Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version You shall live in the region of Goshen and be near me—you, your children and grandchildren, your flocks and herds, and all you have. New Living Translation You can live in the region of Goshen, where you can be near me with all your children and grandchildren, your flocks and herds, and everything you own. English Standard Version You shall dwell in the land of Goshen, and you shall be near me, you and your children and your children’s children, and your flocks, your herds, and all that you have. Berean Standard Bible You shall settle in the land of Goshen and be near me—you and your children and grandchildren, your flocks and herds, and everything you own. Berean Literal Bible And you shall dwell in the land of Goshen, and you shall be near to me—you and your sons, and the sons of your sons, and your flock and your herd, and all that is yours. King James Bible And thou shalt dwell in the land of Goshen, and thou shalt be near unto me, thou, and thy children, and thy children's children, and thy flocks, and thy herds, and all that thou hast: New King James Version You shall dwell in the land of Goshen, and you shall be near to me, you and your children, your children’s children, your flocks and your herds, and all that you have. New American Standard Bible For you shall live in the land of Goshen, and you shall be near me, you and your children and your grandchildren, and your flocks and your herds and all that you have. NASB 1995 “You shall live in the land of Goshen, and you shall be near me, you and your children and your children’s children and your flocks and your herds and all that you have. NASB 1977 “And you shall live in the land of Goshen, and you shall be near me, you and your children and your children’s children and your flocks and your herds and all that you have. Legacy Standard Bible And you shall live in the land of Goshen, and you shall be near me, you and your children and your children’s children and your flocks and your herds and all that you have. Amplified Bible You shall live in the land of Goshen [the best pasture land of Egypt], and you shall be close to me—you and your children and your grandchildren, your flocks and your herds and all you have. Berean Annotated Bible You shall settle in the land of Goshen (drawing near) and be near me—you and your children and grandchildren, your flocks and herds, and everything you own. Christian Standard Bible You can settle in the land of Goshen and be near me—you, your children, and your grandchildren, your flocks, your herds, and all you have. Holman Christian Standard Bible You can settle in the land of Goshen and be near me—you, your children, and grandchildren, your sheep, cattle, and all you have. American Standard Version and thou shalt dwell in the land of Goshen, and thou shalt be near unto me, thou, and thy children, and thy children's children, and thy flocks, and thy herds, and all that thou hast: Contemporary English Version You will live near me in the region of Goshen with your children and grandchildren, as well as with your sheep, goats, cattle, and everything else you own. English Revised Version and thou shalt dwell in the land of Goshen, and thou shalt be near unto me, thou, and thy children, and thy children's children, and thy flocks, and thy herds, and all that thou hast: GOD'S WORD® Translation Live in the land of Goshen, where you will be near me. Live there with your children and your grandchildren, as well as your flocks, your herds, and everything you have. Good News Translation You can live in the region of Goshen, where you can be near me--you, your children, your grandchildren, your sheep, your goats, your cattle, and everything else that you have. International Standard Version You are to live in the land of Goshen, near where I am—you, your children, your grandchildren, your flocks, your herds, and everything that you own. NET Bible You will live in the land of Goshen, and you will be near me--you, your children, your grandchildren, your flocks, your herds, and everything you have. New Heart English Bible You shall dwell in the land of Goshen, and you will be near to me, you, your children, and your children’s children, and your flocks, and your herds, and everything that you have. Webster's Bible Translation And thou shalt dwell in the land of Goshen, and thou shalt be near to me, thou, and thy children, and thy children's children, and thy flocks, and thy herds, and all that thou hast: Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleYou shall settle in the land of Goshen and be near me—you and your children and grandchildren, your flocks and herds, and everything you own. World English Bible You shall dwell in the land of Goshen, and you will be near to me, you, your children, your children’s children, your flocks, your herds, and all that you have. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand you have dwelt in the land of Goshen, and been near to me, you and your sons, and your son’s sons, and your flock, and your herd, and all that you have, Berean Literal Bible And you shall dwell in the land of Goshen, and you shall be near to me—you and your sons, and the sons of your sons, and your flock and your herd, and all that is yours. Young's Literal Translation and thou hast dwelt in the land of Goshen, and been near unto me, thou and thy sons, and thy son's sons, and thy flock, and thy herd, and all that thou hast, Smith's Literal Translation And thou didst dwell in the land of Goshen, and thou wert near to me, thou, and thy sons, and thy sons' sons, and thy sheep and thine oxen and all which is to thee. