Genesis 43:16-18

The Voice

¹⁶When Joseph saw Benjamin with them, he spoke to his steward of his household.

Joseph: Bring the men into the house. Slaughter an animal, and prepare a feast. These men are to dine with me at noon today.

¹⁷The man did as Joseph told him, and he brought the men to Joseph’s house. ¹⁸The brothers became very concerned when they realized where they were being taken.

Joseph’s Brothers: It must be because of the money that was put back into our sacks the last time we were here. He’s looking for an opportunity to arrest us, make us slaves, and take our donkeys.

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