Questions and Answers
What did Jacob send 10 of his sons after in Egypt?
Corn
Who did Jacob not send with 10 of his sons to Egypt to get corn?
His youngest son, Benjamin
Why did Jacob not send Benjamin with the other 10 sons to get corn in Egypt?
He was afraid something would happen to him, like it did Joseph years ago.
Who was governor over all the land when Egypt had stored up corn?
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When Joseph's brother came to get corn in Egypt, what did they do when they got to Joseph?
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Where did Joseph's brothers come from when they came to get corn in Egypt?
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How did Joseph speak to his brothers?
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What did Joseph accuse his brothers of when they came to buy corn in Egypt?
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What did Joseph tell his brothers they had to do to prove they weren't spies?
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How many brothers were sent to get Benjamin?
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Where were all the brothers kept for 3 days?
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How did Joseph speak to his brothers?
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What did Joseph hear his brothers talking about?
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Which brother reminded them all that they shouldn't have sinned against the child, but they wouldn't listen back then?
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What did Joseph do when he heard his brothers discussing what they had done to Joseph and their guilt?
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What did Joseph place on their asses when they went to get Benjamin?
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Why were they concerned when they opened their sack and saw their money restored?
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What did Reuben offer to give if his father would let them take Benjamin back to prove they were being honest men?
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How did Jacob feel about them taking Benjamin back with them?
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After Jacob and his sons had eaten all the corn the sons had gone after, what did Jacob request of them?
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Which of the sons spoke up and said, 'The man solemnly told us he would not see us if we didn't have our brother with us'?
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What did Judah request and offer of his father, Israel?
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What did Israel tell Judah to take with him this time?
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When Joseph saw that Benjamin was with the brothers, what did he request of the ruler of the house?
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Why were the brothers afraid when they were brought to Joseph's house?
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Study Notes
Joseph's Brothers in Egypt
- Jacob sent ten of his sons to Egypt for corn due to famine.
- Benjamin, Jacob's youngest son, stayed behind out of fear for his safety.
- Joseph, secretly in power as governor, recognized his brothers when they bowed before him.
Interactions with Joseph
- Joseph spoke harshly to his brothers, accusing them of being spies.
- To prove their honesty, Joseph demanded the brothers bring Benjamin to Egypt.
- All brothers were imprisoned for three days; one brother was held back, while nine were sent to retrieve Benjamin.
Emotional Revelations
- Joseph overheard his brothers discussing past sins, specifically selling him into slavery, which led him to weep privately.
- Reuben reminded them of their wrongdoing against Joseph, expressing guilt for not listening before.
Transactions and Concerns
- Joseph secretly filled the brothers' sacks with corn and restored their money, causing fear upon their discovery.
- Reuben offered his own sons as a guarantee to Jacob if he failed to bring Benjamin back safely.
- Jacob was reluctant to send Benjamin, fearing further loss after Joseph's presumed death.
Return to Egypt
- After consuming the last of their corn, Jacob ordered his sons to return to Egypt for more food.
- Judah insisted on taking Benjamin, offering to bear the blame forever if anything happened to him.
- Jacob advised taking presents (fruits, balm, honey, spices) and double the money for the return trip.
Encountering Joseph Again
- Joseph arranged a feast for his brothers upon seeing Benjamin was with them, signaling a welcoming gesture.
- The brothers were anxious when brought to Joseph's house, fearing accusations related to the returned money from their first trip.
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Explore the dramatic story of Joseph and his brothers in Egypt. This quiz covers their journey during a famine, their emotional revelations, and Joseph's test of his brothers' integrity. Delve into themes of betrayal, guilt, and redemption as they unfold in this profound narrative.