Genesis 44:12 meaning and explanation

The steward searched, beginning with the oldest and ending with the youngest—and the cup was found in Benjamin’s sack.

Genesis 44:12, Berean Standard Bible

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The steward carries out Joseph's plan exactly, searching each sack from the oldest brother to the youngest. The order matters: the men watch the search move closer to Benjamin, building dread before the silver cup turns up in his sack.

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