Genesis 45:16

Contemporary English Version 1995

When it was told in the palace that Joseph's brothers had come, the king and his officials were happy.

Cross References

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.

Acts 6:5

This suggestion pleased everyone, and they began by choosing Stephen. He had great faith and was filled with the Holy Spirit. Then they chose Philip, Prochorus, Nicanor, Timon, Parmenas, and also Nicolaus, who worshiped with the Jewish people in Antioch.

Esther 5:14

Haman's wife and friends said to him, “Have a gallows built about 22 meters high, and tomorrow morning ask the king to hang Mordecai there. Then later, you can have dinner with the king and enjoy yourself.” This seemed like a good idea to Haman, and he had the gallows built.

Esther 2:4

Then let the young woman who pleases you most take Vashti's place as queen. King Xerxes liked these suggestions, and he followed them.

Esther 1:21

King Xerxes and his officials liked what Memucan had said,

2 Samuel 3:36

Everyone noticed what David did, and they liked it, just as they always liked what he did.

Deuteronomy 1:33

even though he had always been with us in the desert. During the daytime, the Lord was in the cloud, leading us in the right direction and showing us where to camp. And at night, he was there in the fire.

Genesis 41:33

Your Majesty, you should find someone who is wise and will know what to do, so that you can put him in charge of all Egypt.

Genesis 34:18

Hamor and Shechem liked what was said.

Genesis 20:15

and told Abraham he could settle anywhere in his country.

Genesis 16:6

Abram said, “All right! She's your slave—do whatever you want with her.” Then Sarai began treating Hagar so harshly that she finally ran away.

Genesis 45:15

Joseph was still crying as he kissed each of his other brothers. After this, they started talking with Joseph.

Genesis 45:17

So the king said to Joseph: Tell your brothers to load their donkeys and return to Canaan.

Genesis 41:37

The king and his officials liked this plan.