Genesis 48:7
“And as for me, when I came from Padan, Rachel died by me in the land of Canaan in the way, when yet there was but a little way to come unto Ephrath: and I buried her there in the way of Ephrath; the same is Bethlehem.”
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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
And as for me, when I came from Padan,.... From Syria, from Laban's house:
Rachel died by me in the land of Canaan;…
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
Rachel died by me, etc. - Rachel was the wife of Jacob's choice, and the object of his unvarying affection; he loved her…
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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