Genesis 45:1

Contemporary English Version Interconfessional Edition

Since Joseph could no longer control his feelings in front of his servants, he sent them out of the room. When he was alone with his brothers, he told them, “I am Joseph.”

Cross References

Matthew 18:15

If one of my followers sins against you, go and point out what was wrong. But do it in private, just between the two of you. If that person listens, you have won back a follower.

1 Corinthians 13:5

rude. Love isn't selfish or quick tempered. It doesn't keep a record of wrongs that others do.

Acts 10:41

Not everyone saw him. He was seen only by us, who ate and drank with him after he was raised from death. We were the ones God chose to tell others about him.

Jeremiah 20:9

Sometimes I tell myself not to think about you, Lord, or even mention your name. But your message burns in my heart and bones, and I cannot keep silent.

Isaiah 42:14

For a long time, I, the Lord, have held my temper; now I will cry out and groan like a woman giving birth.

2 Samuel 1:20

Don't tell it in Gath or spread the news on the streets of Ashkelon. The godless Philistine women will be happy and jump for joy.

Acts 7:13

It was on their second trip that Joseph told his brothers who he was, and the king learned about Joseph's family.

Genesis 44:34

How can I face my father if Benjamin isn't with me? I couldn't bear to see my father in such sorrow.

2 Samuel 13:9

Then she took the bread out of the pan and put it on his plate, but he refused to eat it. Amnon said, “Send the servants out of the house.” After they had gone,

Genesis 42:24

Joseph turned away from them and cried, but soon he turned back and spoke to them again. Then he had Simeon tied up and taken away while they watched.

Zechariah 12:10

I, the Lord, will make the descendants of David and the people of Jerusalem feel deep sorrow and pray when they see the one they pierced with a spear. They will mourn and weep for him, as parents weep over the death of their only child or their first-born.