Genesis 44:17
The Scripture
(17) And he said, God forbid that I should do so: but the man in whose hand the cup is found, he shall be my servant; and as for you, get you up in peace unto your father.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
The chapter opens with Joseph's brothers arriving in Egypt and confronting him, angry over the past and demanding to see him. They accuse him of selling them into slavery and threaten to kill him. The brothers' demand reflects their deep hurt and lack of trust.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
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