Genesis 45:2
New International Version
And he wept so loudly that the Egyptians heard him, and Pharaoh’s household heard about it.

New Living Translation
Then he broke down and wept. He wept so loudly the Egyptians could hear him, and word of it quickly carried to Pharaoh’s palace.

English Standard Version
And he wept aloud, so that the Egyptians heard it, and the household of Pharaoh heard it.

Berean Standard Bible
But he wept so loudly that the Egyptians heard him, and Pharaoh’s household soon heard of it.

King James Bible
And he wept aloud: and the Egyptians and the house of Pharaoh heard.

New King James Version
And he wept aloud, and the Egyptians and the house of Pharaoh heard it.

New American Standard Bible
Then he wept so loudly that the Egyptians heard it, and the household of Pharaoh heard about it.

NASB 1995
He wept so loudly that the Egyptians heard it, and the household of Pharaoh heard of it.

NASB 1977
And he wept so loudly that the Egyptians heard it, and the household of Pharaoh heard of it.

Legacy Standard Bible
Then he wept loudly. And the Egyptians heard it, and the household of Pharaoh heard it.

Amplified Bible
Joseph wept aloud, and the Egyptians [who had just left him] heard it, and the household of Pharaoh heard of it.

Christian Standard Bible
But he wept so loudly that the Egyptians heard it, and also Pharaoh’s household heard it.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
But he wept so loudly that the Egyptians heard it, and also Pharaoh’s household heard it.

American Standard Version
And he wept aloud: and the Egyptians heard, and the house of Pharaoh heard.

Contemporary English Version
Then he cried so loudly that the Egyptians heard him and told about it in the king's palace.

English Revised Version
And he wept aloud: and the Egyptians heard, and the house of Pharaoh heard.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
He cried so loudly that the Egyptians heard him, and Pharaoh's household heard about it.

Good News Translation
He cried with such loud sobs that the Egyptians heard it, and the news was taken to the king's palace.

International Standard Version
He cried so loudly that the Egyptians heard him, including Pharaoh's household.

Majority Standard Bible
But he wept so loudly that the Egyptians heard him, and Pharaoh?s household soon heard of it.

NET Bible
He wept loudly; the Egyptians heard it and Pharaoh's household heard about it.

New Heart English Bible
And he wept so loudly that the Egyptians heard it, and the house of Pharaoh heard about it.

Webster's Bible Translation
And he wept aloud; and the Egyptians and the house of Pharaoh heard.

World English Bible
He wept aloud. The Egyptians heard, and the house of Pharaoh heard.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and he gives forth his voice in weeping, and the Egyptians hear, and the house of Pharaoh hears.

Young's Literal Translation
and he giveth forth his voice in weeping, and the Egyptians hear, and the house of Pharaoh heareth.

Smith's Literal Translation
And he will give forth his voice in weeping, and the Egyptians will hear and the house of Pharaoh will hear.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And he lifted up his voice with weeping, which the Egyptians and all the house of Pharao heard. \

Catholic Public Domain Version
And he lifted up his voice with weeping, which the Egyptians heard, along with the entire house of Pharaoh.

New American Bible
But his sobs were so loud that the Egyptians heard him, and so the news reached Pharaoh’s house.

New Revised Standard Version
And he wept so loudly that the Egyptians heard it, and the household of Pharaoh heard it.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And he wept aloud; and the Egyptians and the household of Pharaoh heard it.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And he lifted his voice with weeping and the Egyptians heard, and it was heard in the house of Pharaoh.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And he wept aloud; and the Egyptians heard, and the house of Pharaoh heard.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And he uttered his voice with weeping; and all the Egyptians heard, and it was reported to the house of Pharao.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Joseph Reveals His Identity
1Then Joseph could no longer control himself before all his attendants, and he cried out, “Send everyone away from me!” So none of them were with Joseph when he made himself known to his brothers. 2But he wept so loudly that the Egyptians heard him, and Pharaoh’s household soon heard of it. 3Joseph said to his brothers, “I am Joseph! Is my father still alive?” But they were unable to answer him, because they were terrified in his presence.…

Cross References
Genesis 42:24
And he turned away from them and wept. When he turned back and spoke to them, he took Simeon from them and had him bound before their eyes.

Genesis 43:30
Joseph hurried out because he was moved to tears for his brother, and he went to a private room to weep.

Genesis 50:17
‘This is what you are to say to Joseph: I beg you, please forgive the transgression and sin of your brothers, for they did you wrong.’ So now, Joseph, please forgive the transgression of the servants of the God of your father.” When their message came to him, Joseph wept.

Exodus 2:6
When she opened it, she saw the child, and behold, the little boy was crying. So she had compassion on him and said, “This is one of the Hebrew children.”

1 Kings 3:26
Then the woman whose son was alive spoke to the king because she yearned with compassion for her son. “Please, my lord,” she said, “give her the living baby. Do not kill him!” But the other woman said, “He will be neither mine nor yours. Cut him in two!”

