Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Joseph went and told Pharaoh, “My father and brothers, with their flocks and herds and everything they own, have come from the land of Canaan and are now in Goshen.” New Living Translation Then Joseph went to see Pharaoh and told him, “My father and my brothers have arrived from the land of Canaan. They have come with all their flocks and herds and possessions, and they are now in the region of Goshen.” English Standard Version So Joseph went in and told Pharaoh, “My father and my brothers, with their flocks and herds and all that they possess, have come from the land of Canaan. They are now in the land of Goshen.” Berean Standard Bible 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.” Berean Literal Bible And Joseph went and told Pharaoh and he said, “My father, and my brothers, and their flocks, and their herds, and all that is theirs, have come from the land of Canaan, and behold, they are in the land of Goshen.” King James Bible 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. New King James Version Then Joseph went and told Pharaoh, and said, “My father and my brothers, their flocks and their herds and all that they possess, have come from the land of Canaan; and indeed they are in the land of Goshen.” New American Standard Bible Then Joseph went in and told Pharaoh, and said, “My father and my brothers and their flocks and their herds and all that they have, have come out of the land of Canaan; and behold, they are in the land of Goshen.” NASB 1995 Then Joseph went in and told Pharaoh, and said, “My father and my brothers and their flocks and their herds and all that they have, have come out of the land of Canaan; and behold, they are in the land of Goshen.” NASB 1977 Then Joseph went in and told Pharaoh, and said, “My father and my brothers and their flocks and their herds and all that they have, have come out of the land of Canaan; and behold, they are in the land of Goshen.” Legacy Standard Bible Then Joseph went in and told Pharaoh and said, “My father and my brothers and their flocks and their herds and all that they have, have come out of the land of Canaan; and behold, they are in the land of Goshen.” Amplified Bible Then Joseph came and told Pharaoh, “My father and my brothers, with their flocks and their herds and all that they own, have come from the land of Canaan, and they are in the land of Goshen.” Berean Annotated Bible So Joseph (YHWH has added) went and told Pharaoh (great house): “My father and my brothers, with their flocks and herds and all they own, have come from the land of Canaan (lowland) and are now in Goshen (drawing near). Christian Standard Bible So Joseph went and informed Pharaoh: “My father and my brothers, with their flocks and herds and all that they own, have come from the land of Canaan and are now in the land of Goshen.” Holman Christian Standard Bible So Joseph went and informed Pharaoh: “My father and my brothers, with their sheep and cattle and all that they own, have come from the land of Canaan and are now in the land of Goshen.” American Standard Version Then Joseph went in 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. English Revised Version Then Joseph went in 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. GOD'S WORD® Translation Joseph went and told Pharaoh, "My father and my brothers have arrived from Canaan with their flocks, herds, and everything they have. Now they are in Goshen." Good News Translation So Joseph took five of his brothers and went to the king. He told him, "My father and my brothers have come from Canaan with their flocks, their herds, and all that they own. They are now in the region of Goshen." International Standard Version After this, Joseph went to inform Pharaoh. "My father and brothers have come here from Canaan," he said, "and they've come with their flocks, herds, and everything else they have. I settled them in the Goshen territory!" NET Bible Joseph went and told Pharaoh, "My father, my brothers, their flocks and herds, and all that they own have arrived from the land of Canaan. They are now in the land of Goshen." New Heart English Bible Then Joseph went in and told Pharaoh, and said, "My father and my brothers, with their flocks, their herds, and all that they own, have come from the land of Canaan. And look, they are in the land of Goshen." Webster's Bible Translation Then Joseph came and told Pharaoh, and said, My father and my brethren, and their flocks, and their herds, and all that they have, have come from the land of Canaan; and behold, they are in the land of Goshen. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleSo 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.” World English Bible Then Joseph went in and told Pharaoh, and said, “My father and my brothers, with their flocks, their herds, and all that they own, have come out of the land of Canaan; and behold, they are in the land of Goshen.” Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd Joseph comes and declares [it] to Pharaoh, and says, “My father, and my brothers, and their flock, and their herd, and all they have, have come from the land of Canaan, and behold, they [are] in the land of Goshen.” Berean Literal Bible And Joseph went and told Pharaoh and he said, “My father, and my brothers, and their flocks, and their herds, and all that is theirs, have come from the land of Canaan, and behold, they are in the land of Goshen.” Young's Literal Translation And Joseph cometh, and declareth to Pharaoh, and saith, 'My father, and my brethren, and their flock, and their herd, and all they have, have come from the land of Canaan, and lo, they are in the land of Goshen.' Smith's Literal Translation And Joseph will come and announce to Pharaoh, and will say, My father and my brethren, and their sheep and their cattle and all which is to them, came from the land of Canaan, and behold, in the land of Goshen. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThen Joseph went in and told Pharao, saying: My father and brethren, their sheep and their herds, and all that they possess, are come out of the land of Chanaan: and behold they stay in the land of Gessen. Catholic Public Domain Version And so Joseph entered and reported to Pharaoh, saying: “My father and brothers, their sheep and herds, and everything that they possess, have arrived from the land of Canaan. And behold, they stand together in the land of Goshen.” New American Bible Joseph went and told Pharaoh, “My father and my brothers have come from the land of Canaan, with their flocks and herds and everything else they own; and they are now in the region of Goshen.” New Revised Standard Version So Joseph went and told Pharaoh, “My father and my brothers, with their flocks and herds and all that they possess, have come from the land of Canaan; they are now in the land of Goshen.” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleTHEN Joseph came and informed Pharaoh, and said to him, My father and my brothers and their flocks and their herds and all that they have, are come from the land of Canaan; and, behold, they are now settled in the land of Goshen. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And Yoseph came and he told Pharaoh and said to him, “My father and my brothers and their flocks and their oxen and all that they have, have come from the land of Canaan, and behold, they are dwelling in the land of Geshan.” OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Then Joseph went in 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.' Brenton Septuagint Translation And Joseph came and told Pharao, saying, My father, and my brethren, and their cattle, and their oxen, and all their possessions, are come out of the land of Chanaan, and behold, they are in the land of Gesem. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Jacob Settles in Goshen1So 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.” 2And he chose five of his brothers and presented them before Pharaoh.… Cross References So Joseph went and told Pharaoh: 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 45:16 When the news reached Pharaoh’s house that Joseph’s brothers had come, Pharaoh and his servants were pleased. Genesis 41:39-41 Then Pharaoh said to Joseph, “Since God has made all this known to you, there is no one as discerning and wise as you. / You shall be in charge of my house, and all my people are to obey your commands. Only with regard to the throne will I be greater than you.” / Pharaoh also told Joseph, “I hereby place you over all the land of Egypt.” “My father and my brothers, Genesis 45:3 Joseph said to his brothers, “I am Joseph! Is my father still alive?” But they were unable to answer him, because they were terrified in his presence. Genesis 45:9 Now 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. Genesis 46:30 Then Israel said to Joseph, “Finally I can die, now that I have seen your face and know that you are still alive!” with their flocks and herds and all they own, Genesis 46:32 The men are shepherds; they raise livestock, and they have brought their flocks and herds and all that they 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 31:18 and he drove all his livestock before him, along with all the possessions he had acquired in Paddan-aram, to go to his father Isaac in the land in Canaan. have come from the land of Canaan Genesis 42:5 So the sons of Israel were among those who came to buy grain, since the famine had also spread to the land of Canaan. Genesis 46:5 Then Jacob departed from Beersheba, and the sons of Israel took their father Jacob in the wagons Pharaoh had sent to carry him, along with their children and wives. Genesis 46:27 And with the two sons who had been born to Joseph in Egypt, the members of Jacob’s family who went to Egypt were seventy in all. and are now in Goshen.” Genesis 45:10 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. 