Genesis 43:17
New International Version
The man did as Joseph told him and took the men to Joseph’s house.

New Living Translation
So the man did as Joseph told him and took them into Joseph’s palace.

English Standard Version
The man did as Joseph told him and brought the men to Joseph’s house.

Berean Standard Bible
The man did as Joseph had commanded and took the brothers to Joseph’s house.

King James Bible
And the man did as Joseph bade; and the man brought the men into Joseph's house.

New King James Version
Then the man did as Joseph ordered, and the man brought the men into Joseph’s house.

New American Standard Bible
So the man did as Joseph said, and brought the men to Joseph’s house.

NASB 1995
So the man did as Joseph said, and brought the men to Joseph’s house.

NASB 1977
So the man did as Joseph said, and brought the men to Joseph’s house.

Legacy Standard Bible
So the man did as Joseph said and brought the men to Joseph’s house.

Amplified Bible
So the man did as Joseph said, and brought the men to Joseph’s house.

Christian Standard Bible
The man did as Joseph had said and brought them to Joseph’s house.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
The man did as Joseph had said and brought them to Joseph’s house.

American Standard Version
And the man did as Joseph bade; and the man brought the men to Joseph's house.

Contemporary English Version
The servant did as he was told and took the brothers to Joseph's house.

English Revised Version
And the man did as Joseph bade; and the man brought the men into Joseph's house.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
So the man did as Joseph said and took them to Joseph's house.

Good News Translation
The servant did as he was commanded and took the brothers to Joseph's house.

International Standard Version
So the man did what Joseph had ordered, and brought the men to Joseph's palace.

Majority Standard Bible
The man did as Joseph had commanded and took the brothers to Joseph?s house.

NET Bible
The man did just as Joseph said; he brought the men into Joseph's house.

New Heart English Bible
The man did as Joseph had said, and the man brought the men to Joseph?s house.

Webster's Bible Translation
And the man did as Joseph commanded: and the man brought the men into Joseph's house.

World English Bible
The man did as Joseph commanded, and the man brought the men to Joseph’s house.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And the man does as Joseph has said, and the man brings in the men into the house of Joseph,

Young's Literal Translation
And the man doth as Joseph hath said, and the man bringeth in the men into the house of Joseph,

Smith's Literal Translation
And the man will do according to what Joseph said: and the man will bring the men into Joseph's house.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
He did as he was commanded, and brought the men into the house.\

Catholic Public Domain Version
He did what he had been ordered to do, and he brought the men into the house.

New American Bible
Doing as Joseph had ordered, the steward conducted the men to Joseph’s house.

New Revised Standard Version
The man did as Joseph said, and brought the men to Joseph’s house.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And the servant did as Joseph had told him; and brought the men into Joseph's house.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And the Servant did as Yoseph said and brought the men to the house of Yoseph.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And the man did as Joseph bade; and the man brought the men into Joseph's house.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And the man did as Joseph said; and he brought the men into the house of Joseph.

Additional Translations ...
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Context
Joseph's Hospitality to His Brothers
16When Joseph saw Benjamin with his brothers, he said to the steward of his house, “Take these men to my house. Slaughter an animal and prepare it, for they shall dine with me at noon.” 17The man did as Joseph had commanded and took the brothers to Joseph’s house. 18But the brothers were frightened that they had been taken to Joseph’s house. “We have been brought here because of the silver that was returned in our bags the first time,” they said. “They intend to overpower us and take us as slaves, along with our donkeys.”…

Cross References
Genesis 42:25
Then Joseph gave orders to fill their bags with grain, to return each man’s silver to his sack, and to give them provisions for their journey. This order was carried out,

Genesis 44:1-2
Then Joseph instructed his steward: “Fill the men’s sacks with as much food as they can carry, and put each one’s silver in the mouth of his sack. / Put my cup, the silver one, in the mouth of the youngest one’s sack, along with the silver for his grain.” So the steward did as Joseph had instructed.

Genesis 45:16-18
When the news reached Pharaoh’s house that Joseph’s brothers had come, Pharaoh and his servants were pleased. / Pharaoh said to Joseph, “Tell your brothers, ‘Do as follows: Load your animals and return to the land of Canaan. / Then bring your father and your families and return to me. I will give you the best of the land of Egypt, and you shall eat from the fat of the land.’

Genesis 39:4-6
Joseph found favor in his sight and became his personal attendant. Potiphar put him in charge of his household and entrusted him with everything he owned. / From the time that he put Joseph in charge of his household and all he owned, the LORD blessed the Egyptian’s household on account of him. The LORD’s blessing was on everything he owned, both in his house and in his field. / So Potiphar left all that he owned in Joseph’s care; he did not concern himself with anything except the food he ate. Now Joseph was well-built and handsome,

Genesis 41:40-41
You shall be in charge of my house, and all my people are to obey your commands. Only with regard to the throne will I be greater than you.” / Pharaoh also told Joseph, “I hereby place you over all the land of Egypt.”

Genesis 50:20
As for you, what you intended against me for evil, God intended for good, in order to accomplish a day like this—to preserve the lives of many people.

Exodus 1:8-11
Then a new king, who did not know Joseph, came to power in Egypt. / “Look,” he said to his people, “the Israelites have become too numerous and too powerful for us. / Come, let us deal shrewdly with them, or they will increase even more; and if a war breaks out, they may join our enemies, fight against us, and leave the country.” ...