2 Samuel 13:36
And as he finished speaking, the sons of the king came in, wailing loudly. Then the king and all his servants also wept very bitterly.

2 Kings 20:3
“Please, O LORD, remember how I have walked before You faithfully and with wholehearted devotion; I have done what is good in Your sight.” And Hezekiah wept bitterly.

Nehemiah 1:4
When I heard these words, I sat down and wept. I mourned for days, fasting and praying before the God of heaven.

Esther 8:3
And once again, Esther addressed the king. She fell at his feet weeping and begged him to revoke the evil scheme of Haman the Agagite, which he had devised against the Jews.

Job 2:12
When they lifted up their eyes from afar, they could barely recognize Job. They began to weep aloud, and each man tore his robe and threw dust in the air over his head.

Psalm 6:6
I am weary from groaning; all night I flood my bed with weeping and drench my couch with tears.

Psalm 30:5
For His anger is fleeting, but His favor lasts a lifetime. Weeping may stay the night, but joy comes in the morning.

Psalm 126:5
Those who sow in tears will reap with shouts of joy.

Isaiah 22:4
Therefore I said, “Turn away from me, let me weep bitterly! Do not try to console me over the destruction of the daughter of my people.”

Jeremiah 31:9
They will come with weeping, and by their supplication I will lead them; I will make them walk beside streams of waters, on a level path where they will not stumble. For I am Israel’s Father, and Ephraim is My firstborn.”


Treasury of Scripture

And he wept aloud: and the Egyptians and the house of Pharaoh heard.

wept aloud.

Numbers 14:1
And all the congregation lifted up their voice, and cried; and the people wept that night.

Ruth 1:9
The LORD grant you that ye may find rest, each of you in the house of her husband. Then she kissed them; and they lifted up their voice, and wept.

2 Kings 20:3
I beseech thee, O LORD, remember now how I have walked before thee in truth and with a perfect heart, and have done that which is good in thy sight. And Hezekiah wept sore.

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Genesis 45
1. Joseph makes himself known to his brothers.
5. He comforts them in God's providence.
9. He sends for his father.
16. Pharaoh confirms it.
21. Joseph furnishes then for their journey.
25. Jacob is revived with the news.














But he wept
The Hebrew word for "wept" is "בָּכָה" (bakah), which conveys a deep, emotional outpouring of tears. This is not a silent or restrained weeping but an intense expression of Joseph's pent-up emotions. In the context of Joseph's life, this moment marks the culmination of years of separation, hardship, and divine providence. His tears are a testament to the human experience of suffering and redemption, reflecting the profound emotional release that comes with reconciliation and forgiveness.

so loudly
The phrase "so loudly" emphasizes the intensity and volume of Joseph's weeping. The Hebrew root "קוֹל" (qol) often denotes a voice or sound that carries. This suggests that Joseph's emotional state was so overwhelming that it could not be contained, echoing throughout the palace. This public display of emotion would have been significant in the ancient Near Eastern context, where expressions of emotion were often more communal and visible than in modern Western cultures.

that the Egyptians
The mention of "the Egyptians" highlights the cultural and social divide between Joseph and his brothers. Joseph, though Hebrew by birth, had become an integral part of Egyptian society. The Egyptians' awareness of his weeping signifies the breaking down of barriers and the bridging of two worlds. It also underscores the widespread impact of Joseph's personal story, as his journey from slavery to power had far-reaching implications for both his family and the nation of Egypt.

and Pharaoh’s household
"Pharaoh’s household" refers to the royal court and those who served in close proximity to the king. The fact that Joseph's weeping reached the ears of Pharaoh's household indicates the high status Joseph had attained. It also suggests that his personal affairs were of interest to the highest echelons of Egyptian society. This detail underscores the divine orchestration in Joseph's life, as God had elevated him to a position where his actions and emotions could influence the course of history.

heard about it
The phrase "heard about it" implies that Joseph's weeping was not only audible but also noteworthy enough to be reported. In the ancient world, news traveled through word of mouth, and significant events were quickly disseminated. This hearing signifies the importance of the moment, as it marks a turning point in the narrative of Joseph and his brothers. It also serves as a reminder of the power of testimony, as the news of Joseph's reconciliation with his family would have spread, impacting perceptions and relationships within the broader community.

(2) And the Egyptians and the house of Pharaoh heard.--Not the sound of Joseph's weeping, but the news that his brethren had come, as in Genesis 45:16.



Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
But he wept
בִּבְכִ֑י (biḇ·ḵî)
Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 1065: A weeping, a dripping

so loudly
וַיִּתֵּ֥ן (way·yit·tên)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 5414: To give, put, set

that the Egyptians
מִצְרַ֔יִם (miṣ·ra·yim)
Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 4713: Egyptian -- inhabitant of Egypt

and Pharaoh’s
פַּרְעֹֽה׃ (par·‘ōh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 6547: Pharaoh -- a title of Egypt kings

household
בֵּ֥ית (bêṯ)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1004: A house

heard him.
וַיִּשְׁמַ֖ע (way·yiš·ma‘)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 8085: To hear intelligently


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