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Genesis 46:32 · KJV

"And the men are shepherds, for their trade hath been to feed cattle; and they have brought their flocks, and their herds, and all that they have."

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Passage Context

30And Israel said unto Joseph, Now let me die, since I have seen thy face, because thou art yet alive.
31And 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;
32And the men are shepherds, for their trade hath been to feed cattle; and they have brought their flocks, and their herds, and all that they have.
33And it shall come to pass, when Pharaoh shall call you, and shall say, What is your occupation?
34That ye shall say, Thy servants' trade hath been about cattle from our youth even until now, both we, and also our fathers: that ye may dwell in the land of Goshen; for every shepherd is an abomination unto the Egyptians.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you view your work and its significance?

2

What does it mean for you to embrace your skills?

3

When have you had to adapt to a new environment?

Life Application

work

Reflect on how your skills can serve others in your community.

adaptation

Consider ways to embrace your unique background in your current work.

Places in This Verse

Egypt(Egypt today)

Egypt served as a refuge for Jacob's family, where they would establish themselves amidst a foreign culture.

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