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Only the man who was found to have the cup will become my slave. The rest of you, go back to your father in peace.&#8221 <a href="/nlt/genesis/44.htm">New Living Translation</a> “No,” Joseph said. “I would never do such a thing! Only the man who stole the cup will be my slave. The rest of you may go back to your father in peace.” <a href="/esv/genesis/44.htm">English Standard Version</a> But he said, “Far be it from me that I should do so! Only the man in whose hand the cup was found shall be my servant. But as for you, go up in peace to your father.” <a href="/bsb/genesis/44.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> But Joseph replied, “Far be it from me to do this. The man who was found with the cup will be my slave. The rest of you may return to your father in peace.” <a href="/kjv/genesis/44.htm">King James Bible</a> 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. <a href="/nkjv/genesis/44.htm">New King James Version</a> But he said, “Far be it from me that I should do so; the man in whose hand the cup was found, he shall be my slave. And as for you, go up in peace to your father.” <a href="/nasb_/genesis/44.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> But he said, “Far be it from me to do this. The man in whose possession the cup has been found, he shall be my slave; but as for you, go up in peace to your father.” <a href="/nasb/genesis/44.htm">NASB 1995</a> But he said, &#8220Far be it from me to do this. The man in whose possession the cup has been found, he shall be my slave; but as for you, go up in peace to your father.&#8221 <a href="/nasb77/genesis/44.htm">NASB 1977 </a> But he said, “Far be it from me to do this. The man in whose possession the cup has been found, he shall be my slave; but as for you, go up in peace to your father.” <a href="/lsb/genesis/44.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> But he said, “Far be it from me to do this. The man in whose possession the cup has been found, he shall be my slave; but as for you, go up in peace to your father.” <a href="/amp/genesis/44.htm">Amplified Bible</a> But Joseph said, “Far be it from me that I should do that; but the man in whose hand the cup has been found, he will be my servant; and as for [the rest of] you, get up and go in peace to your father.” <a href="/csb/genesis/44.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> Then Joseph said, “I swear that I will not do this. The man in whose possession the cup was found will be my slave. The rest of you can go in peace to your father.” <a href="/hcsb/genesis/44.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> Then Joseph said, &#8220I swear that I will not do this. The man in whose possession the cup was found will be my slave. The rest of you can go in peace to your father.&#8221 <a href="/asv/genesis/44.htm">American Standard Version</a> And he said, Far be it from me that I should do so: the man in whose hand the cup is found, he shall be my bondman; but as for you, get you up in peace unto your father. <a href="/cev/genesis/44.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> Joseph told them, "I would never punish all of you. Only the one who was caught with the cup will become my slave. The rest of you are free to go home to your father." <a href="/erv/genesis/44.htm">English Revised Version</a> And he said, God forbid that I should do so: the man in whose hand the cup is found, he shall be my bondman; but as for you, get you up in peace unto your father. <a href="/gwt/genesis/44.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> But Joseph said, "I would never think of doing that! Only the man who had the cup will be my slave. The rest of you can go back to your father in peace." <a href="/gnt/genesis/44.htm">Good News Translation</a> Joseph said, "Oh, no! I would never do that! Only the one who had the cup will be my slave. The rest of you may go back safe and sound to your father." <a href="/isv/genesis/44.htm">International Standard Version</a> "Far be it from me to do this," Joseph responded. "The man in whose possession the cup was discovered will be my slave, but the rest of you may leave in peace to be with your father." <a href="/msb/genesis/44.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> But Joseph replied, ?Far be it from me to do this. The man who was found with the cup will be my slave. The rest of you may return to your father in peace.? <a href="/net/genesis/44.htm">NET Bible</a> But Joseph said, "Far be it from me to do this! The man in whose hand the cup was found will become my slave, but the rest of you may go back to your father in peace." <a href="/nheb/genesis/44.