Genesis 47:21
“And as for the people, he removed them to cities from one end of the borders of Egypt even to the other end thereof.”
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Commentary
Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.
Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
Only the land of the priests bought he not,.... Not from any special affection for them, or any superstitious veneration…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870Genesis 47:1-31
- Jacob in Goshen 11. רעמסס ra‛mesês, Ra‘meses “son of the sun.” 31. מטה mı̂ṭṭāh, “bed.” מטה maṭṭeh “staff.”…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
And as for the people, he removed them to cities - It is very likely that Joseph was influenced by no political motive…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Genesis 47:13-26
Care being taken of Jacob and his family, the preservation of which was especially designed by Providence in Joseph's…