Genesis 44:11

11 Then every man speedily took down his sack to the ground, and opened every man his sack.

Genesis 44:11 Meaning and Commentary

Genesis 44:11

Then they speedily took down every man his sack to the
ground
To be opened and examined, and this they did in all haste, as having a clear conscience, and being confident that nothing could be found upon them, and desirous of having the affair issued as soon as possible, that the steward might have full satisfaction, and they proceed on in their journey: and opened every man his sack;
showing neither reluctance nor fear, being conscious of their innocence.

Genesis 44:11 In-Context

9 With whomsoever of thy servants it be found, both let him die, and we also will be my lord's bondmen."

10 And he said, "Now also let it be according unto your words: he with whom it is found shall be my servant, and ye shall be blameless."

11 Then every man speedily took down his sack to the ground, and opened every man his sack.

12 And he searched, and began with the eldest and ended with the youngest; and the cup was found in Benjamin's sack.

13 Then they rent their clothes; and every man loaded his ass, and returned to the city.