And Joseph said unto his brethren, I am Joseph; doth my father yet live? And his brethren could not answer him; for they were troubled at his presence.
Joseph said to his brothers, 'I am Joseph! Is my father still alive?' His brothers couldn't answer him because they were shocked and terrified to be in his presence.
Joseph reveals his identity to the brothers who had sold him into slavery, and they are overwhelmed with fear and shock at this incredible moment.
📚 Historical Context
In the biblical narrative, Joseph had been sold into slavery by his jealous brothers and rose to a high position in Egypt as Pharaoh's advisor after interpreting dreams that predicted a famine. Years later, his brothers traveled to Egypt seeking food during the famine, not recognizing him as the official in charge. When Joseph revealed his identity, they were stunned and speechless, fearing punishment for their earlier betrayal.
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