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A Sign of Royal Favor
Commentators explain that the provision of wagons was a significant sign of Pharaoh's favor. These vehicles, likely two-wheeled carts drawn by oxen suitable for Egypt's flat terrain, were a practical necessity for moving the 'little ones' and wives. This act showed that Jacob's family was being welcomed not just as refugees, but as honored guests receiving the best the land could offer.
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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 Ellicott
On Genesis 45:19
19th Century
Bishop
Wagons. — Egypt, being a flat and carefully cultivated country, was adapted for the use of vehicles, and consequently, they were b…
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…
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John Gill
On Genesis 45:19
17th Century
Pastor
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Matthew Henry
On Genesis 45:16–24
17th Century
Minister
Pharaoh was kind to Joseph, and to his relatives for Joseph's sake. Egypt would make up for the losses of their removal. Thus, those for whom Chris…