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A Merciful Relocation
Most commentators agree that Joseph's relocation of the people was not a harsh punishment but a "wise and kind measure." By moving the populace to cities, he brought them closer to the centralized grain stores, ensuring they could be fed efficiently during the famine's final year. This was a practical act of mercy to save lives.
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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 47:21
19th Century
Bishop
He removed them to cities. —Joseph’s object in this measure was most merciful. As the grain was stored up in the cities, the peopl…
John Calvin
On Genesis 47:21
16th Century
Theologian
And as for the people, he removed them to cities. This removal was indeed severe. However, if we reflect on how much better it was to depa…
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John Gill
On Genesis 47:21
17th Century
Pastor
And as for the people, he removed them
From the places where they dwelt, that it might appear they had no more prope…
Matthew Henry
On Genesis 47:13–26
17th Century
Minister
With care taken for Jacob and his family���a mercy especially orchestrated by Providence through Joseph's advancement���the account now turns to ho…