Genesis 47:16

New International Reader's Version

“Then bring your livestock,” said Joseph. “You say your money is gone. So I’ll trade you food for your livestock.”

Cross References

Genesis 47:15

When the money of the people of Egypt and Canaan was gone, all the Egyptians came to Joseph. They said, “Give us food. What good would it do you to watch us all die? Our money is all gone.”

Genesis 47:17

They brought their livestock to Joseph. He traded them food for their animals. They gave him their horses, sheep, goats, cattle and donkeys. He helped the people live through that year by trading them food for all their livestock.

Proverbs 12:17

An honest witness tells the truth. But a dishonest witness tells lies.

1 Corinthians 10:32

Don’t do anything that causes another person to trip and fall. It doesn’t matter if that person is a Jew or a Greek or a member of God’s church.

Philippians 4:8

Finally, my brothers and sisters, always think about what is true. Think about what is noble, right and pure. Think about what is lovely and worthy of respect. If anything is excellent or worthy of praise, think about those kinds of things.

Colossians 4:5

Be wise in the way you act toward outsiders. Make the most of every opportunity.