Chapter 16: The Test

1And the priest said, “Return the virgin you took from the Temple of the Lord.”

2And Joseph was tearful.

3And the chief priest said, “I will give you the water of the Lord’s rebuke to drink, and it will reveal your sin before your eyes.”

4And taking (the water), the priest gave it to Joseph and sent him into the wilderness. And Joseph returned unharmed.

5And he gave it to Mary and sent her into the wilderness. And she returned unharmed.

6And all the people were amazed that their sin was not revealed.

7And the priest said, “If the Lord God has not revealed your sin, neither do I judge you.” And he set them free.

8And Joseph took Mary and went to his house, rejoicing and glorifying the God of Israel.