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Genesis 47:26 Cross-References
Explore 2 cross-references for Genesis 47:26 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Genesis chapter 47 verse 26 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And Joseph made it a law over the land of Egypt unto this day, that Pharaoh should have the fifth part; except the land of the priests only, which became not Pharaoh's. priests: or, princes”
Genesis 47:26 (KJV)
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Commentary on Genesis 47:26
And Joseph made it a law over the land of Egypt unto this day, that Pharaoh should have the fifth pa... This passage is part of the Joseph narrative, a masterfully crafted account demonstrating God's sovereign providence working through human choices and circumstances to accomplish His redemptive purposes. The Joseph cycle shows how God transforms evil intentions into instruments of salvation.Central themes include divine providence orchestrating events toward redemptive ends, the testing and refinement of character through suffering and success, forgiveness overcoming betrayal and injustice, ...
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Cross-References for Genesis 47:26
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“for the priests had a portion from Pharaoh”
“and they shall possess their houses: I will also make the pride of the strong to cease; and their holy places shall be profaned.”