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> But he said, "Far be it from me that I should do so. The man in whose possession the cup was found, he will be my slave. But as for you, go up to your father in peace." <a href="/wbt/genesis/44.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> And he said, Far be it from me that I should do so: the man in whose hand the cup is found, he shall be my servant; and as for you, go in peace to your father. <a href="/web/genesis/44.htm">World English Bible</a> He said, “Far be it from me that I should do so. The man in whose hand the cup is found, he will be my slave; but as for you, go up in peace to your father.” <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/genesis/44.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> and he says, “Far be it from me to do this; the man in whose hand the cup has been found, he becomes my servant; and you, go up in peace to your father.” <a href="/ylt/genesis/44.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> and he saith, 'Far be it from me to do this; the man in whose hand the cup hath been found, he becometh my servant; and ye, go ye up in peace unto your father.' <a href="/slt/genesis/44.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And he will say, Far be it for me to do this: the man in whose band the cup being found, he shall be servant to me; and ye, go ye up in peace to your father.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/genesis/44.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> Joseph answered: God forbid that should do so: he that stole the cup, he shall be my bondman: and go you away free to your father. <a href="/cpdv/genesis/44.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> Joseph responded: “Far be it from me that I should act in this way. He who stole the cup, he will be my servant. But you may go away free to your father.” <a href="/nabre/genesis/44.htm">New American Bible</a> Joseph said, “Far be it from me to act thus! Only the one in whose possession the goblet was found shall become my slave; the rest of you may go back unharmed to your father.” <a href="/nrsvce/genesis/44.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> But he said, “Far be it from me that I should do so! Only the one in whose possession the cup was found shall be my slave; but as for you, go up in peace to your father.”<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/genesis/44.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> And he said to them, Far be it from me that I should do such a thing; only the man with whom the cup has been found, he shall be my servant; and as for you, go up in peace to your father. <a href="/hpbt/genesis/44.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a> He said to them, “God forbid me that I would do this; the man with whom the cup was found he shall be to me a Servant, and you go up in peace to your father.”<div class="vheading2">OT Translations</div><a href="/jps/genesis/44.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a> And he said: 'Far be it from me that I should do so; the man in whose hand the goblet is found, he shall be my bondman; but as for you, get you up in peace unto your father.' <a href="/sep/genesis/44.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a> And Joseph said, Far be it from me to do this thing; the man with whom the cup has been found, he shall be my servant; but do ye go up with safety to your father. <a href="/parallel/genesis/44-17.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/7ehevn8iSgc?start=11540" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/genesis/44.htm">Benjamin and the Silver Cup</a> …16“What can we say to my lord?” Judah replied. “How can we plead? How can we justify ourselves? God has exposed the iniquity of your servants. We are now my lord’s slaves—both we and the one who was found with the cup.” 17<a href="/hebrew/559.htm" title="559: way·yō·mer (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms) -- To utter, say. A primitive root; to say.">But Joseph replied,</a> <a href="/hebrew/2486.htm" title="2486: ḥā·lî·lāh (Interjection:: 3fs) -- Far be it! Or chalilah; a directive from chalal; literal for a profaned thing; used Far be it!">“Far be it</a> <a href="/hebrew/lî (Prep:: 1cs) -- ">from me</a> <a href="/hebrew/6213.htm" title="6213: mê·‘ă·śō·wṯ (Prep-m:: V-Qal-Inf) -- To do, make. A primitive root; to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application.">to do</a> <a href="/hebrew/2063.htm" title="2063: zōṯ (Pro-fs) -- Hereby in it, likewise, the one other, same, she, so much, such deed, that. Irregular feminine of zeh; this.">this.