Gen 45:2 | MHM | STEP | v. 2 : Joseph began to cry loudly because he could not control his feelings any longer. His tears were so strong that even the Egyptians and Pharaoh's household heard him ( v. 2 ). These were tears of deep love and emotion. This reminds us of how God welcomes people who return to him, just as the father did for the prodigal son (Luke 15:20; Hosea 14:8-9 ).

‏ Genesis 45:2

v. 2: Joseph began to cry loudly because he could not control his feelings any longer. His tears were so strong that even the Egyptians and Pharaoh's household heard him (v. 2 ^a). These were tears of deep love and emotion. This reminds us of how God welcomes people who return to him, just as the father did for the prodigal son (Luke 15:20; Hosea 14:8-9 ^b).