Genesis 43:10
KJV
For except we had lingered, surely now we had returned this second time.
Context
This verse from Genesis Chapter 43 connects to 1 cross-reference. When the grain runs out, Jacob reluctantly sends Benjamin to Egypt; Judah pledges his life as surety. Joseph sees Benjamin and is moved to tears privately; he entertains the brothers at his house and restores their money. The brothers marvel …
Other Translations
ASV
for except we had lingered, surely we had now returned a second time.
YLT
for if we had not lingered, surely now we had returned these two times.'
BBE
Truly, if we had not let the time go by, we might have come back again by now.