Genesis 45:10

Authorized King James 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:

Word-by-Word Analysis

וְיָֽשַׁבְתָּ֣

H3427

And thou shalt dwell

properly, to sit down (specifically as judge. in ambush, in quiet); by implication, to dwell, to remain; causatively, to settle, to marry

בְאֶֽרֶץ

H776

in the land

the earth (at large, or partitively a land)

גֹּ֗שֶׁן

H1657

of Goshen

goshen, the residence of the israelites in egypt; also a place in palestine

וְהָיִ֤יתָ

H1961

to exist, i.e., be or become, come to pass (always emphatic, and not a mere copula or auxiliary)

קָרוֹב֙

H7138

and thou shalt be near

near (in place, kindred or time)

אֵלַ֔י

H413

near, with or among; often in general, to

אַתָּ֕ה

H859

thou and thee, or (plural) ye and you

בָנֶ֑יךָ

H1121

and thy children's

a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or

בָנֶ֑יךָ

H1121

and thy children's

a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or

#10

בָנֶ֑יךָ

H1121

and thy children's

a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or

#11

וְצֹֽאנְךָ֥

H6629

and thy flocks

a collective name for a flock (of sheep or goats); also figuratively (of men)

#12

וּבְקָֽרְךָ֖

H1241

and thy herds

a beeve or an animal of the ox family of either gender (as used for plowing); collectively, a herd

#13

וְכָל

H3605

properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every (in the singular only, but often in a plural sense)

#14

אֲשֶׁר

H834

who, which, what, that; also (as an adverb and a conjunction) when, where, how, because, in order that, etc

#15

לָֽךְ׃

Analysis

This verse develops the creation and providence theme central to Genesis. The concept of divine revelation reflects God's absolute sovereignty over all existence. The literary structure and word choice here contribute to foundational narrative establishing God's relationship with creation and humanity, advancing the author's theological argument. The original language emphasizes careful word choice that would have carried specific theological weight for the original audience, providing deeper understanding of the author's theological intention.

Historical Context

The historical context of the patriarchal period (c. 2000-1500 BCE) and primeval history provides crucial background for understanding this verse. The ancient Near Eastern world with its creation myths, flood narratives, and patriarchal social structures provided the cultural backdrop against which God's revelation stands in stark contrast. The ancient Near Eastern cosmology and patriarchal society would have shaped how the original audience understood divine revelation. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Ancient Near Eastern creation texts like Enuma Elish provide comparative context for understanding Genesis's unique theological perspective.

Questions for Reflection

How does the creation and providence theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?
What practical applications emerge from understanding creation and providence as presented in this verse, particularly in light of contemporary challenges facing the church and individual believers?
How does this passage contribute to our understanding of the progressive revelation of God's purposes throughout Scripture, and what implications does this have for Christian discipleship?

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