</a> <a href="/hebrew/376.htm" title="376: hā·’îš (Art:: N-ms) -- Man. Contracted for 'enowsh; a man as an individual or a male person; often used as an adjunct to a more definite term.">The man</a> <a href="/hebrew/834.htm" title="834: ’ă·šer (Pro-r) -- Who, which, that. A primitive relative pronoun; who, which, what, that; also when, where, how, because, in order that, etc.">who</a> <a href="/hebrew/4672.htm" title="4672: nim·ṣā (V-Nifal-Perf-3ms) -- To attain to, find. ">was found</a> <a href="/hebrew/3027.htm" title="3027: bə·yā·ḏōw (Prep-b:: N-fsc:: 3ms) -- Hand (indicating power, means, direction, etc.)">with</a> <a href="/hebrew/1931.htm" title="1931: hū (Pro-3ms) -- He, she, it. "></a> <a href="/hebrew/1375.htm" title="1375: hag·gā·ḇî·a‘ (Art:: N-ms) -- A cup, bowl. From an unused root; a goblet; by analogy, the calyx of a flower.">the cup</a> <a href="/hebrew/1961.htm" title="1961: yih·yeh- (V-Qal-Imperf-3ms) -- To fall out, come to pass, become, be. A primitive root; to exist, i.e. Be or become, come to pass.">will be</a> <a href="/hebrew/lî (Prep:: 1cs) -- ">my</a> <a href="/hebrew/5650.htm" title="5650: ‘ā·ḇeḏ (N-ms) -- Slave, servant. From abad; a servant.">slave.</a> <a href="/hebrew/859.htm" title="859: wə·’at·tem (Conj-w:: Pro-2mp) -- You (masc. sing.). ">The rest of you</a> <a href="/hebrew/5927.htm" title="5927: ‘ă·lū (V-Qal-Imp-mp) -- A primitive root; to ascend, intransitively or actively; used in a great variety of senses, primary and secondary, literal and figurative.">may return</a> <a href="/hebrew/413.htm" title="413: ’el- (Prep) -- To, into, towards. ">to</a> <a href="/hebrew/1.htm" title="1: ’ă·ḇî·ḵem (N-msc:: 2mp) -- Father. A primitive word; father, in a literal and immediate, or figurative and remote application).">your father</a> <a href="/hebrew/7965.htm" title="7965: lə·šā·lō·wm (Prep-l:: N-ms) -- Or shalom; from shalam; safe, i.e. well, happy, friendly; also welfare, i.e. Health, prosperity, peace.">in peace.”</a> <div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/genesis/42-18.htm">Genesis 42:18-20</a> and on the third day he said to them, “I fear God. So do this and you will live: / If you are honest, leave one of your brothers in custody while the rest of you go and take back grain to relieve the hunger of your households. / Then bring your youngest brother to me so that your words can be verified, that you may not die.” And to this they consented. <a href="/genesis/45-1.htm">Genesis 45:1-5</a> Then Joseph could no longer control himself before all his attendants, and he cried out, “Send everyone away from me!” So none of them were with Joseph when he made himself known to his brothers. / But he wept so loudly that the Egyptians heard him, and Pharaoh’s household soon heard of it. / Joseph said to his brothers, “I am Joseph! Is my father still alive?” But they were unable to answer him, because they were terrified in his presence. ... <a href="/genesis/50-17.htm">Genesis 50:17-21</a> ‘This is what you are to say to Joseph: I beg you, please forgive the transgression and sin of your brothers, for they did you wrong.’ So now, Joseph, please forgive the transgression of the servants of the God of your father.” When their message came to him, Joseph wept. / His brothers also came to him, bowed down before him, and said, “We are your slaves!” / But Joseph replied, “Do not be afraid. Am I in the place of God? ... <a href="/exodus/32-32.htm">Exodus 32:32-33</a> Yet now, if You would only forgive their sin.... But if not, please blot me out of the book that You have written.” / The LORD replied to Moses, “Whoever has sinned against Me, I will blot out of My book. <a href="/1_samuel/14-44.htm">1 Samuel 14:44-45</a> And Saul declared, “May God punish me, and ever so severely, if you, Jonathan, do not surely die!” / But the people said to Saul, “Must Jonathan die—he who accomplished such a great deliverance for Israel? Never! As surely as the LORD lives, not a hair of his head will fall to the ground, for with God’s help he has accomplished this today.” So the people rescued Jonathan, and he did not die. <a href="/1_kings/3-16.htm">1 Kings 3:16-28</a> At that time two prostitutes came to the king and stood before him. / One woman said, “Please, my lord, this woman and I live in the same house, and I gave birth while she was in the house. / On the third day after I gave birth, this woman also had a baby. We were alone, with no one in the house but the two of us. ... <a href="/2_kings/5-26.htm">2 