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd thou shalt dwell in the land of Gessen: and thou shalt be near me, thou and thy sons, and thy son's sons, thy sheep, and thy gerds, and all things that thou hast. Catholic Public Domain Version and you will live in the land of Goshen. And you will be next to me, you and your sons and the sons of your sons, your sheep and your herds, and all that you possess. New American Bible You can settle in the region of Goshen, where you will be near me—you and your children and children’s children, your flocks and herds, and everything that you own. New Revised Standard Version You shall settle in the land of Goshen, and you shall be near me, you and your children and your children’s children, as well as your flocks, your herds, and all that you have. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd you shall dwell in the land of Goshen, and you shall be near me, you and your children and your children's children and your flocks and your herds and all that you have; Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And settle in the land of Geshan, and be near to me, you and your children, and the children of your house, and your flocks, and your cattle and everything that you have. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And thou shalt dwell in the land of Goshen, and thou shalt be near unto me, thou, and thy children, and thy children's children, and thy flocks, and thy herds, and all that thou hast; Brenton Septuagint Translation And thou shalt dwell in the land of Gesem of Arabia; and thou shalt be near me, thou and thy sons, and thy sons' sons, thy sheep and thine oxen, and whatsoever things are thine. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Joseph Sends for His Father9Now return quickly to my father and tell him, ‘This is what your son Joseph says: God has made me lord of all Egypt. Come down to me without delay. 10You shall settle in the land of Goshen and be near me— you and your children and grandchildren, your flocks and herds, and everything you own. 11And there I will provide for you, because there will be five more years of famine. Otherwise, you and your household and everything you own will come to destitution.’… Cross References You shall settle in the land of Goshen Genesis 46:34 you are to say, ‘Your servants have raised livestock ever since our youth—both we and our fathers.’ Then you will be allowed to settle in the land of Goshen, since all shepherds are detestable to the Egyptians.” Genesis 47:6 the land of Egypt is before you; settle your father and brothers in the best part of the land. They may dwell in the land of Goshen. And if you know of any talented men among them, put them in charge of my own livestock.” Genesis 46:28 Now Jacob had sent Judah ahead of him to Joseph to get directions to Goshen. When Jacob’s family arrived in the land of Goshen, and be near me— Genesis 46:31 Joseph said to his brothers and to his father’s household, “I will go up and inform Pharaoh: ‘My brothers and my father’s household from the land of Canaan have come to me. Genesis 46:29 Joseph prepared his chariot and went there to meet his father Israel. Joseph presented himself to him, embraced him, and wept profusely. you and your children and grandchildren, Genesis 46:7 Jacob took with him to Egypt his sons and grandsons, and his daughters and granddaughters—all his offspring. Deuteronomy 4:9 Only be on your guard and diligently watch yourselves, so that you do not forget the things your eyes have seen, and so that they do not slip from your heart as long as you live. Teach them to your children and grandchildren. your flocks and herds, Genesis 47:1 So Joseph went and told Pharaoh: “My father and my brothers, with their flocks and herds and all they own, have come from the land of Canaan and are now in Goshen.” Genesis 46:32 The men are shepherds; they raise livestock, and they have brought their flocks and herds and all that they own.’ Exodus 10:26 Even our livestock must go with us; not a hoof will be left behind, for we will need some of them to worship the LORD our God, and we will not know how we are to worship the LORD until we arrive.” and everything you own. Genesis 46:6 They also took the livestock and possessions they had acquired in the land of Canaan, and Jacob and all his offspring went to Egypt. Genesis 46:1 So Israel set out with all that he had, and when he came to Beersheba, he offered sacrifices to the God of his father Isaac. Exodus 8:22 But on that day I will give special treatment to the land of Goshen, where My people live; no swarms of flies will be found there. In this way you will know that I, the LORD, am in the land. Exodus 9:26 The only place where it did not hail was in the land of Goshen, where the Israelites lived. Genesis 50:8 along with all of Joseph’s household, and his brothers, and his father’s household. Only their children and flocks and herds were left in Goshen. Exodus 10:23 No one could see anyone else, and for three days no one left his place. Yet all the Israelites had