Genesis 44:17-19

Douay-Rheims 1899 American Edition

¹⁷ Joseph answered: God forbid that I should do so: he that stole the cup, he shall be my bondman: and go you away free to your father.

¹⁸ Then Juda coming nearer, said boldly: I beseech thee, my lord, let thy servant speak a word in thy ears, and be not angry with thy servant: for after Pharao thou art,

¹⁹ My lord. Thou didst ask thy servants the first time: Have you a father or a brother?