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Then they all loaded their donkeys and returned to the city.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/genesis/44.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />When the brothers saw this, they tore their clothing in despair. Then they loaded their donkeys again and returned to the city.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/genesis/44.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Then they tore their clothes, and every man loaded his donkey, and they returned to the city.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/genesis/44.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Then they all tore their clothes, loaded their donkeys, and returned to the city.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/genesis/44.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Then they rent their clothes, and laded every man his ass, and returned to the city.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/genesis/44.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Then they tore their clothes, and each man loaded his donkey and returned to the city.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/genesis/44.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Then they tore their clothes <i>in grief,</i> and when each man had loaded his donkey, they returned to the city.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/genesis/44.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Then they tore their clothes, and when each man loaded his donkey, they returned to the city.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/genesis/44.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Then they tore their clothes, and when each man loaded his donkey, they returned to the city.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/genesis/44.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Then they tore their clothes, and each man loaded his donkey and returned to the city.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/genesis/44.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Then they tore their clothes [in grief]; and after each man had loaded his donkey again, they returned to the city.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/genesis/44.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Then they tore their clothes, and each one loaded his donkey and returned to the city.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/genesis/44.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Then they tore their clothes, and each one loaded his donkey and returned to the city. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/genesis/44.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Then they rent their clothes, and laded every man his ass, and returned to the city.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/genesis/44.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />This upset the brothers so much that they began tearing their clothes in sorrow. Then they loaded their donkeys and returned to the city. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/genesis/44.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Then they rent their clothes, and laded every man his ass, and returned to the city.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/genesis/44.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />When they saw this, they tore their clothes in grief. Then each one loaded his donkey and went back into the city.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/genesis/44.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />The brothers tore their clothes in sorrow, loaded their donkeys, and returned to the city. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/genesis/44.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />At this, they all tore their clothes, reloaded their donkeys, and returned to the city.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/genesis/44.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Then they all tore their clothes, loaded their donkeys, and returned to the city.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/genesis/44.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />They all tore their clothes! Then each man loaded his donkey, and they returned to the city. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/genesis/44.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Then they tore their clothes, and each man loaded his donkey and returned to the city.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/genesis/44.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Then they rent their clothes, and loaded every man his ass, and returned to the city.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/genesis/44.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Then they tore their clothes, and each man loaded his donkey, and returned to the city. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/genesis/44.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />and they tear their garments, and each loads his donkey, and they return to the city.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/genesis/44.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> and they rend their garments, and each ladeth his ass, and they turn back to the city.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/genesis/44.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And they will rend their garments, and will lift up each upon his ass, and will turn back to the city.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/genesis/44.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Then they rent their garments, and loading their asses again, returned into the town. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/genesis/44.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />But they, tearing their garments and burdening their donkeys again, returned to the town.