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. Exodus 1:8-11 Then a new king, who did not know Joseph, came to power in Egypt. / “Look,” he said to his people, “the Israelites have become too numerous and too powerful for us. / Come, let us deal shrewdly with them, or they will increase even more; and if a war breaks out, they may join our enemies, fight against us, and leave the country.” … Treasury of Scripture Then Joseph came and told Pharaoh, and said, My father and my brothers, 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. Joseph. Genesis 45:16 And the fame thereof was heard in Pharaoh's house, saying, Joseph's brethren are come: and it pleased Pharaoh well, and his servants. Genesis 46:31 And Joseph said unto his brethren, and unto his father's house, I will go up, and shew Pharaoh, and say unto him, My brethren, and my father's house, which were in the land of Canaan, are come unto me; Hebrews 2:11 For both he that sanctifieth and they who are sanctified are all of one: for which cause he is not ashamed to call them brethren, in the land. Genesis 45:10 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: Genesis 46:28,34 And he sent Judah before him unto Joseph, to direct his face unto Goshen; and they came into 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. Jump to Previous Canaan Cattle Declareth Flock Flocks Goshen Herd Herds Joseph Pharaoh Possess SheepJump to Next Canaan Cattle Declareth Flock Flocks Goshen Herd Herds Joseph Pharaoh Possess SheepGenesis 47 1. Joseph presents his father, and five of his brothers before Pharaoh.11. He gives them habitation and maintenance. 13. He gets the Egyptian's money; 16. their cattle; 18. and their lands, except the priests', to Pharaoh. 23. He restores the land for a fifth. 28. Jacob's age. 29. He swears Joseph to bury him with his fathers. So Joseph went and told Pharaoh: Joseph, as the second most powerful man in Egypt, had direct access to Pharaoh. This reflects his high status and the trust Pharaoh placed in him. Joseph's role as a mediator between his family and Pharaoh is significant, as it shows his continued loyalty to both his family and his adopted country. This act of going to Pharaoh also demonstrates the importance of family in Joseph's life, despite his years in Egypt. 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: Persons / Places / Events 1. JosephThe son of Jacob, who rose to become a powerful leader in Egypt. He is the one who informs Pharaoh about his family's arrival. 2. Pharaoh The ruler of Egypt, who has shown favor to Joseph and his family due to Joseph's wise leadership and interpretation of dreams. 3. Jacob (Israel) Joseph's father, who has come to Egypt with his family due to the severe famine in Canaan. 4. Brothers of Joseph The sons of Jacob, who have come to Egypt with their families and possessions. 5. Goshen A region in Egypt where Joseph's family is settled. It is fertile and suitable for their livestock. 6. Canaan The land from which Jacob and his family have come, experiencing a severe famine. Teaching Points God's Provision in Times of NeedJoseph's family is provided for during a time of famine, illustrating God's provision and care for His people. The Importance of Family Unity Joseph's actions demonstrate the importance of family unity and reconciliation, as he ensures his family's safety and well-being. Faith in God's Promises Jacob's move to Egypt is a step of faith, trusting in God's promises despite the circumstances. Leadership and Influence Joseph's influence in Egypt shows how God can use His people in positions of authority to fulfill His purposes. The Role of Divine Favor The favor Joseph finds with Pharaoh is a testament to God's hand in the lives of His people, opening doors and providing opportunities. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Genesis 47:1?2. How does Joseph's approach to Pharaoh in Genesis 47:1 demonstrate respect and wisdom? 3. What can we learn about family responsibility from Joseph's actions in Genesis 47:1? 4. How does Genesis 47:1 connect to God's promise to Abraham in Genesis 12:2-3? 5. How can we apply Joseph's example of leadership in Genesis 47:1 today? 6. What role does communication play in Joseph's interaction with Pharaoh in Genesis 47:1? 7. How does Genesis 47:1 reflect God's plan for Israel's future in Egypt? 8. What historical evidence supports the events described in Genesis 47:1? 9. How does Genesis 47:1 demonstrate Joseph's leadership and wisdom? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Genesis 47? 11. Is there archaeological proof that Joseph was elevated to such a high rank in Egypt as described in Genesis 47:1-6? 12. What is Goshen's biblical significance? 13. What did Moses mean by "Let my people go"? 