Beginning of the End - Ellen G. White

taken to his house to dine with him. The brothers were greatly
alarmed, afraid of being accused regarding the money found in their
sacks. They thought that it might have been placed there to furnish a
reason for making them slaves. In proof of their innocence they
informed the steward of the house that they had brought back the
money found in their sacks, also other money to buy food; and they
added, "We do not know who put our money in our sacks." The man
replied, "Peace be with you, do not be afraid. Your God and the God
of your father has given you treasure in your sacks; I had your
money." Their anxiety was relieved, and when Simeon was released
from prison and joined them, they felt that God was indeed gracious
to them.
Joseph's Dreams Again Fulfilled
When the governor again met them, they presented their gifts
and humbly "bowed down before him to the earth." Again his
dreams came to his mind, and he quickly asked, "Is your father well,
the old man of whom you spoke? Is he still alive?" "Your servant
our father is in good health; he is still alive," was the answer, as they
again bowed down. Then his eye rested on Benjamin, and he said,
"Is this your younger brother of whom you spoke to me?" "God be
gracious to you, my son," but overpowered by feelings of
tenderness, he could say no more. "He went into his chamber and
wept there."
When Joseph recovered his composure, he returned. Because of
the laws of social class, the Egyptians were forbidden to eat with
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