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Genesis 47:28 · KJV

"And Jacob lived in the land of Egypt seventeen years: so the whole age of Jacob was an hundred forty and seven years."

King James Version

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Passage Context

26And Joseph made it a law over the land of Egypt unto this day, that Pharaoh should have the fifth part; except the land of the priests only, which became not Pharaoh's.
27And Israel dwelt in the land of Egypt, in the country of Goshen; and they had possessions therein, and grew, and multiplied exceedingly.
28And Jacob lived in the land of Egypt seventeen years: so the whole age of Jacob was an hundred forty and seven years.
29And the time drew nigh that Israel must die: and he called his son Joseph, and said unto him, If now I have found grace in thy sight, put, I pray thee, thy hand under my thigh, and deal kindly and truly with me; bury me not, I pray thee, in Egypt:
30But I will lie with my fathers, and thou shalt carry me out of Egypt, and bury me in their buryingplace. And he said, I will do as thou hast said.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you view the legacy you will leave behind?

2

What does it mean for you to live fully in your later years?

3

When have you felt the importance of family connections?

Life Application

family

Spend quality time with family members and share stories that can be passed down through generations.

legacy

Consider how your life choices today will impact future generations.

People in This Verse

Jacob (Israel)OT

The son of Isaac and Rebecca, Jacob is a patriarch of the Israelites who had twelve sons. His life was marked by struggles and divine encounters.

First appearance: Genesis 25:26

Places in This Verse

Egypt(Egypt today)

The land where Jacob and his family resided during a time of famine, leading to their significant historical presence there.

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