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The Significance of Five
Commentators note that Joseph chose "five" men to present to Pharaoh. This number appears to have held special significance in ancient Egypt, much like the number seven did for the Hebrews. This detail may highlight Joseph's cultural astuteness in navigating the Egyptian court.
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Albert Barnes
On Genesis 47:1–31
18th Century
Theologian
רעמסס ra‘mesês — Ra‘meses “son of the sun.”
מטה mı̂ṭṭāh — “bed.” מטה maṭṭeh…
Charles Ellicott
On Genesis 47:2
19th Century
Bishop
Even five men. —As the number “five” appears again and again in this narrative (Genesis 43:34; [Reference Gen…
John Gill
On Genesis 47:2
17th Century
Pastor
And he took some of his brethren
Along with him, when he left his father in Goshen. The word for "some" signifies th…
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Matthew Henry
On Genesis 47:1–6
17th Century
Minister
Though Joseph was a great man, especially in Egypt, he still acknowledged his brothers. Let the rich and great in the world not overlook or despise…