Genesis 44:11

Old Testament Law (Torah) ASV (1901)

What does Genesis 44:11 say?

The American Standard Version records this verse as: “Then they hasted, and took down every man his sack to the ground, and opened every man his sack.” Read the surrounding verses and the named sources below before drawing broader conclusions.

The verse

Then they hasted, and took down every man his sack to the ground, and opened every man his sack.
Genesis 44:11 — American Standard Version

Context — Genesis 44

American Standard Version (1901) — public domain. Click any verse for its study page.
11Then they hasted, and took down every man his sack to the ground, and opened every man his sack.

What do historical commentaries say?

John Gill's Exposition
John Gill (1697–1771) · Exposition of the Old and New Testament · 18th-century historical commentary
“Then they speedily took down every man his sack to the ground, etc.] To be opened and examined, and this they did in all haste, as having a clear conscience, and being confident that nothing could be found upon them, and desirous of having the affair issued as soon as possible, that the steward might have full satisfaction, and they proceed on in their journey: and opened every man his sack; showing neither reluctance nor fear, being conscious of their innocence.”
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Barnes' Notes
Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · Notes on the Whole Bible · 19th-century historical commentary
“- The Ten Brothers Were Tested Joseph has had the satisfaction of seeing his brother Benjamin safe and well. He has heard his brothers acknowledging their guilt concerning himself. He resolves to put their attachment to Benjamin, and the genuineness of their change of disposition, to a test that will at the same time expose Benjamin to no hazard. Genesis 44:1-5 And my cup. - Besides returning each man’s money as before, a silver cup of Joseph’s is put in Benjamin’s bag, after which, when daylight comes, they are dismissed. They are scarcely out of the town when Joseph’s steward is ordered to overtake them, and charge them with stealing the cup. “And whereby indeed he divineth.” Divining by…”
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Tyndale Open Study Notes
Tyndale House Publishers · Tyndale Open Study Notes · Modern study notes
“44:11-12 The palace manager knew where the cup was, but he created more anxiety by beginning with the oldest.”
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