light in their dwellings. Treasury of Scripture And you shall dwell in the land of Goshen, and you shall be near to me, you, and your children, and your children's children, and your flocks, and your herds, and all that you have: in the land. Genesis 46:29,34 And Joseph made ready his chariot, and went up to meet Israel his father, to Goshen, and presented himself unto him; and he fell on his neck, and wept on his neck a good while… Genesis 47:1-6 Then Joseph came and told Pharaoh, and said, My father and my brethren, and their flocks, and their herds, and all that they have, are come out of the land of Canaan; and, behold, they are in the land of Goshen… Exodus 8:22 And I will sever in that day the land of Goshen, in which my people dwell, that no swarms of flies shall be there; to the end thou mayest know that I am the LORD in the midst of the earth. Goshen. be near. John 14:2,3 In my Father's house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you… John 17:24 Father, I will that they also, whom thou hast given me, be with me where I am; that they may behold my glory, which thou hast given me: for thou lovedst me before the foundation of the world. Jump to Previous Cattle Children Children's Dwell Dwelt Flock Flocks Goshen Grandchildren Herd Herds Live Region Sheep Son'sJump to Next Cattle Children Children's Dwell Dwelt Flock Flocks Goshen Grandchildren Herd Herds Live Region Sheep Son'sGenesis 45 1. Joseph makes himself known to his brothers.5. He comforts them in God's providence. 9. He sends for his father. 16. Pharaoh confirms it. 21. Joseph furnishes then for their journey. 25. Jacob is revived with the news. You shall settle in the land of Goshen Goshen is a fertile region in the eastern part of the Nile Delta in Egypt. It was well-suited for grazing and agriculture, making it an ideal place for Jacob's family, who were shepherds. This area provided the Israelites with the resources they needed to thrive during the famine. Theologically, Goshen represents a place of provision and protection, as God orchestrated events to bring Jacob's family to a place where they could grow into a great nation. This settlement also foreshadows the eventual Exodus, as Goshen becomes the starting point for their journey back to the Promised Land. and be near me you and your children and grandchildren your flocks and herds and everything you own Persons / Places / Events 1. JosephThe son of Jacob who was sold into slavery by his brothers and rose to become the second most powerful man in Egypt. In this passage, he reveals his identity to his brothers and invites them to live in Egypt. 2. Jacob (Israel) The father of Joseph and his brothers, who is invited to move to Egypt to be near Joseph during the famine. 3. Joseph's Brothers The siblings who sold Joseph into slavery, now reconciled with him and invited to bring their families to Egypt. 4. Goshen A region in Egypt where Joseph invites his family to settle. It is fertile and suitable for their livestock, providing a safe haven during the famine. 5. Pharaoh The ruler of Egypt who supports Joseph's plan to bring his family to Egypt, showing favor to Joseph and his family. Teaching Points God's ProvidenceJoseph's rise to power and his ability to provide for his family during the famine demonstrate God's sovereign plan and provision. Trust in God's timing and His ability to work all things for good. Reconciliation and Forgiveness Joseph's invitation to his brothers to live in Goshen is a powerful example of forgiveness and reconciliation. We are called to forgive others as God has forgiven us. Family and Community The importance of family unity and support is emphasized as Joseph ensures the well-being of his entire family. We should prioritize caring for our families and communities. Faith in God's Promises Jacob's move to Egypt is a step of faith, trusting in God's promises despite uncertainties. We are encouraged to step out in faith, trusting God's promises for our lives. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Genesis 45:10?2. How does Genesis 45:10 illustrate God's provision through Joseph's leadership? 3. What does "you shall dwell in the land of Goshen" signify for Jacob's family? 4. How does Genesis 45:10 connect to God's promise to Abraham in Genesis 12:2-3? 5. What can we learn about forgiveness and reconciliation from Joseph's actions in Genesis 45? 6. How can we trust God's plan during difficult times, as seen in Genesis 45:10? 7. How does Genesis 45:10 reflect God's providence in Joseph's life? 8. What historical evidence supports the events described in Genesis 45:10? 9. How does Genesis 45:10 illustrate the theme of reconciliation? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Genesis 45? 11. What is Goshen's biblical significance? 12. How do skeptics address potential inconsistencies between Genesis 46 and other Old Testament genealogies regarding the descendants of Jacob? 13. What is Goshen's biblical significance? 14. 