Bible Strands
Acts 7:13
On their second visit, Joseph revealed his identity to his brothers, and his family became known to Pharaoh.
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — Stephen addresses the Sanhedrin, recounting Israel’s history to explain their rejection of Jesus. He pauses at the moment Joseph’s brothers travel to Egypt a second time to secure grain.
The words — ἀνεγνωρίσθη (anegnōristhē) means “was recognised” or “was made known,” marking the transition from hidden identity to public revelation. δευτὲρῳ (deuterō) specifies “second time,” distinguishing this event from the initial journey mentioned in Acts 7:12.
The thread — This sequence fulfills the narrative arc in Genesis 45:1 and Genesis 46:31, where Joseph discloses himself and arranges for his family’s relocation to Egypt.
Why it lands — The text records a historical pivot that requires readers to trace how hidden providence precedes public deliverance. It demands acknowledgment that God’s plans often unfold through sequential, verifiable events rather than sudden interventions.
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The Greek words
King James Version
And at the second time Joseph was made known to his brethren; and Joseph’s kindred was made known unto Pharaoh.
Cross-references
- Genesis 45:1 Then Joseph could no longer control himself before all his attendants, and he cried out, “Send everyone away from me!” So none of them were with Joseph when he made himself known to his brothers.
- Genesis 46:31 Joseph said to his brothers and to his father’s household, “I will go up and inform Pharaoh: ‘My brothers and my father’s household from the land of Canaan have come to me.