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Genesis 43:12

Take double the money that was returned to you in your sacks—maybe it was a mistake.

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In The King James Version

And take double money in your hand; and the money that was brought again in the mouth of your sacks, carry it again in your hand; peradventure it was an oversight:

In Context

11“If it has to be, then this is what you'll do,” Israel replied. “Take with you the best our country produces. Pack your bags with gifts for the man—balm, a little honey, spices, myrrh, pistachios, and almonds.

13Take your brother and go back to the man right away.

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Cross References

Genesis 42:25Joseph gave the order to fill up their sacks with grain, and also to return the money they had paid by placing it in the sacks as well. He also ordered that they should be provided with food for their journey home. All this was done.

Romans 12:17Don't pay back anyone evil for evil. Make sure you show everybody that what you're doing is good,

2 Corinthians 8:21We're concerned to do things the right way, not only in the eyes of the Lord, but also in the eyes of everyone.

1 Thessalonians 4:6Don't cheat or take advantage of another Christian in these matters, for the Lord is the one who executes justice in all such things, as we've already clearly explained to you, and warned you about.

Hebrews 13:8Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever.

Matthew Henry on Genesis 43:12-15

Joseph's Brethren Again Sent to Egypt. ( b. c. 1707.) 11 And their father Israel said unto them, If it must be so now, do this; take of the best fruits in the land in your vessels, and carry down the man a present, a little balm, and a little honey, spices, and myrrh, nuts, and almonds: 12 And take double money in your hand; and the money that was brought again in the mouth of your sacks, carry it again in your hand; peradventure it was an oversight: 13 Take also your brother, and arise, go again unto the man: 14… Read the whole commentary →

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