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The Meaning of Ephraim
Joseph names his son Ephraim, which means "fruitfulness." Commentators note the Hebrew name is in a dual form, which may signify a double or intensified blessing. This fruitfulness was both temporal (his two sons, his high position) and spiritual (growth in grace, humility, and wisdom), all of which he received from God.
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Albert Barnes
On Genesis 41:1–57
18th Century
Theologian
- יאר ye'or — “river, canal,” mostly applied to the Nile. Some suppose the word to be Coptic.
- אחוּ 'āch…
Charles Ellicott
On Genesis 41:52
19th Century
Bishop
Ephraim. — That is, fruitfulness. The dual ending probably intensifies the meaning.
John Gill
On Genesis 41:52
17th Century
Pastor
And the name of the second called he Ephraim Which signifies fruits or fruitfulness; and being of the dual number, may in…
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Matthew Henry
On Genesis 41:46–57
17th Century
Minister
In the names of his two sons, Manasseh and Ephraim, Joseph acknowledged Divine providence.
- He was made to forget his misery.
- …