Genesis 42:20

But bring your youngest brother unto me; so shall your words be verified, and ye shall not die. And they did so.

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Other Translations for Genesis 42:20

BSB
Then bring your youngest brother to me so that your words can be verified, that you may not die." And to this they consented.
AKJV
But bring your youngest brother to me; so shall your words be verified, and you shall not die. And they did so.
CPDV
And bring your youngest brother to me, so that I may be able to test your words, and you may not die." They did as he had said,
ERV
and bring your youngest brother unto me; so shall your words be verified, and ye shall not die. And they did so.
NHEB
But bring your youngest brother to me so that your words will be verified, and you won't die. "To this they agreed.
SMT
And ye shall bring your little brother to me, and your words shall be believed, and ye shall not die. And they will do so.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Genesis 42:20

ButbringH935VerbyouryoungestH6996AdjectivebrotherH251Noun MasculineuntomesoshallyourwordsH1697Noun MasculinebeverifiedH539VerbandyeshallnotdieH4191VerbAndtheydidH6213Verbso

Commentary for Genesis 42:20

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Genesis 42:20
Summary
Joseph requires youngest brother's arrival to verify truthfulness and spare them
Place
Egypt
Event
Brothers agree to Joseph's demands
Estimated Time Period
c. 1900 BC
Category
Narrative