Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Genesis 44:8-9
Genesis 44:8-9 . How then should we steal, &c. It is not probable that we, who restored that which it was in our power to keep, and to conceal without any danger, should steal that which was likely to be discovered with so much shame and hazard to ourselves. With whomsoever it is found, let him die They suspected no fraud, and were so conscious of their innocence, that they consented to suffer the severest punishment, if found guilty. Their offer, however, was rash and inconsiderate. read more
Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Genesis 44:5
Genesis 44:5. Whereby indeed he divineth The original word may be rendered, For which he would search thoroughly, or, Concerning which he would certainly divine, or make trial and discovery. As if he had said, Did you think that you could deceive my master? Did you not know that he could divine and discover secret things, whence he hath both his name and preferment? And this cup being much prized and used by him, you might easily think that he would use his art to recover it. You... read more