Genesis 46:28
Genesis 46:28 in Multiple Translations
Now Jacob had sent Judah ahead of him to Joseph to get directions to Goshen. When Jacob’s family arrived in the land of Goshen,
¶ And he sent Judah before him unto Joseph, to direct his face unto Goshen; and they came into the land of Goshen.
And he sent Judah before him unto Joseph, to show the way before him unto Goshen; and they came into the land of Goshen.
Now he had sent Judah before him to Goshen, to get word from Joseph; and so they came to the land of Goshen.
Jacob sent Judah on ahead to meet Joseph and find out the way to Goshen. When they arrived in Goshen,
The he sent Iudah before him vnto Ioseph, to direct his way vnto Goshen, and they came into the land of Goshen.
And Judah he hath sent before him unto Joseph, to direct before him to Goshen, and they come into the land of Goshen;
Jacob sent Judah before him to Joseph, to show the way before him to Goshen, and they came into the land of Goshen.
And he sent Judah before him to Joseph, to direct his face to Goshen; and they came into the land of Goshen.
And he sent Juda before him to Joseph, to tell him; and that he should meet him in Gessen.
Jacob sent Judah to go ahead of the rest of them to talk with Joseph and ask for directions on how to travel to Goshen. Then Judah returned to the rest of his family and they all traveled to the Goshen region. When they arrived there,
Jacob and his family got near to Egypt country. Then Jacob said to his son Judah, “Go to Joseph, and say to him, ‘Please tell us how to get to the place called Goshen.’” And Judah did what Jacob said. Then Jacob and his family went to Goshen.
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Study Notes — Genesis 46:28
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- Cross References
- Genesis 46:28 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Genesis 46:28
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 46:28
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Genesis 46:28
- Trapp's Commentary on Genesis 46:28
- Ellicott's Commentary on Genesis 46:28
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Genesis 46:28
- Cambridge Bible on Genesis 46:28
- Whedon's Commentary on Genesis 46:28
- Sermons on Genesis 46:28
Context — Jacob Arrives in Egypt
28Now Jacob had sent Judah ahead of him to Joseph to get directions to Goshen. When Jacob’s family arrived in the land of Goshen,
29Joseph prepared his chariot and went there to meet his father Israel. Joseph presented himself to him, embraced him, and wept profusely. 30Then Israel said to Joseph, “Finally I can die, now that I have seen your face and know that you are still alive!”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Genesis 45:10 | You shall settle in the land of Goshen and be near me—you and your children and grandchildren, your flocks and herds, and everything you own. |
| 2 | Genesis 44:16–34 | “What can we say to my lord?” Judah replied. “How can we plead? How can we justify ourselves? God has exposed the iniquity of your servants. We are now my lord’s slaves—both we and the one who was found with the cup.” But Joseph replied, “Far be it from me to do this. The man who was found with the cup will be my slave. The rest of you may return to your father in peace.” Then Judah approached Joseph and said, “Sir, please let your servant speak personally to my lord. Do not be angry with your servant, for you are equal to Pharaoh himself. My lord asked his servants, ‘Do you have a father or a brother?’ And we answered, ‘We have an elderly father and a younger brother, the child of his old age. The boy’s brother is dead. He is the only one of his mother’s sons left, and his father loves him.’ Then you told your servants, ‘Bring him down to me so that I can see him for myself.’ So we said to my lord, ‘The boy cannot leave his father. If he were to leave, his father would die.’ But you said to your servants, ‘Unless your younger brother comes down with you, you will not see my face again.’ Now when we returned to your servant my father, we relayed your words to him. Then our father said, ‘Go back and buy us some food.’ But we answered, ‘We cannot go down there unless our younger brother goes with us. So if our younger brother is not with us, we cannot see the man.’ And your servant my father said to us, ‘You know that my wife bore me two sons. When one of them was gone, I said: “Surely he has been torn to pieces.” And I have not seen him since. Now if you also take this one from me and harm comes to him, you will bring my gray hair down to Sheol in sorrow.’ So if the boy is not with us when I return to your servant, and if my father, whose life is wrapped up in the boy’s life, sees that the boy is not with us, he will die. Then your servants will have brought the gray hair of your servant our father down to Sheol in sorrow. Indeed, your servant guaranteed the boy’s safety to my father, saying, ‘If I do not return him to you, I will bear the guilt before you, my father, all my life.’ Now please let your servant stay here as my lord’s slave in place of the boy. Let him return with his brothers. For how can I go back to my father without the boy? I could not bear to see the misery that would overwhelm him.” |
| 3 | Genesis 49:8 | Judah, your brothers shall praise you. Your hand shall be on the necks of your enemies; your father’s sons shall bow down to you. |
| 4 | Genesis 46:34–1 | — |
| 5 | Genesis 43:8 | And Judah said to his father Israel, “Send the boy with me, and we will go at once, so that we may live and not die—neither we, nor you, nor our children. |
| 6 | Genesis 31:21 | So he fled with all his possessions, crossed the Euphrates, and headed for the hill country of Gilead. |
Genesis 46:28 Summary
Genesis 46:28 tells us that Jacob sent Judah ahead to get directions to Goshen, where Joseph had instructed them to settle. This shows that Jacob was trusting in God's provision and guidance, just like he had been doing throughout his journey (as seen in Genesis 28:15 and Genesis 46:4). Jacob's trust in God is an example to us, reminding us to trust in God's sovereignty and guidance in our own lives (as encouraged in Proverbs 3:5-6). By following God's leading and trusting in His provision, we can experience the same kind of peace and assurance that Jacob did in Genesis 46:28.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Jacob send Judah ahead to Joseph in Genesis 46:28?
