Genesis 44:3

As soon as the morning was light, the men were sent away, they and their asses.

King James Version

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Other Translations for Genesis 44:3

BSB

At daybreak, the men were sent on their way with their donkeys.

AKJV

As soon as the morning was light, the men were sent away, they and their asses.

CPDV

And when morning arose, they were sent away with their donkeys.

ERV

As soon as the morning was light, the men were sent away, they and their asses.

NHEB

As soon as the morning dawned, the men were sent off along with their donkeys.

SMT

The morning shone, and the men were sent away, they and their asses.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Genesis 44:3

AssoonasthemorningH1242Noun MasculinewaslightH215VerbthemenH582Noun MasculineweresentawayH7971VerbtheyandtheirassesH2543Noun Masculine

Commentary for Genesis 44:3

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry

Overview of Genesis 44:3

Summary

Brothers depart in morning with supplies

Place

Egypt

Event

Brothers leave with loaded animals

Estimated Time Period

c. 1800 BC