Genesis 42:23

The Passion Translation

They had no clue that Joseph understood every word, for he had been speaking to them through an interpreter.

Cross References

2 Corinthians 5:20

We are ambassadors of the Anointed One who carry the message of Christ to the world, as though God were tenderly pleading with them directly through our lips. So we tenderly plead with you on Christ’s behalf, “Turn back to God and be reconciled to him.”

Genesis 11:7

Come, let us go down and confuse their language and prevent them from understanding each other.”

Genesis 42:22

Then Reuben spoke up, “Didn’t I tell you not to sin against the boy? But you wouldn’t listen! So now we’re paying the price for his murder!”

Genesis 42:24

Deeply affected by what he heard, Joseph began to weep and hurriedly left their presence. After he had composed himself, he returned to them, and pointing to Simeon, said, “This one will remain here.” Then he had him tied and bound while they all watched.

Genesis 45:12

“My brothers, you each can see for yourselves, and Benjamin can too, that I really am Joseph, for I’m speaking to you face-to-face in our own language.