Genesis 47:27-28 And Israel dwelled in the land of Egypt, in the country of Goshen; and they had possessions therein, and grew… I. THEIR QUIET POSSESSION OF THE LAND. 1. They had the means and appliances of prosperity, 2. They enjoyed their freedom by a firm and honourable tenure. II. THEIR PROSPERITY, (T. H. Leale.) Parallel Verses KJV: And Israel dwelt in the land of Egypt, in the country of Goshen; and they had possessions therein, and grew, and multiplied exceedingly. |