And he said, “Is this your youngest brother, of whom you spoke to me?” And he said, “May God be gracious to you, my son.” Amplified Bible And he looked up and saw his brother Benjamin, his mother’s [only other] son, and said, “Is this your youngest brother, of whom you spoke to me?” And Joseph said, “God be gracious to you and show you favor, my son.” Christian Standard Bible When he looked up and saw his brother Benjamin, his mother’s son, he asked, “Is this your youngest brother that you told me about? ” Then he said, “May God be gracious to you, my son.” Holman Christian Standard Bible When he looked up and saw his brother Benjamin, his mother’s son, he asked, “Is this your youngest brother that you told me about?” Then he said, “May God be gracious to you, my son.” American Standard Version And he lifted up his eyes, and saw Benjamin his brother, his mother's son, and said, Is this your youngest brother, of whom ye spake unto me? And he said, God be gracious unto thee, my son. Contemporary English Version When Joseph looked around and saw his brother Benjamin, he said, "This must be your youngest brother, the one you told me about. God bless you, my son." English Revised Version And he lifted up his eyes, and saw Benjamin his brother, his mother's son, and said, Is this your youngest brother, of whom ye spake unto me? And he said, God be gracious unto thee, my son. GOD'S WORD® Translation As Joseph looked around, he saw his brother Benjamin, his mother's son. "Is this your youngest brother, the one you told me about?" he asked. "God be gracious to you, my son," he said. Good News Translation When Joseph saw his brother Benjamin, he said, "So this is your youngest brother, the one you told me about. God bless you, my son." International Standard Version As Joseph looked up and recognized his brother Benjamin, his own mother's son, he asked, "Is this your youngest brother about whom you spoke to me?" And he addressed him directly, "May God be gracious to you, my son." Majority Standard Bible When Joseph looked up and saw his brother Benjamin, his own mother?s son, he asked, ?Is this your youngest brother, the one you told me about?? Then he declared, ?May God be gracious to you, my son.? NET Bible When Joseph looked up and saw his brother Benjamin, his mother's son, he said, "Is this your youngest brother, whom you told me about?" Then he said, "May God be gracious to you, my son." New Heart English Bible And he looked up and saw his brother Benjamin, his mother?s son, and said, "Is this your youngest brother, of whom you told me about? "Then he said, "God be gracious to you, my son." Webster's Bible Translation And he lifted up his eyes, and saw his brother Benjamin, his mother's son, and said, Is this your younger brother, of whom ye spoke to me? And he said, God be gracious to thee, my son. World English Bible He lifted up his eyes, and saw Benjamin, his brother, his mother’s son, and said, “Is this your youngest brother, of whom you spoke to me?” He said, “God be gracious to you, my son.” Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd he lifts up his eyes and sees his brother Benjamin, his mother’s son, and says, “Is this your young brother, of whom you have spoken to me?” And he says, “God favor you, my son.” Young's Literal Translation And he lifteth up his eyes, and seeth Benjamin his brother, his mother's son, and saith, 'Is this your young brother, of whom ye have spoken unto me?' and he saith, 'God favour thee, my son.' Smith's Literal Translation And he will lift up his eyes and see his brother Benjamin, the son of his mother, and he will say, This your little brother of whom ye spake to me? and he will say, God will compassionate thee my son. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd Joseph lifting up his eyes, saw Benjamin his brother, by the same mother, and said: Is this your young brother, of whom you told me? And he said: God be gracious to thee, my son. Catholic Public Domain Version Then Joseph, lifting up his eyes, saw Benjamin, his brother of the same womb, and he said, “Is this your little brother, about whom you spoke to me?” And again, he said, “May God be compassionate to you, my son.” New American Bible Then Joseph looked up and saw Benjamin, his brother, the son of his mother. He asked, “Is this your youngest brother, of whom you told me?” Then he said to him, “May God be gracious to you, my son!” New Revised Standard Version Then he looked up and saw his brother Benjamin, his mother’s son, and said, “Is this your youngest brother, of whom you spoke to me? God be gracious to you, my son!” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd he raised up his eyes and saw his brother Benjamin, his mother's son, and said to them, Is this your youngest brother, of whom you spoke to me? And he said. May God be gracious to you, my son. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And he lifted his eyes and he saw Benyamin, his brother, son of his mother, and he said to them, “Is this your little brother of whom you have told me?”, and he said, “May God have favor upon you my son.” OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And he lifted up his eyes, and saw Benjamin his brother, his mother's son, and said: 'Is this your youngest brother of whom ye spoke unto me?' And he said: 'God be gracious unto thee, my son.' Brenton Septuagint Translation And Joseph lifted up his eyes, and saw his brother Benjamin, born of the same mother; and he said, Is this your younger brother, whom ye spoke of bringing to me? and he said, God have mercy on thee, my son. