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Genesis 12:16
And he entreated Abram well for her sake: and he had sheep, and oxen, and he asses, and menservants, and maidservants, and she asses, and camels.

Genesis 24:35
And the LORD hath blessed my master greatly; and he is become great: and he hath given him flocks, and herds, and silver, and gold, and menservants, and maidservants, and camels, and asses.

Genesis 30:43
And the man increased exceedingly, and had much cattle, and maidservants, and menservants, and camels, and asses.

and departed
The departure of Joseph's brothers marks a significant moment in the narrative, as it initiates a series of events leading to the eventual reconciliation with Joseph. This journey back to Canaan is not just a physical return but also a step towards spiritual and relational restoration. The brothers' departure with grain is a temporary solution to their immediate physical hunger, yet it also sets in motion the fulfillment of Joseph's earlier dreams, where his family would come to him in need. This departure can be seen as a type of the journey of faith, where believers are called to trust in God's provision and timing, even when the path ahead is uncertain.

• The brothers’ active involvement shows their acceptance of Joseph’s (unknown to them) terms; they do not delay or bargain further (cf.Genesis 42:3–4).

• Loading their own goods reflects personal responsibility—no servants are mentioned, underscoring the humility God is working in them after years of pride (compareGenesis 37:4).

• Like Abraham who “saddled his donkey” in obedience (Genesis 22:3), these men respond promptly, foreshadowing their eventual repentance.

• The provision is tangible evidence of God’s faithfulness amid famine, fulfilling Joseph’s prophetic interpretation (Genesis 41:32).

• “And every nation came to Joseph in Egypt to buy grain” (Genesis 41:57) mirrors God’s wider plan to preserve life, including the covenant family.

• The scene anticipates Jesus’ teaching, “Give us this day our daily bread” (Matthew 6:11), reminding us that daily needs are met by the Lord.

•Psalm 37:25 confirms the pattern: “I have never seen the righteous forsaken or their children begging bread.”

• Donkeys portray ordinary means, not royal chariots; God often uses simple vessels (see1 Samuel 16:7).

• Beasts of burden symbolize carrying not only grain but also the weight of conscience—unknown to them, their silver is in the sacks (Genesis 42:27).

•Exodus 23:5 highlights compassion over a loaded donkey, hinting at God’s care even for what seems small.

• Their travel contrasts with Joseph’s earlier journey to Egypt as cargo on a camel convoy (Genesis 37:28); roles are reversing under God’s providence.

• Departure signals obedience to the governor’s command and trust that the purchase will sustain their families (Genesis 42:19–20).

• Like Israel later leaving Egypt with provision (Exodus 12:33–36), these men leave Egypt carrying salvation-in-seed form for the nation.

• Their route homeward sets up deeper testing—returning with Benjamin (Genesis 43:3)—demonstrating that initial obedience often precedes greater faith steps.

• The prodigal’s resolve, “I will arise and go to my father” (Luke 15:18), echoes here; movement toward home foreshadows reconciliation with Jacob and ultimately with Joseph.

Genesis 42:26 records a simple act loaded with significance: the brothers personally secure God-provided grain, place it on humble donkeys, and begin the journey home. In these ordinary details we see obedience, divine provision, and the quiet unfolding of a redemption story that will reunite a fractured family and preserve a nation.