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/genesis/44.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />At this, they tore their garments. Then, when each man had loaded his donkey again, they returned to the city.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/genesis/44.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />At this they tore their clothes. Then each one loaded his donkey, and they returned to the city.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/genesis/44.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />And they tore their clothes, and loaded every man his ass, and returned to the town.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/genesis/44.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And they ripped open their garments, and each man packed up on his donkey and they returned to the city.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/genesis/44.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />And they rent their clothes, and laded every man his ass, and returned to the city.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/genesis/44.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />And they rent their garments, and laid each man his sack on his ass, and returned to the city.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/genesis/44-13.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/7ehevn8iSgc?start=11501" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/genesis/44.htm">Benjamin and the Silver Cup</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">12</span>The steward searched, beginning with the oldest and ending with the youngest—and the cup was found in Benjamin’s sack. <span class="reftext">13</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/7167.htm" title="7167: way·yiq·rə·‘ū (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp) -- To tear. A primitive root; to rend, literally or figuratively.">Then they all tore</a> <a href="/hebrew/8071.htm" title="8071: śim·lō·ṯām (N-fpc:: 3mp) -- A wrapper, mantle. Perhaps by permutation for the feminine of cemel; a dress, especially a mantle.">their clothes,</a> <a href="/hebrew/376.htm" title="376: ’îš (N-ms) -- Man. Contracted for 'enowsh; a man as an individual or a male person; often used as an adjunct to a more definite term."></a> <a href="/hebrew/5921.htm" title="5921: ‘al- (Prep) -- Properly, the same as al used as a preposition; above, over, upon, or against in a great variety of applications."></a> <a href="/hebrew/6006.htm" title="6006: way·ya·‘ă·mōs (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms) -- To load, carry a load. Or mamas; a primitive root; to load, i.e. Impose a burden.">loaded</a> <a href="/hebrew/2543.htm" title="2543: ḥă·mō·rōw (N-msc:: 3ms) -- A male ass. Or chamor; from chamar; a male ass.">their donkeys,</a> <a href="/hebrew/7725.htm" title="7725: way·yā·šu·ḇū (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp) -- A primitive root; to turn back transitively or intransitively, literally or figuratively; generally to retreat; often adverbial, again.">and returned</a> <a href="/hebrew/5892.htm" title="5892: hā·‘î·rāh (Art:: N-fs:: 3fs) -- Excitement. Or par; or ayar; from uwr a city in the widest sense.">to the city.</a> </span><span class="reftext">14</span>When Judah and his brothers arrived at Joseph’s house, he was still there, and they fell to the ground before him.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/37-29.htm">Genesis 37:29-34</a></span><br />When Reuben returned to the pit and saw that Joseph was not there, he tore his clothes, / returned to his brothers, and said, “The boy is gone! What am I going to do?” / Then they took Joseph’s robe, slaughtered a young goat, and dipped the robe in its blood. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/42-35.htm">Genesis 42:35-38</a></span><br />As they began emptying their sacks, there in each man’s sack was his bag of silver! And when they and their father saw the bags of silver, they were dismayed. / Their father Jacob said to them, “You have deprived me of my sons. Joseph is gone and Simeon is no more. Now you want to take Benjamin. Everything is going against me!” / Then Reuben said to his father, “You may kill my two sons if I fail to bring him back to you. Put him in my care, and I will return him.” ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_samuel/1-11.htm">2 Samuel 1:11-12</a></span><br />Then David took hold of his own clothes and tore them, and all the men who were with him did the same. / They mourned and wept and fasted until evening for Saul and his son Jonathan, and for the people of the LORD and the house of Israel, because they had fallen by the sword.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/joshua/7-6.htm">Joshua 7:6</a></span><br />Then Joshua tore his clothes and fell facedown before the ark of the LORD until evening, as did the elders of Israel; and they all sprinkled dust on their heads.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_kings/18-37.htm">2 Kings 18:37</a></span><br />Then Hilkiah’s son Eliakim the palace administrator, Shebna the scribe, and Asaph’s son Joah the recorder came to Hezekiah with their clothes torn, and they relayed to him the words of the Rabshakeh.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/job/1-20.htm">Job 1:20</a></span><br />Then Job stood up, tore his robe, and shaved his head. He fell to the ground and worshiped,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/36-24.htm">Jeremiah 36:24</a></span><br />Yet in hearing all these words, the king and his servants did not become frightened or tear their garments.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_samuel/13-31.htm">2 Samuel 13:31</a></span><br />Then the king stood up, tore his clothes, and lay down on the ground. And all his servants stood by with their clothes torn.