Genesis 42:16 Meaning
Send one of you, and let him fetch your brother, and ye shall be kept in prison, that your words may be proved, whether there be any truth in you: or else by the life of Pharaoh surely ye are spies.
Context Explained
14And Joseph said unto them, That is it that I spake unto you, saying, Ye are spies:
15Hereby ye shall be proved: By the life of Pharaoh ye shall not go forth hence, except your youngest brother come hither.
16Send one of you, and let him fetch your brother, and ye shall be kept in prison, that your words may be proved, whether there be any truth in you: or else by the life of Pharaoh surely ye are spies.
17And he put them all together into ward three days.
18And Joseph said unto them the third day, This do, and live; for I fear God:
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Matthew 4:1
Both Joseph and Jesus face tests that reveal their character.
James 1:3
Both verses discuss the testing of faith and its role in spiritual growth.
Genesis 44:9
The theme of testing continues as Joseph seeks to reveal the truth about his brothers.
Source: Genesis 42:16