In order that Benjamin might be brought to Egypt, Joseph detained

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In order that Benjamin might be brought to Egypt, Joseph detained

  • A) Ruben
  • B) Levi
  • C) Jacob
  • D) Simeon

Correct Answer: D) Simeon

Explanation

This question is asking about an event that happened in the Bible. Joseph, who was sold into slavery by his brothers, became a powerful ruler in Egypt. His brothers came to Egypt looking for food during a time of famine, but they did not recognize Joseph. Benjamin was the youngest brother and Joseph's only full brother. Joseph wanted to test his brothers to see if they had truly changed, so he kept Benjamin in Egypt and detained one of his other brothers. The question is asking which brother Joseph detained.

The correct answer is option D: Simeon.

Joseph detained Simeon in order to keep him in Egypt while the other brothers went back to Canaan to get Benjamin. This was all part of Joseph's plan to test his brothers and see if they had truly changed.

It is important to note that this story is found in the book of Genesis in the Bible. It is a story of forgiveness and redemption, as Joseph ultimately forgives his brothers and is reunited with his family.

To learn more about this story and other stories in the Bible, please read the relevant sections of the recommended textbooks.



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