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Genesis 37:29

King James Version (KJV)

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Genesis 37:29

Verse 29 of 36

Scripture focus

And Reuben returned unto the pit; and, behold, Joseph [was] not in the pit; and he rent his clothes.

Genesis 37:29 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on Genesis 37:29

Theological / Devotional

Reuben returned. The whole transaction took place in Reuben’s absence and without his knowledge. Having persuaded his brothers to consent to cast Joseph alive into a pit, he had left them before Joseph arrived, lest they should discern his intention to restore Joseph to his father (PP 211). The rending of one’s clothing was an ancient custom expressive of grief and sorrow (see Gen. 37:34; 44:13; 2 Sam. 13:31; 2 Kings 18:37; Job 1:20).

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