Genesis 42:3Meaning & Commentary from the Church Fathers

The ten siblings set out, according to tradition, but Benjamin, sharing the same mother as Joseph, did not accompany them, as their father insisted that no danger should come to him. He felt compassion for the young man, recognizing the fragility of his age.

Upon receiving the directive, the ten offspring of Jacob ventured forth to acquire bread, unaware that their brother was present among them.