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Joseph's Hospitality to His Brothers…28“Your servant our father is well,” they answered. “He is still alive.” And they bowed down to honor him. 29When Joseph looked up and saw his brother Benjamin, his own mother’s son, he asked, “Is this your youngest brother, the one you told me about?” Then he declared, “May God be gracious to you, my son.” 30Joseph hurried out because he was moved to tears for his brother, and he went to a private room to weep.… Cross References Genesis 42:7-8 And when Joseph saw his brothers, he recognized them, but he treated them as strangers and spoke harshly to them. “Where have you come from?” he asked. “From the land of Canaan,” they replied. “We are here to buy food.” / Although Joseph recognized his brothers, they did not recognize him. Genesis 45:14-15 Then Joseph threw his arms around his brother Benjamin and wept, and Benjamin wept as they embraced. / Joseph kissed each of his brothers as he wept over them. And afterward his brothers talked with him. Genesis 37:3-4 Now Israel loved Joseph more than his other sons, because Joseph had been born to him in his old age; so he made him a robe of many colors. / When Joseph’s brothers saw that their father loved him more than any of them, they hated him and could not speak a kind word to him. Genesis 44:20 And we answered, ‘We have an elderly father and a younger brother, the child of his old age. The boy’s brother is dead. He is the only one of his mother’s sons left, and his father loves him.’ Genesis 48:9 Joseph said to his father, “They are the sons God has given me in this place.” So Jacob said, “Please bring them to me, that I may bless them.” Genesis 50:17-21 ‘This is what you are to say to Joseph: I beg you, please forgive the transgression and sin of your brothers, for they did you wrong.’ So now, Joseph, please forgive the transgression of the servants of the God of your father.” When their message came to him, Joseph wept. / His brothers also came to him, bowed down before him, and said, “We are your slaves!” / But Joseph replied, “Do not be afraid. Am I in the place of God? ... Exodus 33:19 “I will cause all My goodness to pass before you,” the LORD replied, “and I will proclaim My name—the LORD—in your presence. I will have mercy on whom I have mercy, and I will have compassion on whom I have compassion.” 1 Samuel 1:17-18 “Go in peace,” Eli replied, “and may the God of Israel grant the petition you have asked of Him.” / “May your maidservant find favor with you,” said Hannah. Then she went on her way, and she began to eat, and her face was no longer downcast. 1 Kings 3:26 Then the woman whose son was alive spoke to the king because she yearned with compassion for her son. “Please, my lord,” she said, “give her the living baby. Do not kill him!” But the other woman said, “He will be neither mine nor yours. Cut him in two!” Psalm 103:13 As a father has compassion on his children, so the LORD has compassion on those who fear Him. Isaiah 49:15 “Can a woman forget her nursing child, or lack compassion for the son of her womb? Even if she could forget, I will not forget you! Jeremiah 31:20 Is not Ephraim a precious son to Me, a delightful child? Though I often speak against him, I still remember him. Therefore My heart yearns for him; I have great compassion for him,” declares the LORD. Luke 15:20 So he got up and went to his father. But while he was still in the distance, his father saw him and was filled with compassion. He ran to his son, embraced him, and kissed him. John 11:35-36 Jesus wept. / Then the Jews said, “See how He loved him!” Acts 7:13 On their second visit, Joseph revealed his identity to his brothers, and his family became known to Pharaoh. Treasury of Scripture And he lifted up his eyes, and saw his brother Benjamin, his mother's son, and said, Is this your younger brother, of whom you spoke to me? And he said, God be gracious to you, my son. mother's son. Genesis 30:22-24 And God remembered Rachel, and God hearkened to her, and opened her womb… Genesis 35:17,18 And it came to pass, when she was in hard labour, that the midwife said unto her, Fear not; thou shalt have this son also… of whom. Genesis 42:11,13 We are all one man's sons; we are true men, thy servants are no spies… God. Genesis 45:8 So now it was not you that sent me hither, but God: and he hath made me a father to Pharaoh, and lord of all his house, and a ruler throughout all the land of Egypt. Joshua 7:19 And Joshua said unto Achan, My son, give, I pray thee, glory to the LORD God of Israel, and make confession unto him; and tell me now what thou hast done; hide it not from me. 2 Chronicles 29:11 My sons, be not now negligent: for the LORD hath chosen you to stand before him, to serve him, and that ye should minister unto him, and burn incense. my son. Numbers 6:25 The LORD make his face shine upon thee, and be gracious unto thee: Psalm 111:4 He hath made his wonderful works to be remembered: the LORD is gracious and full of compassion. Psalm 112:4 Unto the upright there ariseth light in the darkness: he is gracious, and full of compassion, and righteous. Jump to Previous Benjamin Eyes Favour Good Gracious Lifted Mother's Word Young Younger YoungestJump to Next Benjamin Eyes Favour Good Gracious Lifted Mother's Word Young Younger YoungestGenesis 43 1. Jacob is persuaded to send Benjamin.15. Joseph entertains his brothers. 