Genesis 45:12

King James Version:

(The Lord speaking is red text)

And, behold, your eyes see, and the eyes of my brother Benjamin, that [it is] my mouth that speaketh unto you.

Complete Jewish Bible:

Here! Your own eyes see, and the eyes of my brother Binyamin, that it is my own mouth speaking to you.

Berean Standard Bible:

Behold! You and my brother Benjamin can see that I, Joseph, am the one speaking with you.

American Standard Version:

And, behold, your eyes see, and the eyes of my brother Benjamin, that it is my mouth that speaketh unto you.

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

And, behold, your eyes^{H5869} see^{H7200}, and the eyes^{H5869} of my brother^{H251} Benjamin^{H1144}, that it is my mouth^{H6310} that speaketh^{H1696} unto you.

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Commentary for Genesis 45:12

1. **Themes:**
- **Forgiveness and Reconciliation:** Joseph reveals his identity to his brothers, extending forgiveness for their past betrayal when they sold him into slavery.
- **Divine Providence:** The verse underscores the theme of God's plan being fulfilled, as Joseph acknowledges that his current position of power is part of a larger divine narrative.
- **Family Loyalty:** Joseph emphasizes the familial bond by addressing his brothers and particularly highlighting his connection with Benjamin, his full brother.

2. **Historical Context:**
- **Set in Egypt:** The events take place in ancient Egypt, where Joseph, an Israelite, has risen to a position of high authority, second only to Pharaoh, due to his ability to interpret dreams.
- **Famine in Canaan:** A severe famine has driven Joseph's brothers to Egypt in search of food. They are unaware that the Egyptian official they are dealing with is their long-lost brother.
- **Joseph's Rise to Power:** Previously, Joseph was sold into slavery by his brothers, falsely accused of impropriety by his master's wife, and imprisoned. His ability to interpret dreams eventually led to his role as Pharaoh's advisor and his elevated status.
- **The Test:** Before revealing himself, Joseph tests his brothers to see if they have changed, particularly by setting up a situation to see if they would protect Benjamin, the youngest brother and Joseph's full sibling.

In Genesis 45:12, Joseph reassures his brothers that he is indeed their brother, whom they sold into slavery. This revelation is a pivotal moment in the narrative, demonstrating Joseph's faith in God's purpose for his life and setting the stage for the eventual relocation of the Israelites to Egypt, which will have significant implications for their future as a nation.

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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)

1. Strong's Number: H5869
   There are 830 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: עַיִן
   Transliteration: ʻayin
   Pronunciation: ah'-yin
   Description: probably a primitive word; an eye (literally or figuratively); by analogy, a fountain (as the eye of the landscape); affliction, outward appearance, [phrase] before, [phrase] think best, colour, conceit, [phrase] be content, countenance, [phrase] displease, eye((-brow), (-d), -sight), face, [phrase] favour, fountain, furrow (from the margin), [idiom] him, [phrase] humble, knowledge, look, ([phrase] well), [idiom] me, open(-ly), [phrase] (not) please, presence, [phrase] regard, resemblance, sight, [idiom] thee, [idiom] them, [phrase] think, [idiom] us, well, [idiom] you(-rselves).
   
2. Strong's Number: H7200
   There are 1212 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: רָאָה
   Transliteration: râʼâh
   Pronunciation: raw-aw'
   Description: a primitive root; to see, literally or figuratively (in numerous applications, direct and implied, transitive, intransitive and causative); advise self, appear, approve, behold, [idiom] certainly, consider, discern, (make to) enjoy, have experience, gaze, take heed, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] joyfully, lo, look (on, one another, one on another, one upon another, out, up, upon), mark, meet, [idiom] be near, perceive, present, provide, regard, (have) respect, (fore-, cause to, let) see(-r, -m, one another), shew (self), [idiom] sight of others, (e-) spy, stare, [idiom] surely, [idiom] think, view, visions.
   
3. Strong's Number: H251
   There are 636 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: אָח
   Transliteration: ʼâch
   Pronunciation: awkh
   Description: a primitive word; a brother (used in the widest sense of literal relationship and metaphorical affinity or resemblance (like father)); another, brother(-ly); kindred, like, other. Compare also the proper names beginning with 'Ah-' or 'Ahi-'.
   
4. Strong's Number: H1144
   There are 156 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: בִּנְיָמִין
   Transliteration: Binyâmîyn
   Pronunciation: bin-yaw-mene'
   Description: from בֵּן and יָמִין; son of (the) right hand; Binjamin, youngest son of Jacob; also the tribe descended from him, and its territory; Benjamin.
   
5. Strong's Number: H6310
   There are 460 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: פֶּה
   Transliteration: peh
   Pronunciation: peh
   Description: from פָּאָה; the mouth (as the means of blowing), whether literal or figurative (particularly speech); specifically edge, portion or side; adverbially (with preposition) according to; accord(-ing as, -ing to), after, appointment, assent, collar, command(-ment), [idiom] eat, edge, end, entry, [phrase] file, hole, [idiom] in, mind, mouth, part, portion, [idiom] (should) say(-ing), sentence, skirt, sound, speech, [idiom] spoken, talk, tenor, [idiom] to, [phrase] two-edged, wish, word.
   
6. Strong's Number: H1696
   There are 1050 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: דָבַר
   Transliteration: dâbar
   Pronunciation: daw-bar'
   Description: a primitive root; perhaps properly, to arrange; but used figuratively (of words), to speak; rarely (in a destructive sense) to subdue; answer, appoint, bid, command, commune, declare, destroy, give, name, promise, pronounce, rehearse, say, speak, be spokesman, subdue, talk, teach, tell, think, use (entreaties), utter, [idiom] well, [idiom] work.