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God's Presence in the Journey
God's promise, "I will go down with you," was more than just comfort; it was a declaration of His sovereign purpose. Commentators explain that God was strategically moving Jacob's family to Egypt to protect them from Canaanite influences and shape them into a great nation. This shows that even life's difficult relocations can be part of God's protective and purposeful plan.
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Albert Barnes
On Genesis 46:1–34
18th Century
Theologian
פלוּא pallû' — Pallu, “distinguished.” חצרן chetsrôn — Chetsron, of the “court,” or “village.” כרמי
Charles Ellicott
On Genesis 46:4
19th Century
Bishop
Joseph shall put his hand upon thine eyes. —Both among the Jews and Greeks it was the duty of those nearest in blood to c…
John Calvin
On Genesis 46:4
16th Century
Theologian
And Joseph shall put his hand upon thine eyes. This clause was added to show greater indulgence. For though Jacob, in desiring that, when …
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John Gill
On Genesis 46:4
17th Century
Pastor
I will go down with you into Egypt
Which was enough to silence all his fears; for if the presence of God went with h…
Matthew Henry
On Genesis 46:1–4
17th Century
Minister
Even regarding those events and undertakings which appear most joyful, we should seek counsel, assistance, and a blessing from the Lord. Attending …