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Forgiveness Precedes Fellowship
Commentators explain that it was only after Joseph's physical acts of affection—kissing and weeping on his brothers—that they felt safe enough to speak with him. His tangible demonstration of forgiveness broke their fear and silence, proving his reconciliation was genuine and paving the way for restored conversation.
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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 45:15
17th Century
Pastor
Moreover, he kissed all his brethren
In their turns, to testify his real affection for them, and hearty reconciliati…
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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…