What does Genesis 46:20 mean?

Genesis 46:20 highlights themes such as family, legacy, blessing when read in context.

How should I apply Genesis 46:20 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

And unto Joseph in the land of Egypt were born Manasseh and Ephraim, which Asenath the daughter of Poti-pherah priest of On bare unto him.

18These are the sons of Zilpah, whom Laban gave to Leah his daughter, and these she bare unto Jacob, even sixteen souls.

19The sons of Rachel Jacob's wife; Joseph, and Benjamin.

20And unto Joseph in the land of Egypt were born Manasseh and Ephraim, which Asenath the daughter of Poti-pherah priest of On bare unto him.

21And the sons of Benjamin were Belah, and Becher, and Ashbel, Gera, and Naaman, Ehi, and Rosh, Muppim, and Huppim, and Ard.

22These are the sons of Rachel, which were born to Jacob: all the souls were fourteen.

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Ephesians 3:15
Both verses highlight the importance of family lineage and heritage.
Matthew 1:2-3
The mention of Joseph's sons connects to the genealogy of Jesus.