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A Burial of Faith
Commentators explain that Jacob's demand to be buried in Canaan was a powerful act of faith. It wasn't just about returning home; it was a declaration that he believed God's promise of the land. By insisting on this, he encouraged his descendants to look beyond their comfort in Egypt and remember their true inheritance, viewing Canaan as a type of the heavenly home promised to believers (Hebrews 11:14).
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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 47:29
19th Century
Bishop
ISRAEL IN EGYPT.
The time drew near that Israel must die: For seventeen years, Jacob lived in Egy…
John Calvin
On Genesis 47:29
16th Century
Theologian
And he called his son Joseph. From this we conclude not only Jacob's anxiety but also his unconquerable greatness of spirit. It is a proof…
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John Gill
On Genesis 47:29
17th Century
Pastor
And the time drew nigh that Israel must die
As all men must, by the appointment of God, even good men, the Israel of…
Matthew Henry
On Genesis 47:27–31
17th Century
Minister
At last the time drew near that Israel must die. Israel, a prince with God, had power over the Angel and prevailed, yet must die. Joseph supplied h…