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To his father, he sent after this manner: ten donkeys laden with the good things of Egypt, and ten she-asses laden with grain and bread and provision for his father by the way.

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Lavish and Thoughtful Gifts

Commentators note that Joseph's gifts were not just abundant but also deeply personal. He sent "the good things of Egypt," which scholars like John Gill suggest included the very best the land could offer, perhaps even aged wine suitable for his elderly father. The provisions were carefully chosen for both sustenance on the journey and to bless Jacob upon arrival, demonstrating Joseph's profound love and care.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Genesis 45:1–28

18th Century

Theologian

  1. גשׁן gôshen — Goshen, Gesem (Arabias related perhaps to גשׁם geshem “rain, shower”), a region on the borders o…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Genesis 45:23

19th Century

Bishop

Meat. —Hebrew, food, provisions, the usual meaning of meat in older English translations of the Bible.

Charles Spurgeon

Charles Spurgeon

On Genesis 45:23–24

19th Century

Preacher

This was a sure sign that Joseph knew his brothers, and they might well recognize him even by that instruction, because their consciences must have…

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John Gill

John Gill

On Genesis 45:23

17th Century

Pastor

And to his father he sent after this [manner]
Or "according to" this F12 ; either in like manner, as he g…

Matthew Henry

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…