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Pharaoh spoke to Joseph, saying, "Your father and your brothers have come to you.
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A Formal Royal Welcome
Commentators observe that Pharaoh's statement is not merely stating the obvious. Instead, it serves as a formal, verbal acknowledgment that acts as a warm preamble to the generous offer of land he is about to make. This highlights the initial favor and high-level welcome the Israelites received in Egypt.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
רעמסס ra‘mesês — Ra‘meses “son of the sun.”
מטה mı̂ṭṭāh — “bed.” מטה maṭṭeh…
16th Century
Protestant
And Pharaoh spake unto Joseph. It is to be attributed to the favor of God that Pharaoh was not offended when they desired that a separate …
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And Pharaoh spoke to Joseph Who was present at the conversation that passed between him and his brethren:
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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…
