G. Campbell Morgan's Exposition on the Whole Bible - Genesis 42:1-38
According to the foretelling of Joseph in interpreting Pharaoh's dreams, the famine came; but through Joseph's executive ability Egypt was provided with corn sufficient not only for its own needs, but equal to the need of other peoples. At last Joseph's brethren are seen fulfilling his dream of long ago and bowing down in his presence. His conversation with them is revealing. Questioned about themselves, they replied, 'We . . . are twelve brethren . . . and one is not." These men were... read more
F.B. Meyer's 'Through the Bible' Commentary - Genesis 42:1-17
Joseph Sees His Ten Brothers Genesis 42:1-17 The true interpretation of Joseph’s treatment of his brethren is to be found in the supposition that he repeated toward them, as nearly as possible, the behavior that they had shown to himself at the pit’s mouth, and this with no thought of retaliation, but that their consciences might be awakened, and that he might discover if they would deal differently with Benjamin than they had dealt with him. He needed to be sure of their repentance before... read more