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The Identity of the Archers
Commentators agree the "archers" are a metaphor for Joseph's enemies. This primarily refers to his brothers, who treacherously shot "bitter words" and conspired against him. Scholars like John Gill expand this to include Potiphar's wife with her false accusations, envious Egyptian officials, and even Satan with his spiritual temptations.
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Albert Barnes
On Genesis 49:1–33
18th Century
Theologian
מכרה mekêrāh — “weapon;” related: כיר kārar or כרה kārāh dig. “Device, design?” related: …
Charles Ellicott
On Genesis 49:22–26
19th Century
Bishop
Joseph. —The blessing of Joseph is, in many respects, the most remarkable of them all. Jacob, throughout this process, seems to be…
Charles Spurgeon
On Genesis 49:23–24
19th Century
Preacher
The archers have sorely grieved him, and shot at him, and hated him: but his bow abode in strength,
You know how sorely Joseph was …
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John Gill
On Genesis 49:23
17th Century
Pastor
The archers have sorely grieved him, and shot at him, and
hated him .
His brethren wh…
Matthew Henry
On Genesis 49:22–27
17th Century
Minister
The blessing of Joseph is very full. What Jacob says of him is history as well as prophecy. Jacob reminds him of the difficulties and fiery darts o…