A variety of good reasons might cause the sons of Jacob to proceed in Egypt, despite having the prophetic vision Abraham had of their bondage there. Assessing Joseph from the common temperament of human nature, they assumed that he would most likely avenge himself on those who loathed and wounded him without reason. Not being in position to stand up against, or to run away, they attempted to soften him by humbling themselves. They pleaded with him as the servants of Jacob's God. Joseph was considerably affected at witnessing this complete fulfillment of his dreams. He sends them not to fear him, but to fear God; to humble themselves before the Lord, and to seek the Divine forgiveness. He reassures them of his own kindness to them.
Witness what an exceptional spirit Joseph was of, and learn of him to render good for evil. He comforted them, and, to eliminate all their anxieties, spoke kindly to them. Broken spirits has to be bound up and encouraged. Those we love and forgive, we must not only do well for, but speak kindly to.
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