14. What is the summary of the Exodus from Egypt? What Does Genesis 47:1 Mean So Joseph wentJoseph does exactly what he said he would do (Genesis 46:31). • Immediate action shows faithful obedience, echoing Genesis 22:3 where Abraham “rose early” to obey. • His movement underscores servant-leadership; he steps forward first, clearing the way for his family’s safety (cf. Matthew 20:26-28). and told Pharaoh Joseph leverages the high favor God granted him (Genesis 41:41). • Acting as mediator, he models Christlike intercession (Hebrews 7:25). • Proverbs 22:29 reminds us that diligence brings a person “before kings,” a truth illustrated here. • By speaking personally, Joseph secures royal protection, prefiguring Romans 13:4—civil authority as God’s minister for good. “My father and my brothers Family remains central even after decades in Egypt. • Honoring Jacob fulfills Exodus 20:12 well before Sinai. • 1 Timothy 5:8 warns that ignoring kin makes one “worse than an unbeliever”; Joseph exemplifies the opposite. • Covenant lineage is preserved, safeguarding Genesis 12:7’s promise. with their flocks and herds and all they own The arrival is not as refugees empty-handed but as stewards of God’s provision. • Abraham’s blessing of abundance (Genesis 13:2) continues through famine. • God equips His people with resources to thrive and bless others (2 Corinthians 9:8). • Bringing “all they own” signals full commitment, no plan to return apart from God’s direction (cf. Luke 9:62). have come from the land of Canaan The covenant homeland is temporarily left, yet the promise remains. • Genesis 46:3-4—God assured Jacob, “I will surely bring you back.” • Acts 7:15 recounts this move as part of redemptive history. • Stepping away under duress (famine) parallels times God repositions believers for greater purposes (Acts 8:1-4). and are now in Goshen. Goshen provides separation and preservation. • Genesis 46:34 notes it keeps Israel distinct from Egyptian idolatry, illustrating Romans 12:2’s call not to conform. • Psalm 105:23-24 celebrates Israel’s fruitful growth in Egypt; Goshen is the incubator for the nation (Exodus 1:7). • Strategic location near trade routes positions them to be a light, foreshadowing Matthew 5:14. summary Genesis 47:1 shows Joseph acting promptly, honorably, and strategically to settle his family under Pharaoh’s protection. Each phrase underscores obedience, family loyalty, divine provision, covenant continuity, and God’s wise placement of His people. The verse reassures us that when God moves His children—even into foreign territory—He does so with purpose, resources, and the promise of future fulfillment. XLVIIJOSEPH PRESENTS HIS FATHER AND BRETHREN TO PHARAOH. (1) Behold, they are in the land of Goshen.--Though Joseph had all along wished this to be the dwelling-place of his brethren, yet it was necessary to obtain Pharaoh's permission; and at present Joseph only mentions that they had halted there. In Genesis 47:4 they ask for the necessary consent. Verse 1. - Then Joseph came - literally, and Joseph went, up to the royal presence, as he had proposed (Genesis 46:31) - and told Pharaoh, and said, My father and my brethren, and their flocks, and their herds, and all that they have, are come cut of the land of Canaan; - as thou didst desire (Genesis 45:17, 18) - and, behold, they are in the land of Goshen (vide Genesis 45:10).Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew So Josephיוֹסֵף֮ (yō·w·sêp̄) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3130: Joseph -- 'he increases', a son of Jacob, also the name of several Israelites went וַיָּבֹ֣א (way·yā·ḇō) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 935: To come in, come, go in, go and told וַיַּגֵּ֣ד (way·yag·gêḏ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 5046: To be conspicuous Pharaoh: לְפַרְעֹה֒ (lə·p̄ar·‘ōh) Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 6547: Pharaoh -- a title of Egypt kings “My father אָבִ֨י (’ā·ḇî) Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular Strong's 1: Father and my brothers, וְאַחַ֜י (wə·’a·ḥay) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural construct | first person common singular Strong's 251: A brother, ) with their flocks וְצֹאנָ֤ם (wə·ṣō·nām) Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine plural Strong's 6629: Small cattle, sheep and goats, flock and herds וּבְקָרָם֙ (ū·ḇə·qā·rām) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine plural Strong's 1241: Beef cattle, ox, a herd and all וְכָל־ (wə·ḵāl) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every they own, אֲשֶׁ֣ר (’ă·šer) Pronoun - relative Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that have come בָּ֖אוּ (bā·’ū) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person common plural Strong's 935: To come in, come, go in, go from the land מֵאֶ֣רֶץ (mê·’e·reṣ) Preposition-m | Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 776: Earth, land of Canaan כְּנָ֑עַן (kə·nā·‘an) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3667: Canaan -- a son of Ham, also his descendants and their land West of the Jordan and are now וְהִנָּ֖ם (wə·hin·nām) Conjunctive waw | Interjection | third person masculine plural Strong's 2005: Lo! behold! in Goshen.” גֹּֽשֶׁן׃ (gō·šen) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 1657: Goshen -- a district in Egypt, also a city in southern Judah Links Genesis 47:1 NIVGenesis 47:1 NLT Genesis 47:1 ESV Genesis 47:1 NASB Genesis 47:1 KJV Genesis 47:1 BibleApps.com Genesis 47:1 Biblia Paralela Genesis 47:1 Chinese Bible Genesis 47:1 French Bible Genesis 47:1 Catholic Bible OT Law: Genesis 47:1 Then Joseph went in and told Pharaoh (Gen. 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