Exodus 12:35-36
Furthermore, the Israelites acted on Moses’ word and asked the Egyptians for articles of silver and gold, and for clothing. / And the LORD gave the people such favor in the sight of the Egyptians that they granted their request. In this way they plundered the Egyptians.

1 Kings 10:1-5
Now when the queen of Sheba heard about the fame of Solomon concerning the name of the LORD, she came to test him with difficult questions. / She arrived in Jerusalem with a very large caravan—with camels bearing spices, gold in great abundance, and precious stones. And she came to Solomon and spoke to him all that was on her mind. / And Solomon answered all her questions; nothing was too difficult for the king to explain. ...

2 Chronicles 9:1-4
Now when the queen of Sheba heard about the fame of Solomon, she came to test him with difficult questions. She arrived in Jerusalem with a very large caravan—with camels bearing spices, gold in abundance, and precious stones. And she came to Solomon and spoke with him about all that was on her mind. / And Solomon answered all her questions; nothing was too difficult for him to explain. / When the queen of Sheba saw the wisdom of Solomon, the palace he had built, ...

Psalm 105:16-22
He called down famine on the land and cut off all their supplies of food. / He sent a man before them—Joseph, sold as a slave. / They bruised his feet with shackles and placed his neck in irons, ...

Acts 7:9-10
Because the patriarchs were jealous of Joseph, they sold him as a slave into Egypt. But God was with him / and rescued him from all his troubles. He granted Joseph favor and wisdom in the sight of Pharaoh king of Egypt, who appointed him ruler over Egypt and all his household.

Romans 8:28
And we know that God works all things together for the good of those who love Him, who are called according to His purpose.

Hebrews 11:22
By faith Joseph, when his end was near, spoke about the exodus of the Israelites and gave instructions about his bones.

Matthew 5:44
But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you,


Treasury of Scripture

And the man did as Joseph bade; and the man brought the men into Joseph's house.

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Genesis 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.














The man
This phrase refers to Joseph's steward, a trusted servant in charge of managing Joseph's household. In the ancient Egyptian context, a steward held significant authority and responsibility, often acting as an intermediary between the master and the guests. The Hebrew word used here is "אִישׁ" (ish), which can mean man, husband, or servant, depending on the context. This highlights the steward's role as an obedient and faithful servant, reflecting the importance of trust and loyalty in relationships, both human and divine.

did as Joseph had commanded
This phrase underscores the authority Joseph held in Egypt, second only to Pharaoh. The Hebrew verb "צִוָּה" (tsavah) means to command or order, indicating a directive that is expected to be followed without question. Joseph's ability to command reflects his wisdom and the respect he garnered, which can be seen as a parallel to the divine authority and wisdom of God. It serves as a reminder of the importance of obedience to God's commands in the life of a believer.

and took the men
The phrase "took the men" involves the action of leading or bringing, which in Hebrew is "לָקַח" (laqach). This verb often implies a purposeful action, suggesting that the steward was not merely escorting the brothers but was fulfilling a specific plan orchestrated by Joseph. This action can be seen as a metaphor for God's guidance in our lives, where He leads us according to His divine plan, even when we do not fully understand the journey.

to Joseph’s house
Joseph's house represents a place of provision, safety, and revelation. In the broader narrative, it is where Joseph reveals his identity to his brothers, leading to reconciliation and restoration. The house symbolizes a sanctuary, much like the spiritual refuge found in God's presence. Historically, Egyptian homes of high officials were grand and well-guarded, reflecting Joseph's elevated status. This setting foreshadows the unfolding of God's redemptive plan for Joseph's family, illustrating how God prepares a place for His people, both physically and spiritually.

Verses 17, 18. - And the man did as Joseph bade; and the man brought the men into Joseph's house. And the men were afraid, because they were brought into Joseph's house. "A more natural picture of the conduct of men from the country, when taken into the house of a superior, cannot be drawn. When they are told to go inside they at once suspect that they are about to be punished or confined (Roberts 'Oriental Illustrations,' p. 49). And they said (sc. To themselves), Because of the money that was returned in our sacks at the first time are we brought in; that he may seek occasion against us, - literally, that he may roll himself upon us (cf. Job 30:14; Psalm 22:8; Psalm 37:5; Proverbs 26:3). "To say a man rolls himself upon another is the Eastern way of saying he falls upon him" (Roberts' 'Oriental Illustrations,' p. 49) and fall upon us, and take us for bondmen, and our asses. The brethren of Joseph were clearly apprehensive of some serious stratagem to deprive them of liberty.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
The man
הָאִ֔ישׁ (hā·’îš)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 376: A man as an individual, a male person

did
וַיַּ֣עַשׂ (way·ya·‘aś)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 6213: To do, make

as
כַּֽאֲשֶׁ֖ר (ka·’ă·šer)
Preposition-k | Pronoun - relative
Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that

Joseph
יוֹסֵ֑ף (yō·w·sêp̄)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3130: Joseph -- 'he increases', a son of Jacob, also the name of several Israelites

had commanded
אָמַ֣ר (’ā·mar)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 559: To utter, say

and took
וַיָּבֵ֥א (way·yā·ḇê)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 935: To come in, come, go in, go

[the brothers]
הָאִ֛ישׁ (hā·’îš)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 376: A man as an individual, a male person

to Joseph’s
יוֹסֵֽף׃ (yō·w·sêp̄)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3130: Joseph -- 'he increases', a son of Jacob, also the name of several Israelites

house.
בֵּ֥יתָה (bê·ṯāh)
Noun - masculine singular | third person feminine singular
Strong's 1004: A house


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