Genesis 43:33

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

To the surprise of Joseph's brothers, they were seated in front of him according to their ages, from the eldest to the youngest.

Cross References

Matthew 8:10

When Jesus heard this, he was so surprised that he turned and said to the crowd following him, “I tell you that in all of Israel I've never found anyone with this much faith!

Genesis 42:7

They did not recognize Joseph, but straight away he knew who they were, though he pretended not to know. Instead, he spoke harshly and asked, “Where do you come from?” “From the land of Canaan,” they answered. “We've come here to buy grain.”

Genesis 44:12

Joseph's servant started searching the sacks, beginning with the one that belonged to the eldest brother. When he came to Benjamin's sack, he found the cup.

Genesis 48:18

Joseph said, “Father, you have made a mistake. This is the elder boy. Put your right hand on him.”