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Gifts of Proof and Grace
Commentators explain that Joseph's gifts of clothing and silver were not just extravagant presents. They served as tangible proof to convince Jacob of the unbelievable news and as a powerful symbol of Joseph's complete forgiveness, reconciliation, and restored affection for his brothers.
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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 45:22
19th Century
Bishop
Changes of clothing. —Gifts of clothing were marks of special favor in the East (Genesis 41:42). Joseph’s brothers wou…
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 Calvin
On Genesis 45:22
16th Century
Theologian
And to all of them he gave each man changes of raiment. That he provides his brothers with supplies for their journey is not surprising: b…
John Gill
On Genesis 45:22
17th Century
Pastor
To all of them he gave each man changes of raiment
Rich apparel, two suits of clothes, to shift and change upon occa…
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…