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/numbers/14-6.htm">Numbers 14:6</a></span><br />Joshua son of Nun and Caleb son of Jephunneh, who were among those who had spied out the land, tore their clothes<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/21-27.htm">1 Kings 21:27</a></span><br />When Ahab heard these words, he tore his clothes, put on sackcloth, and fasted. He lay down in sackcloth and walked around meekly.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/26-65.htm">Matthew 26:65</a></span><br />At this, the high priest tore his clothes and declared, “He has blasphemed! Why do we need any more witnesses? Look, now you have heard the blasphemy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/14-14.htm">Acts 14:14</a></span><br />But when the apostles Barnabas and Paul found out about this, they tore their clothes and rushed into the crowd, shouting,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/mark/14-63.htm">Mark 14:63</a></span><br />At this, the high priest tore his clothes and declared, “Why do we need any more witnesses?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/19-41.htm">Luke 19:41</a></span><br />As Jesus approached Jerusalem and saw the city, He wept over it<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/11-33.htm">John 11:33-35</a></span><br />When Jesus saw her weeping, and the Jews who had come with her also weeping, He was deeply moved in spirit and troubled. / “Where have you put him?” He asked. “Come and see, Lord,” they answered. / Jesus wept.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Then they rent their clothes, and laded every man his ass, and returned to the city.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/genesis/37-29.htm">Genesis 37:29-34</a></b></br> And Reuben returned unto the pit; and, behold, Joseph <i>was</i> not in the pit; and he rent his clothes… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/numbers/14-6.htm">Numbers 14:6</a></b></br> And Joshua the son of Nun, and Caleb the son of Jephunneh, <i>which were</i> of them that searched the land, rent their clothes:</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/2_samuel/1-2.htm">2 Samuel 1:2,11</a></b></br> It came even to pass on the third day, that, behold, a man came out of the camp from Saul with his clothes rent, and earth upon his head: and <i>so</i> it was, when he came to David, that he fell to the earth, and did obeisance… </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/genesis/42-27.htm">Ass</a> <a href="/genesis/44-3.htm">Asses</a> <a href="/genesis/44-8.htm">Bags</a> <a href="/genesis/43-1.htm">Bitter</a> <a href="/genesis/44-4.htm">City</a> <a href="/genesis/41-42.htm">Clothes</a> <a href="/genesis/42-27.htm">Donkey</a> <a href="/genesis/44-3.htm">Donkeys</a> <a href="/genesis/41-42.htm">Garments</a> <a href="/genesis/38-12.htm">Grief</a> <a href="/genesis/42-26.htm">Loaded</a> <a href="/john/19-24.htm">Rend</a> <a href="/genesis/37-34.htm">Rent</a> <a href="/genesis/37-34.htm">Tore</a> <a href="/genesis/43-13.htm">Turn</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/genesis/49-11.htm">Ass</a> <a href="/genesis/45-23.htm">Asses</a> <a href="/2_kings/5-23.htm">Bags</a> <a href="/genesis/49-7.htm">Bitter</a> <a href="/genesis/47-21.htm">City</a> <a href="/genesis/45-22.htm">Clothes</a> <a href="/genesis/49-11.htm">Donkey</a> <a href="/genesis/45-23.htm">Donkeys</a> <a href="/genesis/45-22.htm">Garments</a> <a href="/genesis/50-11.htm">Grief</a> <a href="/genesis/45-23.htm">Loaded</a> <a href="/exodus/28-32.htm">Rend</a> <a href="/exodus/28-32.htm">Rent</a> <a href="/exodus/32-3.htm">Tore</a> <a href="/genesis/44-25.htm">Turn</a><div class="vheading2">Genesis 44</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/genesis/44-1.htm">Joseph's policy to stay his brothers.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">6. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/genesis/44-6.htm">The silver cup is found in Benjamin's sack.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">14. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/genesis/44-14.htm">They are brought before Joseph.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">18. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/genesis/44-18.htm">Judah's humble supplication to Joseph.</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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This act is seen throughout the Old Testament, such as when Jacob believed Joseph was dead (<a href="/genesis/37-34.htm">Genesis 37:34</a>) and when Job experienced his great losses (<a href="/job/1-20.htm">Job 1:20</a>). In this context, the brothers' tearing of their clothes signifies their profound anguish and desperation upon discovering the silver cup in Benjamin's sack, fearing the consequences and the impact on their father, Jacob.<p><b>loaded their donkeys</b><br>Donkeys were common pack animals in the ancient world, used for transportation and carrying goods. The mention of donkeys highlights the brothers' readiness to return immediately to Joseph, indicating their urgency and the seriousness of the situation. This detail also reflects the historical and cultural context of the time, where donkeys were essential for travel and trade.<p><b>and returned to the city</b><br>The city referred to here is likely the Egyptian city where Joseph, as a high-ranking official, resided. This return marks a pivotal moment in the narrative, as the brothers must face Joseph and the potential consequences of the alleged theft. The city serves as the setting for the unfolding of God's providential plan, where Joseph's true identity will eventually be revealed. This return also foreshadows the reconciliation and restoration that will occur, aligning with the broader biblical theme of redemption and forgiveness.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/j/joseph.htm">Joseph</a></b><br>- The governor of Egypt, who orchestrated the test of his brothers by placing a silver cup in Benjamin's sack.