Quest. Why would Joseph expose his father to the hazard of his life, in parting with his dear child? Answ. Joseph supposed that to be but a pretence, and might fear lest his brethren had disposed of Benjamin as they did of him, and therefore could not bring him forth. And as for his father, the experience which he had of his continuance in life and health after the supposed untimely death of Joseph, gave him good assurance that his parting with Benjamin for a season, and that under the care and charge of his brethren, was not likely to make any dangerous impression upon him.
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Genesis 44:23
23 And thou saidst unto thy servants, Except your youngest brother come down with you, ye shall see my face no more.