![]() Although the cup in his sack made Benjamin look guilty, Judah was ready to become a slave to set Benjamin free. Judah begged to take Benjamin's place, pleading that they could not face their father knowing how heartbroken he would be. The brothers were all forced to return to Egypt and, in fear, met at the ruler's home. Benjamin was immediately taken into custody. Joseph's silver goblet was discovered in Benjamin's sack where it had been secretly placed by Joseph's steward. As they were returning home, they were arrested and their sacks searched. In Egypt their sacks were once again filled. Not until they were in desperate need and there was no choice but to either starve or let him go, would Jacob permit his sons to take Benjamin on their next journey. After returning home, Jacob was deeply distressed concerning the demand to bring Benjamin to Egypt. Joseph then demanded that Simeon be kept hostage until they brought their youngest brother as proof they were telling the truth, that they were not spies but in need of food (42:11). Hearing this, they were once again stricken with feelings of deep guilt over selling Benjamin's older brother Joseph.Īfter questioning them about their family, Joseph had them put in prison for three days - not for revenge, but to give them time to think about their sinful past (42:17). ![]() Unrecognized by his brothers, Joseph gave them strict orders that they must bring their youngest brother Benjamin when they returned, or they would not be allowed to buy any more food. If thou wilt send our brother with us, we will go down and buy thee food ( Gen. Jacob's joy as he learns Joseph is alive. See Christ's love, mercy, and forgiveness clearly as Joseph weeps for his brothers. ![]()
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