Genesis 42:24

New American Bible - revised edition

But turning away from them, he wept. When he was able to speak to them again, he took Simeon from among them and bound him before their eyes.

Cross References

Genesis 43:30

With that, Joseph hurried out, for he was so overcome with affection for his brother that he was on the verge of tears. So he went into a private room and wept there.

Hebrews 4:15

For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but one who has similarly been tested in every way, yet without sin.

1 Corinthians 12:26

If [one] part suffers, all the parts suffer with it; if one part is honored, all the parts share its joy. Application to Christ.

Romans 12:15

Rejoice with those who rejoice, weep with those who weep.

Luke 19:41

As he drew near, he saw the city and wept over it,

Isaiah 63:9

in their every affliction. It was not an envoy or a messenger, but his presence that saved them. Because of his love and pity the Lord redeemed them, Lifting them up and carrying them all the days of old.

Genesis 43:23

He replied, “Calm down! Do not fear! Your God and the God of your father must have put treasure in your bags for you. As for your money, I received it.” With that, he led Simeon out to them.

Genesis 43:14

May God Almighty grant you mercy in the presence of the man, so that he may let your other brother go, as well as Benjamin. As for me, if I am to suffer bereavement, I shall suffer it.”

Genesis 34:25

On the third day, while they were still in pain, two of Jacob’s sons, Simeon and Levi, brothers of Dinah, each took his sword, advanced against the unsuspecting city and massacred all the males.

Genesis 42:23

They did not know, of course, that Joseph understood what they said, since he spoke with them through an interpreter.

Genesis 45:1

Joseph could no longer restrain himself in the presence of all his attendants, so he cried out, “Have everyone withdraw from me!” So no one attended him when he made himself known to his brothers.

Genesis 45:2

But his sobs were so loud that the Egyptians heard him, and so the news reached Pharaoh’s house.