Israel Goes to Egypt (12:88 – 12:98)

Israel Goes to Egypt

12:88 When they entered (Joseph’s) quarters, they said, “O you noble one, we have suffered a lot of hardship, along with our family, and we have brought inferior goods. But we hope that you will give us full measure and be charitable to us. GOD rewards the charitable.”

12:89 He said, “Do you recall what you did to Joseph and his brother when you were ignorant?”

12:90 They said, “You must be Joseph.” He said, “I am Joseph, and here is my brother. GOD has blessed us. That is because if one leads a righteous life, and steadfastly perseveres, GOD never fails to reward the righteous.”

12:91 They said, “By GOD, GOD has truly preferred you over us. We were definitely wrong.”