Kings 5:26-27</a> But Elisha questioned him, “Did not my spirit go with you when the man got down from his chariot to meet you? Is this the time to accept money and clothing, olive groves and vineyards, sheep and oxen, menservants and maidservants? / Therefore, the leprosy of Naaman will cling to you and your descendants forever!” And as Gehazi left his presence, he was leprous—as white as snow. <a href="/nehemiah/5-15.htm">Nehemiah 5:15</a> The governors before me had heavily burdened the people, taking from them bread and wine plus forty shekels of silver. Their servants also oppressed the people. But I did not do this, because of my fear of God. <a href="/job/34-12.htm">Job 34:12</a> Indeed, it is true that God does not act wickedly, and the Almighty does not pervert justice. <a href="/psalms/7-8.htm">Psalm 7:8-9</a> The LORD judges the peoples; vindicate me, O LORD, according to my righteousness and integrity. / Put an end to the evil of the wicked, but establish the righteous, O righteous God who searches hearts and minds. <a href="/psalms/37-28.htm">Psalm 37:28</a> For the LORD loves justice and will not forsake His saints. They are preserved forever, but the offspring of the wicked will be cut off. <a href="/proverbs/17-15.htm">Proverbs 17:15</a> Acquitting the guilty and condemning the righteous—both are detestable to the LORD. <a href="/isaiah/11-3.htm">Isaiah 11:3-4</a> And He will delight in the fear of the LORD. He will not judge by what His eyes see, and He will not decide by what His ears hear, / but with righteousness He will judge the poor, and with equity He will decide for the lowly of the earth. He will strike the earth with the rod of His mouth and slay the wicked with the breath of His lips. <a href="/jeremiah/5-1.htm">Jeremiah 5:1</a> “Go up and down the streets of Jerusalem. Look now and take note; search her squares. If you can find a single person, anyone who acts justly, anyone who seeks the truth, then I will forgive the city. <a href="/ezekiel/18-20.htm">Ezekiel 18:20</a> The soul who sins is the one who will die. A son will not bear the iniquity of his father, and a father will not bear the iniquity of his son. The righteousness of the righteous man will fall upon him, and the wickedness of the wicked man will fall upon him.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>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 to your father.God forbid.<a href="/genesis/18-25.htm">Genesis 18:25</a> That be far from thee to do after this manner, to slay the righteous with the wicked: and that the righteous should be as the wicked, that be far from thee: Shall not the Judge of all the earth do right?<a href="/genesis/42-18.htm">Genesis 42:18</a> And Joseph said unto them the third day, This do, and live; for I fear God:<a href="/2_samuel/23-3.htm">2 Samuel 23:3</a> The God of Israel said, the Rock of Israel spake to me, He that ruleth over men must be just, ruling in the fear of God.he shall.<a href="/genesis/44-10.htm">Genesis 44:10</a> And he said, Now also let it be according unto your words: he with whom it is found shall be my servant; and ye shall be blameless.in peace.<a href="/genesis/26-29.htm">Genesis 26:29</a> That thou wilt do us no hurt, as we have not touched thee, and as we have done unto thee nothing but good, and have sent thee away in peace: thou art now the blessed of the LORD.<a href="/genesis/37-32.htm">Genesis 37:32,33</a> And they sent the coat of many colours, and they brought it to their father; and said, This have we found: know now whether it be thy son's coat or no… <div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/genesis/44-10.htm">Bondman</a> <a href="/genesis/44-10.htm">Bondservant</a> <a href="/genesis/44-16.htm">Cup</a> <a href="/genesis/44-7.htm">Far</a> <a href="/genesis/44-7.htm">Forbid</a> <a href="/genesis/44-16.htm">Found</a> <a href="/genesis/44-12.htm">Goblet</a> <a href="/genesis/44-16.htm">Hand</a> <a href="/genesis/44-15.htm">Joseph</a> <a href="/genesis/43-27.htm">Peace</a> <a href="/genesis/36-43.htm">Possession</a> <a href="/genesis/44-10.htm">Rest</a> <a href="/genesis/44-10.htm">Servant</a> <a href="/genesis/44-10.htm">Slave</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/genesis/44-33.htm">Bondman</a> <a href="/genesis/44-33.htm">Bondservant</a> <a href="/numbers/7-14.htm">Cup</a> <a href="/genesis/49-6.htm">Far</a> <a href="/numbers/11-28.htm">Forbid</a> <a href="/genesis/47-14.htm">Found</a> <a href="/songs/7-2.htm">Goblet</a> <a href="/genesis/46-4.htm">Hand</a> <a href="/genesis/45-1.htm">Joseph</a> <a href="/exodus/4-18.htm">Peace</a> <a href="/genesis/47-11.htm">Possession</a> <a href="/genesis/47-30.htm">Rest</a> <a href="/genesis/44-18.htm">Servant</a> <a href="/genesis/44-33.htm">Slave</a><div class="vheading2">Genesis 44</div>1. <a href="/genesis/44-1.htm">Joseph's policy to stay his brothers.