Jacob sent Judah ahead to get directions to Goshen, showing Jacob's desire to follow God's leading and Joseph's guidance, as seen in Genesis 46:28 and supported by Genesis 45:10 where Joseph instructed his brothers to settle in Goshen.
What is the significance of Goshen in the Bible?
Goshen was a region in Egypt where the Israelites were allowed to settle, as seen in Genesis 46:28, and it is also where they would eventually be protected from the plagues that God sent upon Egypt, as mentioned in Exodus 8:22 and Exodus 9:26.
How does Genesis 46:28 relate to the larger story of Joseph and his family?
Genesis 46:28 is a pivotal moment in the story of Joseph, as it marks the beginning of the reunion between Joseph and his father Jacob, which is a fulfillment of God's promise to Jacob in Genesis 28:15 and Genesis 46:4.
What can we learn about faith and trust from Jacob's actions in Genesis 46:28?
Jacob's decision to send Judah ahead to get directions to Goshen demonstrates his trust in God's provision and guidance, as well as his desire to follow God's will, which is a key theme throughout the book of Genesis, including Genesis 12:1-3 and Genesis 28:20-22.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I can demonstrate trust in God's guidance and provision in my own life, just like Jacob did in Genesis 46:28?
- How can I, like Jacob, balance my desire for control and planning with my need to trust in God's sovereignty and guidance?
- What are some times in my life when I have felt like I was being led to a new place or a new season, and how did I respond to that leading?
- How can I, like Joseph, use my position and influence to bless and care for my family and community, as seen in Genesis 46:28 and the surrounding verses?
Gill's Exposition on Genesis 46:28
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 46:28
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Genesis 46:28
Trapp's Commentary on Genesis 46:28
Ellicott's Commentary on Genesis 46:28
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Genesis 46:28
Cambridge Bible on Genesis 46:28
Whedon's Commentary on Genesis 46:28
Sermons on Genesis 46:28
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(Genesis) Genesis 46:26-28 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the individual importance of each person to God, despite the vast population of the world. The speaker compares the attention and knowledge p |
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God's Formula for Forgiveness by Jim Van Gelderen | In this sermon, the speaker shares a powerful story of a young man who witnessed his father's suicide at the age of five. Despite the tragedy, God used this experience to shape the |
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(Genesis) Genesis 44:16-17 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the 44th chapter of Genesis, which tells the story of Joseph and his brothers. The brothers have come to Egypt to buy corn, and Joseph tests |
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(Genesis) Genesis 49:8-10 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the prophecy of Balaam in Numbers 24:17, which refers to a star. The preacher connects this prophecy to the coming of Christ, who is describ |
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The Birth of Our Lord Jesus Christ by Ian Paisley | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the unity of the Bible, stating that it is one book despite being composed of many individual books. The sermon explores the theme of death |
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The Woman, the Dragon & the Male Child - Christmas Eve 2017 by Michael Flowers | In this sermon, the preacher explores the unseen story behind the rebellion against God and the cosmic realities surrounding the birth of Jesus Christ. The book of Revelation is hi |
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The Must of All Musts by Ian Paisley | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the unity of the Bible, despite it being a collection of 66 books. He highlights the deaths and death bed scenes of various individuals in t |