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What Does Genesis 45:10 Mean “You shall settle”- Joseph speaks with the authority God has given him (Genesis 45:5–8). - This directive reveals God’s sovereignty in moving Jacob’s family to Egypt for preservation, echoing Genesis 15:13–14 where God foretold Israel’s sojourn. - Like Abram pitching his tent when led by the LORD (Genesis 12:8), Jacob is now called to commit permanently, not temporarily, to this divinely orchestrated relocation. “in the land of Goshen” - Goshen, a fertile district in Egypt’s eastern Delta, provided ideal pasture (Genesis 47:6). - God once promised Canaan (Genesis 28:13), yet here He uses a foreign land as a refuge, illustrating His care even outside the Promised Land (Psalm 23:2). - Later, Goshen becomes a place of distinction during the plagues (Exodus 8:22; 9:26), showing God’s ongoing protection of His people. “and be near me” - Joseph desires close proximity, reflecting family reconciliation (Genesis 45:15). - Physical nearness underlines restored fellowship, just as God draws His people near to Himself (Exodus 19:4). - The phrase foreshadows how God will “dwell in the midst” of Israel (Leviticus 26:11–12). “you and your children and grandchildren” - The entire covenant line is included, fulfilling God’s word that Jacob’s descendants would become “a great nation” in Egypt (Genesis 46:3). - Multi-generational security points to Psalm 103:17 where God’s steadfast love reaches “to children’s children.” - Family continuity highlights the importance of heritage and discipleship, later commanded in Deuteronomy 6:6–7. “your flocks and herds” - Provision extends to livelihood, recalling God’s promise to bless Abraham’s livestock (Genesis 13:5–6). - Egypt’s aversion to shepherds (Genesis 46:34) ensures Israel remains distinct, shielding them from assimilation, much like believers are called to be “set apart” (2 Corinthians 6:17). “and everything you own” - Nothing is left behind, mirroring God’s comprehensive care in the Exodus when “not a hoof is to be left behind” (Exodus 10:26). - The move tests faith; they must trust God with all possessions, anticipating Proverbs 3:9–10 where honoring the LORD with all yields abundance. summary Genesis 45:10 shows God orchestrating a complete, protected relocation for Jacob’s family through Joseph. Every phrase underscores divine provision: a secure place (Goshen), restored relationship (near me), multi-generational blessing, preserved livelihood, and total care for all they possess. The verse reassures believers that God’s plans encompass every facet of life, calling us to trust His leading without reservation. (10) The land of Goshen.--This land, also called "the laud of Rameses" (Genesis 47:11), probably from the city "Raamses," which the Israelites were compelled to build there (Exodus 1:11), was situated on the eastern bank of the Nile, and apparently commencing a little to the north of Memphis extended to the Mediterranean, and to the borders of the Philistines' land (Exodus 13:17). In Psalm 78:12; Psalm 78:43, it is called the "field of Zoan," or Tanis. It probably was an unsettled district, but rich in pastures, and belonged in a very loose way to Egypt. In the LXX. it is called "Gesem of Arabia," to which country both Herodotus and Strabo reckoned all the district on the east of the Nile towards the Isthmus of Suez as belonging. And here the Israelites were constantly joined by large numbers of Semitic immigrants, who were enrolled in their "tafs," and swelled the rapidly increasing number of their dependants. For, as we have seen before, not merely the lineal descendants of Abraham were circumcised, but all his household and his slaves; and being thus admitted into the covenant became members of the Jewish church and nation (Genesis 17:23). . . .Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew You shall settleוְיָשַׁבְתָּ֣ (wə·yā·šaḇ·tā) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - second person masculine singular Strong's 3427: To sit down, to dwell, to remain, to settle, to marry in the land בְאֶֽרֶץ־ (ḇə·’e·reṣ-) Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 776: Earth, land of Goshen גֹּ֗שֶׁן (gō·šen) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 1657: Goshen -- a district in Egypt, also a city in southern Judah and be וְהָיִ֤יתָ (wə·hā·yî·ṯā) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - second person masculine singular Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be near me— קָרוֹב֙ (qā·rō·wḇ) Adjective - masculine singular Strong's 7138: Near you אַתָּ֕ה (’at·tāh) Pronoun - second person masculine singular Strong's 859: Thou and thee, ye and you and your children וּבָנֶ֖יךָ (ū·ḇā·ne·ḵā) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural construct | second person masculine singular Strong's 1121: A son and grandchildren, וּבְנֵ֣י (ū·ḇə·nê) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 1121: A son your flocks וְצֹאנְךָ֥ (wə·ṣō·nə·ḵā) Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular construct | second person masculine singular Strong's 6629: Small cattle, sheep and goats, flock and herds, וּבְקָרְךָ֖ (ū·ḇə·qā·rə·ḵā) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct | second person masculine singular Strong's 1241: Beef cattle, ox, a herd and everything you own. וְכָל־ (wə·ḵāl) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every Links Genesis 45:10 NIVGenesis 45:10 NLT Genesis 45:10 ESV Genesis 45:10 NASB Genesis 45:10 KJV Genesis 45:10 BibleApps.com Genesis 45:10 Biblia Paralela Genesis 45:10 Chinese Bible Genesis 45:10 French Bible Genesis 45:10 Catholic Bible OT Law: Genesis 45:10 You shall dwell in the land (Gen. 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