</a> 6. <a href="/genesis/44-6.htm">The silver cup is found in Benjamin's sack.</a> 14. <a href="/genesis/44-14.htm">They are brought before Joseph.</a> 18. <a href="/genesis/44-18.htm">Judah's humble supplication to Joseph.</a> </div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/genesis/44.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/genesis/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/genesis/44.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>But Joseph replied Joseph, now a powerful figure in Egypt, is speaking to his brothers. This moment is part of a larger narrative where Joseph tests his brothers' integrity and repentance. His position as a ruler contrasts with his earlier life when he was sold into slavery by these same brothers.Far be it from me to do this. Joseph's response indicates a sense of justice and righteousness. He distances himself from any wrongdoing, reflecting his character throughout the narrative. This phrase echoes the biblical theme of justice, seen in other scriptures like <a href="/genesis/18-25.htm">Genesis 18:25</a>, where Abraham appeals to God's justice.The man who was found with the cup The cup refers to the silver cup planted in Benjamin's sack, a test orchestrated by Joseph. This incident is pivotal, as it brings to light the brothers' past actions and their current character. The cup symbolizes Joseph's authority and the divine insight attributed to him, reminiscent of the cupbearer's dream interpretation in <a href="/genesis/40.htm">Genesis 40</a>.will be my slave. This statement is a test of the brothers' loyalty and repentance. Slavery in ancient Egypt was a common practice, and Joseph's own experience as a slave adds depth to this pronouncement. The concept of slavery here also foreshadows the Israelites' future bondage in Egypt.The rest of you may return to your father in peace. Joseph offers the brothers a choice, testing their unity and concern for Benjamin. The mention of "peace" (shalom) is significant, as it reflects the desired state of wholeness and reconciliation. This moment parallels the peace offering in <a href="/leviticus/3.htm">Leviticus 3</a>, symbolizing restored relationships.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/j/joseph.htm">Joseph</a> - The governor of Egypt, who is testing his brothers to see if they have changed since they sold him into slavery. 2. <a href="/topical/j/judah.htm">Judah</a> - One of Joseph's brothers, who steps forward to plead for Benjamin's release, showing leadership and responsibility. 3. <a href="/topical/b/benjamin.htm">Benjamin</a> - The youngest brother, who is accused of stealing Joseph's silver cup, though he is innocent. 4. <a href="/topical/e/egypt.htm">Egypt</a> - The land where Joseph has risen to power and where the events of this chapter take place. 5. <a href="/topical/t/the_silver_cup.htm">The Silver Cup</a> - A symbol of Joseph's authority and the object used to test his brothers' integrity.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/i/integrity_and_repentance.htm">Integrity and Repentance</a> Joseph's test reveals whether his brothers have changed. True repentance involves a change of heart and actions. <a href="/topical/l/leadership_and_responsibility.htm">Leadership and Responsibility</a> Judah's willingness to take responsibility for Benjamin highlights the importance of stepping up in times of crisis. <a href="/topical/g/god's_sovereignty.htm">God's Sovereignty</a> Despite human actions, God's plan is unfolding. Joseph's journey from slavery to leadership is a testament to God's control over circumstances. <a href="/topical/f/forgiveness_and_reconciliation.htm">Forgiveness and Reconciliation</a> Joseph's eventual forgiveness of his brothers is a powerful example of reconciliation and the healing of broken relationships. <a href="/topical/t/testing_and_growth.htm">Testing and Growth</a> Trials and tests can reveal character and lead to spiritual growth, as seen in the transformation of Joseph's brothers.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_genesis_44.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Genesis 44</a> <a href="/q/how_does_genesis_44_align_with_earlier_chapters.htm">How do the events in Genesis 44 fit coherently with earlier chapters in Genesis, given the discrepancies in character motivations and the sudden moral tension introduced by Joseph’s actions?