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Genesis 47:6 Cross-References
Explore 18 cross-references for Genesis 47:6 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Genesis chapter 47 verse 6 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“The land of Egypt is before thee; in the best of the land make thy father and brethren to dwell; in the land of Goshen let them dwell: and if thou knowest any men of activity among them, then make them rulers over my cattle.”
Genesis 47:6 (KJV)
Historical Context for Genesis 47:6
Commentary on Genesis 47:6
The land of Egypt is before thee; in the best of the land make thy father and brethren to dwell; in ... 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, ...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Genesis 47:6
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“such as fear God: men of truth”
“and gave them a possession in the land of Egypt”
“Seest thou a man diligent in his business? he shall stand before kings; he shall not stand before mean men.”
“We have come to live as foreigners in the land, for there is no pasture for your servants' flocks. For the famine is severe in the land of Canaan. Now therefore, please let your servants dwell in the land of Goshen.”
“and made them heads over the people”
“and hewed out many cisterns”
“the hand of Yahweh is on your livestock which are in the field”
“Behold, my land is before you. Dwell where it pleases you.”
“and the land will be before you. Live and trade in it”
“and come to me”