Genesis 42:8 — King James Bible Online

Other Translations for Genesis 42:8

BSB

Although Joseph recognized his brothers, they did not recognize him.

AKJV

And Joseph knew his brothers, but they knew not him.

CPDV

And although he knew his brothers, he was not known by them.

ERV

And Joseph knew his brethren, but they knew not him.

NHEB

So Joseph recognized his brothers, but they did not recognize him.

SMT

And Joseph will know his brethren, and they knew him not.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Genesis 42:8

AndJosephH3130Proper Name Masculine knewH5234VerbhisbrethrenH251Noun MasculinebuttheyknewH5234Verbnothim

Commentary for Genesis 42:8

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Overview of Genesis 42:8

Summary

Joseph recognizes his siblings, but they don't recognize him

Place

Egypt

Event

Joseph recognizes brothers

Estimated Time Period

c. 1900 BC