Genesis 44:17

Contemporary English Version 1995

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.”

Cross References

Proverbs 17:15

The Lord doesn't like those who defend the guilty or condemn the innocent.

Psalm 75:2

You have set a time to judge with fairness.

2 Samuel 23:3

Our Mighty Rock, the God of Jacob, told me, “A ruler who obeys God and does right

Genesis 42:18

before saying to them: Since I respect God, I'll give you a chance to save your lives.

Genesis 26:29

not to harm each other. Remember, we have never hurt you, and when we sent you away, we let you go in peace. The Lord has truly blessed you.”

Genesis 18:25

You surely wouldn't let them be killed when you destroy the evil ones. You are the judge of all the earth, and you do what is right.”

Genesis 44:16

“Sir, what can we say?” Judah replied. “How can we say we are innocent, when God has shown we are guilty? And now all of us are your slaves, especially the one who had the cup.”

Genesis 44:18

Judah went over to Joseph and said: Sir, you have as much power as the king himself, and I am only your slave. Please don't get angry if I speak.

Genesis 44:10

“Good!” the man replied, “I'll do what you have said. But only the one who has the cup will become my slave. The rest of you can go free.”