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The Meaning of Joseph's Glory
Commentators explain that when Joseph told his brothers to report on his 'glory,' he meant specific, visible signs of his status. This included his wealth, magnificent home, numerous servants, and immense authority over all of Egypt. This tangible evidence was meant to convince Jacob of God's miraculous work and the security that awaited him.
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Albert Barnes
On Genesis 45:1–28
18th Century
Theologian
- גשׁן gôshen — Goshen, Gesem (Arabias related perhaps to גשׁם geshem “rain, shower”), a region on the borders o…
Charles Spurgeon
On Genesis 45:12–22
19th Century
Preacher
And, behold, your eyes see, and the eyes of my brother Benjamin, that it is my mouth that speaketh unto you. And ye shall tell my father of all…
John Gill
On Genesis 45:13
17th Century
Pastor
And you shall tell my father of all my glory in Egypt
His wealth and riches, his grandeur and dignity, his power and…
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Matthew Henry
On Genesis 45:1–15
17th Century
Minister
Joseph let Judah continue and heard all he had to say. He found his brothers humbled for their sins, mindful of him (for Judah had mentioned him tw…