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Genesis 47:8 Cross-References

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And Pharaoh said unto Jacob, How old art thou? How: Heb. How many are the days of the years of thy life?

Genesis 47:8 (KJV)

Historical Context for Genesis 47:8

People Mentioned

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PharaohPharaoh of Joseph's lifetime (GEN 37:36)
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Jacobsecond-born son of Isaac (GEN 25:25-26)

Commentary on Genesis 47:8

And Pharaoh said unto Jacob, How old art thou?... 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, and the preservation of God's covenant people through ...

Source: KJV Study Commentary

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