Genesis 45:13

Authorized King James Version

And ye shall tell my father of all my glory in Egypt, and of all that ye have seen; and ye shall haste and bring down my father hither.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וְהִגַּדְתֶּ֣ם

H5046

And ye shall tell

properly, to front, i.e., stand boldly out opposite; by implication (causatively), to manifest; figuratively, to announce (always by word of mouth to

אָבִ֖י

my father

father, in a literal and immediate, or figurative and remote application

אֶת

H853

properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)

כָּל

H3605

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

כְּבוֹדִי֙

H3519

of all my glory

properly, weight, but only figuratively in a good sense, splendor or copiousness

בְּמִצְרַ֔יִם

H4714

in Egypt

mitsrajim, i.e., upper and lower egypt

וְאֵ֖ת

H853

properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)

כָּל

H3605

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

אֲשֶׁ֣ר

H834

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

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רְאִיתֶ֑ם

H7200

and of all that ye have seen

to see, literally or figuratively (in numerous applications, direct and implied, transitive, intransitive and causative)

#11

וּמִֽהַרְתֶּ֛ם

H4116

and ye shall haste

properly, to be liquid or flow easily, i.e., (by implication)

#12

וְהֽוֹרַדְתֶּ֥ם

H3381

and bring down

to descend (literally, to go downwards; or conventionally to a lower region, as the shore, a boundary, the enemy, etc.; or figuratively, to fall); cau

#13

אֶת

H853

properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)

#14

אָבִ֖י

my father

father, in a literal and immediate, or figurative and remote application

#15

הֵֽנָּה׃

H2008

hither or thither (but used both of place and time)

Analysis

Within the broader context of Genesis, this passage highlights creation and providence through simile or metaphorical language. The theological weight of glory connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about glory, contributing to our understanding of God's nature and relationship with humanity. This verse contributes to the book's overall argument by building upon previous themes while advancing the overall message of Genesis.

Historical Context

The literary and historical milieu of ancient Near Eastern narrative literature addressing origins and identity shapes this text's meaning. The development from creation to divine election established God's sovereign care over history Understanding a worldview where divine beings actively governed natural and historical processes helps modern readers appreciate why the author emphasizes glory in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection

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?
How does this verse's literary context within Genesis chapter 45 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
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?

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