And he left all that he had in Joseph's hand; and he knew not anything he had, except the food which he did eat. And Joseph was a handsome person, and well favored.

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George Leo Haydock

AD 1849

Bread. A proverbial expression, to show how entirely he reposed in Joseph's fidelity and prudence. (Menochius) He was so rich, that he knew not the extent of his wealth. So Petronius says, Nescit quid habeat, adeo Zaplutus est. It may also be understood as a commendation of Joseph's disinterestedness.

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