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Jacob rose up from Beersheba, and the sons of Israel carried Jacob, their father, their little ones, and their wives, in the wagons which Pharaoh had sent to carry him.

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A Spirit-Led Journey

Commentators note that Jacob “rose up” with renewed vigor and in “high spirits.” This wasn't merely a physical relocation but a spiritual act of obedience, prompted by God's direct encouragement at Beer-sheba. It shows that when we follow God's leading, He provides the necessary strength and confidence for the journey.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Genesis 46:1–34

18th Century

Theologian

פלוּא pallû' — Pallu, “distinguished.” חצרן chetsrôn — Chetsron, of the “court,” or “village.” כרמי

John Calvin

John Calvin

On Genesis 46:5

16th Century

Theologian

And Jacob rose up. By using the words “rose up,” Moses seems to indicate that Jacob received new vigor from the vision. For although the f…

John Gill

John Gill

On Genesis 46:5

17th Century

Pastor

And Jacob rose up from Beersheba
In high spirits, and proceeded on in his journey, being encouraged and animated by …

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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Genesis 46:5–27

17th Century

Minister

We have here a particular account of Jacob's family. Though the fulfilling of promises is always sure, yet it is often slow. It was now 215 years s…