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In order that Benjamin might be brought to Egypt, Joseph detained

A.

Reuben

B.

Levi

C.

Judah

D.

Simeon

E.

Zebulon

Correct answer is D

In the biblical narrative of Joseph and his brothers, Joseph detained Simeon when the brothers returned to Egypt with Benjamin. This can be found in Genesis 42-43. Joseph, who had become a high official in Egypt, tested his brothers by detaining Simeon, requiring them to return with their youngest brother, Benjamin, to prove their honesty and to bring Simeon's release.