Genesis 48:2
“And one told Jacob, and said, Behold, thy son Joseph cometh unto thee: and Israel strengthened himself, and sat upon the bed.”
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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
And one told Jacob,.... The same that came from Jacob to Joseph might be sent back by him to, his father, to let him…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870Genesis 48:1-22
- Joseph Visits His Sick Father The right of primogeniture has been forfeited by Reuben. The double portion in the…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
Israel strengthened himself, and sat upon the bed - He had been confined to his bed before, (see Gen 47:31), and now,…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Genesis 48:1-7
Here, I. Joseph, upon notice of his father's illness, goes to see him; though a man of honour and business, yet he will…
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