Genesis 44:5 Meaning
Is not this it in which my lord drinketh, and whereby indeed he divineth? ye have done evil in so doing.
Context Explained
3As soon as the morning was light, the men were sent away, they and their asses.
4And when they were gone out of the city, and not yet far off, Joseph said unto his steward, Up, follow after the men; and when thou dost overtake them, say unto them, Wherefore have ye rewarded evil for good?
5Is not this it in which my lord drinketh, and whereby indeed he divineth? ye have done evil in so doing.
6And he overtook them, and he spake unto them these same words.
7And they said unto him, Wherefore saith my lord these words? God forbid that thy servants should do according to this thing:
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Matthew 7:1
This verse highlights the theme of judgment, similar to how Jesus teaches about not judging others.
Source: Genesis 44:5