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Genesis 42:24

King James Version (KJV)

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Genesis 42:24

Verse 24 of 38

Scripture focus

And he turned himself about from them, and wept; and returned to them again, and communed with them, and took from them Simeon, and bound him before their eyes.

Genesis 42:24 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on Genesis 42:24

Theological / Devotional

Took from them Simeon. Passing by Reuben, who had been comparatively guiltless, Joseph selected Simeon, the chief instigator of the cruel treatment he received (PP 226). Simeon’s heartlessness had been manifested on other occasions also, as when he and Levi had massacred the Shechemites. As Simeon was bound before the eyes of his brothers they were forcefully reminded of what they had done to Joseph, who may have hoped that pity for Simeon would encourage their more speedy return with Benjamin.

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