19. They discover their fears to the steward. 26. Joseph makes them a feast. When Joseph looked up and saw his brother Benjamin Joseph, now a powerful figure in Egypt, had not seen his brother Benjamin since he was a child. This moment is significant as Benjamin is the only other son of Rachel, Joseph's beloved mother. The emotional weight of this reunion is profound, as Joseph's last memories of his family were filled with betrayal and separation. The sight of Benjamin likely stirred deep emotions, reminding Joseph of his past and his mother's love. his own mother’s son he asked, “Is this your youngest brother, the one you told me about?” Then he declared, “May God be gracious to you, my son.” Persons / Places / Events 1. JosephThe governor of Egypt, who was sold into slavery by his brothers but rose to power. He is the central figure in this account, demonstrating forgiveness and wisdom. 2. Benjamin Joseph's younger brother, the only other son of Rachel, Joseph's mother. His presence is significant as he represents a direct connection to Joseph's past and family. 3. Joseph's Brothers They are in Egypt to buy grain during a famine. Their interactions with Joseph, whom they do not recognize, are filled with tension and underlying guilt. 4. Egypt The setting of this encounter, where Joseph has become a powerful leader. It serves as a place of both refuge and testing for Joseph's family. 5. God's Grace The invocation of divine grace by Joseph highlights the spiritual dimension of the account, emphasizing God's providence and mercy. Teaching Points The Power of ForgivenessJoseph's interaction with Benjamin and his brothers demonstrates the transformative power of forgiveness. Despite the wrongs done to him, Joseph chooses to bless rather than curse. Family Reconciliation The account encourages believers to seek reconciliation and healing within their families, trusting in God's ability to restore broken relationships. God's Sovereignty and Grace Joseph's account is a testament to God's sovereign plan and grace, reminding us that God can use even the most difficult circumstances for His purposes. The Importance of Blessing Others Joseph's blessing over Benjamin highlights the importance of speaking blessings and grace into the lives of others, reflecting God's love and kindness. Recognizing God's Hand in Our Lives Joseph's journey from slavery to leadership in Egypt is a powerful reminder to recognize and trust in God's hand at work in our lives, even when we cannot see the full picture.(29) Is this your younger brother?--Rather, your youngest brother. Joseph's question was one of surprise. Can this young man, now nearly thirty, be the little Benjamin, who was but a child of eight or nine when last I saw him!Verse 29. - And he (i.e. Joseph) lifted up his eyes, and saw his brother Benjamin, his mother's son, and said, is this your younger brother, of whom ye spake unto me? And he said (without waiting for an answer), God be gracious unto thee, my son. The tenderness of this language was much fitted to encourage the brethren. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew When [Joseph] looked upוַיִּשָּׂ֣א (way·yiś·śā) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 5375: To lift, carry, take and saw וַיַּ֞רְא (way·yar) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 7200: To see his brother אָחִיו֮ (’ā·ḥîw) Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 251: A brother, ) Benjamin, בִּנְיָמִ֣ין (bin·yā·mîn) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1144: Benjamin -- 'son of the right hand', youngest son of Jacob, also the name of two other Israelites his own mother’s אִמּוֹ֒ (’im·mōw) Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 517: A mother, ) son, בֶּן־ (ben-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 1121: A son he asked, וַיֹּ֗אמֶר (way·yō·mer) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 559: To utter, say “Is this הֲזֶה֙ (hă·zeh) Article | Pronoun - masculine singular Strong's 2088: This, that your youngest הַקָּטֹ֔ן (haq·qā·ṭōn) Article | Adjective - masculine singular Strong's 6996: Small, young, unimportant brother, אֲחִיכֶ֣ם (’ă·ḥî·ḵem) Noun - masculine singular construct | second person masculine plural Strong's 251: A brother, ) the one אֲשֶׁ֥ר (’ă·šer) Pronoun - relative Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that you told me about?” אֲמַרְתֶּ֖ם (’ă·mar·tem) Verb - Qal - Perfect - second person masculine plural Strong's 559: To utter, say Then he declared, וַיֹּאמַ֕ר (way·yō·mar) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 559: To utter, say “May God אֱלֹהִ֥ים (’ĕ·lō·hîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 430: gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative be gracious to you, יָחְנְךָ֖ (yā·ḥə·nə·ḵā) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular | second person masculine singular Strong's 2603: To bend, stoop in kindness to an inferior, to favor, bestow, to implore my son.” בְּנִֽי׃ (bə·nî) Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular Strong's 1121: A son Links Genesis 43:29 NIVGenesis 43:29 NLT Genesis 43:29 ESV Genesis 43:29 NASB Genesis 43:29 KJV Genesis 43:29 BibleApps.com Genesis 43:29 Biblia Paralela Genesis 43:29 Chinese Bible Genesis 43:29 French Bible Genesis 43:29 Catholic Bible OT Law: Genesis 43:29 He lifted up his eyes and saw (Gen. 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