</a> <a href="/q/evidence_of_egyptian_officials_using_silver_cups_for_divination.htm">In Genesis 44:1-5, what historical or archeological evidence supports an Egyptian official using a personal silver cup for divination, and is there any record of such a practice outside the Bible?</a> <a href="/q/evidence_of_hebrew_slaves_rising_in_egypt.htm">Genesis 44:14-17 paints Joseph as fully in control of the situation; is there any external evidence of a Hebrew slave rising to such high-ranking authority in ancient Egypt so quickly?</a> <a href="/q/why_does_joseph_use_deception_in_genesis_44.htm">How does the elaborate scheme in Genesis 44:6-13 align with ethical principles, and why would a righteous figure like Joseph resort to deception rather than straightforward communication?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a> <a href="/commentaries/genesis/44-17.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div>But Joseph replied, וַיֹּ֕אמֶר (way·yō·mer) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_559.htm">Strong's 559: </a> To utter, say “Far be it from me חָלִ֣ילָה (ḥā·lî·lāh) Interjection | third person feminine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_2486.htm">Strong's 2486: </a> For, a profaned thing, far be it! to do מֵעֲשׂ֖וֹת (mê·‘ă·śō·wṯ) Preposition-m | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct <a href="/hebrew/strongs_6213.htm">Strong's 6213: </a> To do, make this. זֹ֑את (zōṯ) Pronoun - feminine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_2063.htm">Strong's 2063: </a> Hereby in it, likewise, the one other, same, she, so much, such deed, that, The man הָאִ֡ישׁ (hā·’îš) Article | Noun - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_376.htm">Strong's 376: </a> A man as an individual, a male person who אֲשֶׁר֩ (’ă·šer) Pronoun - relative <a href="/hebrew/strongs_834.htm">Strong's 834: </a> Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that was found נִמְצָ֨א (nim·ṣā) Verb - Nifal - Perfect - third person masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_4672.htm">Strong's 4672: </a> To come forth to, appear, exist, to attain, find, acquire, to occur, meet, be present with בְּיָד֗וֹ (bə·yā·ḏōw) Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3027.htm">Strong's 3027: </a> A hand the cup הַגָּבִ֜יעַ (hag·gā·ḇî·a‘) Article | Noun - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_1375.htm">Strong's 1375: </a> A goblet, the calyx of a, flower will be יִהְיֶה־ (yih·yeh-) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_1961.htm">Strong's 1961: </a> To fall out, come to pass, become, be my slave. עָ֔בֶד (‘ā·ḇeḏ) Noun - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5650.htm">Strong's 5650: </a> Slave, servant The rest of you וְאַתֶּ֕ם (wə·’at·tem) Conjunctive waw | Pronoun - second person masculine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_859.htm">Strong's 859: </a> Thou and thee, ye and you may return עֲל֥וּ (‘ă·lū) Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5927.htm">Strong's 5927: </a> To ascend, in, actively to אֶל־ (’el-) Preposition <a href="/hebrew/strongs_413.htm">Strong's 413: </a> Near, with, among, to your father אֲבִיכֶֽם׃ (’ă·ḇî·ḵem) Noun - masculine singular construct | second person masculine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_1.htm">Strong's 1: </a> Father in peace.” לְשָׁל֖וֹם (lə·šā·lō·wm) Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_7965.htm">Strong's 7965: </a> Safe, well, happy, friendly, welfare, health, prosperity, peace <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/genesis/44-17.htm">Genesis 44:17 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/genesis/44-17.htm">Genesis 44:17 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/genesis/44-17.htm">Genesis 44:17 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/genesis/44-17.htm">Genesis 44:17 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/genesis/44-17.htm">Genesis 44:17 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/genesis/44-17.htm">Genesis 44:17 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/genesis/44-17.htm">Genesis 44:17 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/genesis/44-17.htm">Genesis 44:17 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/genesis/44-17.htm">Genesis 44:17 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/genesis/44-17.htm">Genesis 44:17 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/genesis/44-17.htm">OT Law: Genesis 44:17 He said Far be it from me (Gen. 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