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/j/joseph's_brothers.htm">Joseph's Brothers</a></b><br>- The sons of Jacob, who are returning to Egypt after being accused of stealing Joseph's silver cup.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/b/benjamin.htm">Benjamin</a></b><br>- The youngest brother, in whose sack the silver cup was found, causing distress among the brothers.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/e/egypt.htm">Egypt</a></b><br>- The land where Joseph is second in command and where the brothers have come to buy grain.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_city.htm">The City</a></b><br>- Refers to the city of Egypt where Joseph resides and where the brothers return to face the consequences of the alleged theft.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/e/expression_of_grief.htm">Expression of Grief</a></b><br>The act of tearing clothes in <a href="/genesis/44-13.htm">Genesis 44:13</a> is a profound expression of grief and despair. It reflects the brothers' realization of the gravity of their situation and their helplessness. In our lives, we must recognize and express our emotions in healthy ways, bringing our burdens to God in prayer.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/u/unity_in_adversity.htm">Unity in Adversity</a></b><br>Despite their past conflicts, the brothers unite in their distress and return together to the city. This unity in adversity can teach us the importance of standing together with family and community during difficult times.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/f/facing_consequences.htm">Facing Consequences</a></b><br>The brothers' return to the city signifies their willingness to face the consequences of their actions. As believers, we are called to take responsibility for our actions and seek reconciliation and forgiveness when we err.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/p/providence_and_testing.htm">Providence and Testing</a></b><br>Joseph's test of his brothers is part of God's providential plan to bring about reconciliation and growth. In our lives, we may face tests that challenge us, but we can trust that God uses these for our ultimate good and His glory.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_genesis_44.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Genesis 44</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_to_wisely_manage_resources_finances.htm">What is the Kingdom of God like?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/jacob's_blessings_for_his_sons.htm">What are Jacob's prophetic blessings for his sons?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_david_wear_an_ephod_legally.htm">In 1 Chronicles 15:27, David wears an ephod traditionally reserved for priests--how do we explain this apparent merging of royal and priestly roles without violating Mosaic Law?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/should_one_choose_burial_or_cremation.htm">Should one choose burial or cremation?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/genesis/44-13.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">Then they all tore</span><br /><span class="heb">וַֽיִּקְרְע֖וּ</span> <span class="translit">(way·yiq·rə·‘ū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7167.htm">Strong's 7167: </a> </span><span class="str2">To rend</span><br /><br /><span class="word">their clothes,</span><br /><span class="heb">שִׂמְלֹתָ֑ם</span> <span class="translit">(śim·lō·ṯām)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine plural construct | third person masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8071.htm">Strong's 8071: </a> </span><span class="str2">A dress, a mantle</span><br /><br /><span class="word">loaded</span><br /><span class="heb">וַֽיַּעֲמֹס֙</span> <span class="translit">(way·ya·‘ă·mōs)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6006.htm">Strong's 6006: </a> </span><span class="str2">To load, impose a, burden</span><br /><br /><span class="word">their donkeys,</span><br /><span class="heb">חֲמֹר֔וֹ</span> <span class="translit">(ḥă·mō·rōw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2543.htm">Strong's 2543: </a> </span><span class="str2">A male ass</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and returned</span><br /><span class="heb">וַיָּשֻׁ֖בוּ</span> <span class="translit">(way·yā·šu·ḇū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7725.htm">Strong's 7725: </a> </span><span class="str2">To turn back, in, to retreat, again</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to the city.</span><br /><span class="heb">הָעִֽירָה׃</span> <span class="translit">(hā·‘î·rāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article | Noun - feminine singular | third person feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5892.htm">Strong's 5892: </a> </span><span class="str2">Excitement</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/genesis/44-13.htm">Genesis 44:13 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/genesis/44-13.htm">Genesis 44:13 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/genesis/44-13.htm">Genesis 44:13 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/genesis/44-13.htm">Genesis 44:13 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/genesis/44-13.htm">Genesis 44:13 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/genesis/44-13.htm">Genesis 44:13 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/genesis/44-13.htm">Genesis 44:13 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/genesis/44-13.htm">Genesis 44:13 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/genesis/44-13.htm">Genesis 44:13 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/genesis/44-13.htm">Genesis 44:13 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/genesis/44-13.htm">OT Law: Genesis 44:13 Then they tore their clothes and every (Gen. 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