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Joseph conceals his recognition behind a stern public expression.
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Genesis 42:7

Recognition Hidden

The Brothers Before Joseph · Genesis 42

Story guide: Joseph recognizes the brothers but speaks harshly as a stranger and asks where they come from.

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7When Joseph saw his brothers, he recognized them, but he acted like a stranger toward them and spoke harshly with them. He said to them, “Where have you come from?” And they said, “From the land of Canaan, to buy food.”

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