CRITICAL NOTES.— Genesis 43:7. The man asked us straitly.] Heb., “Asking, asked.” He earnestly enquired about us and our kindred.— GENESIS 43:9. LET ME BEAR THE BLAME FOR EVER.] Heb., “I shall be a sinner to thee all the days.” He would consent to be reputed guilty of violating his plighted faith.... [ Continue Reading ]
CRITICAL NOTES.— Genesis 43:16. Slay, and make ready.] “The objection which has been here found, that the higher castes of the Egyptians ate no animal food, only shows the ignorance of the objectors. We know abundantly from Herodotus and other authorities, that it was only from certain animals that... [ Continue Reading ]
CRITICAL NOTES.— Genesis 43:23. I had your money.] Heb. “Your money came to me.” He means to tell them, “You cannot be called to account for the money, for I had it. Whatever became of it afterwards, I hereby acknowledge the receipt of it for the corn. You are credited with payment in full; therefo... [ Continue Reading ]
CRITICAL NOTES.— Genesis 43:27. Is your father well?] Heb. “Is there peace to your father?”— GENESIS 43:28. THY SERVANT, OUR FATHER, IS IN GOOD HEALTH, HE IS YET ALIVE?] Heb., “Peace to thy servant our father—he yet lives.”— GENESIS 43:29. GOD BE GRACIOUS TO THEE, MY SON.] “Benjamin was only abou... [ Continue Reading ]