Genesis 50:6
Genesis 50:6 in Multiple Translations
Pharaoh replied, “Go up and bury your father, as he made you swear to do.”
And Pharaoh said, Go up, and bury thy father, according as he made thee swear.
And Pharaoh said, Go up, and bury thy father, according as he made thee swear.
And Pharaoh said, Go up and put your father to rest, as you gave your oath to him.
Pharaoh replied, “Go and bury your father as he made you swear to do.”
Then Pharaoh said, Goe vp and bury thy father, as he made thee to sweare.
and Pharaoh saith, 'Go up and bury thy father, as he caused thee to swear.'
Pharaoh said, “Go up, and bury your father, just like he made you swear.”
And Pharaoh said, Go up, and bury thy father, according as he made thee swear.
And Pharao said to him: Go up and bury thy father according as he made thee swear.
After they gave the king the message, he replied, “Tell Joseph, ‘Go up and bury your father’s body, as you ◄swore/solemnly promised► that you would do.’”
So Pharaoh’s workers went to Pharaoh, and they said everything Joseph asked them to say. And Pharaoh told them to say to Joseph, “Yes, you can go to Canaan country, and you can bury your father there, just like you promised him.”
Berean Amplified Bible — Genesis 50:6
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Genesis 50:6 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יֹּ֖אמֶר
פַּרְעֹ֑ה
עֲלֵ֛ה
וּ/קְבֹ֥ר
אֶת
אָבִ֖י/ךָ
כַּ/אֲשֶׁ֥ר
הִשְׁבִּיעֶֽ/ךָ
וַ/יֹּ֖אמֶר
ʼâmar
H559
to say
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
פַּרְעֹ֑ה
Parʻôh
H6547
Pharaoh
N-proper
עֲלֵ֛ה
ʻâlâh
H5927
to ascend
V-Qal-Impv-2ms
וּ/קְבֹ֥ר
qâbar
H6912
to bury
Conj | V-Qal-Impv-2ms
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
אָבִ֖י/ךָ
ʼâb
H1
father
N-ms | Suff
כַּ/אֲשֶׁ֥ר
ʼăsher
H834
which
Prep | Rel
הִשְׁבִּיעֶֽ/ךָ
shâbaʻ
H7650
to swear
V-Hiphil-Perf-3ms | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Genesis 50:6
וַ/יֹּ֖אמֶר
ʼâmar
H559
"to say"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
This Hebrew word means to say or speak, and it's used in many different ways in the Bible. It can mean to command, promise, or think, and it's translated in the KJV as 'answer', 'appoint', or 'command'.
Definition: 1) to say, speak, utter 1a) (Qal) to say, to answer, to say in one's heart, to think, to command, to promise, to intend 1b) (Niphal) to be told, to be said, to be called 1c) (Hithpael) to boast, to act proudly 1d) (Hiphil) to avow, to avouch Aramaic equivalent: a.mar (אֲמַר "to say" H0560)
Usage: Occurs in 4337 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, avouch, bid, boast self, call, certify, challenge, charge, [phrase] (at the, give) command(-ment), commune, consider, declare, demand, [idiom] desire, determine, [idiom] expressly, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] intend, name, [idiom] plainly, promise, publish, report, require, say, speak (against, of), [idiom] still, [idiom] suppose, talk, tell, term, [idiom] that is, [idiom] think, use (speech), utter, [idiom] verily, [idiom] yet. See also: Genesis 1:3; Genesis 18:23; Genesis 25:32.
פַּרְעֹ֑ה
Parʻôh
H6547
"Pharaoh"
N-proper
In the Bible, Pharaoh refers to the king of Egypt, a powerful leader with great authority. The word is used in many passages, including Genesis 12:15 and Exodus 1:9, to describe the ruler of Egypt. It is a title of respect and power.
Definition: A man of the Egyptians living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Ki.23.29; also called Pharaoh at 2Ki.23.35 etc.; Another name of ne.kho (נְכוֹ "Neco" H5224G) § Pharaoh = "great house" the common title of the king of Egypt
Usage: Occurs in 230 OT verses. KJV: Pharaoh. See also: Genesis 12:15; Exodus 6:29; 2 Kings 23:35.
עֲלֵ֛ה
ʻâlâh
H5927
"to ascend"
V-Qal-Impv-2ms
To ascend means to go up or rise, like the smoke from an altar going up to God, as described in many Bible passages, including Leviticus and Psalms.
Definition: : rise/go 1) to go up, ascend, climb 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to go up, ascend 1a2) to meet, visit, follow, depart, withdraw, retreat 1a3) to go up, come up (of animals) 1a4) to spring up, grow, shoot forth (of vegetation) 1a5) to go up, go up over, rise (of natural phenomenon) 1a6) to come up (before God) 1a7) to go up, go up over, extend (of boundary) 1a8) to excel, be superior to 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be taken up, be brought up, be taken away 1b2) to take oneself away 1b3) to be exalted 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to bring up, cause to ascend or climb, cause to go up 1c2) to bring up, bring against, take away 1c3) to bring up, draw up, train 1c4) to cause to ascend 1c5) to rouse, stir up (mentally) 1c6) to offer, bring up (of gifts) 1c7) to exalt 1c8) to cause to ascend, offer 1d) (Hophal) 1d1) to be carried away, be led up 1d2) to be taken up into, be inserted in 1d3) to be offered 1e) (Hithpael) to lift oneself
Usage: Occurs in 817 OT verses. KJV: arise (up), (cause to) ascend up, at once, break (the day) (up), bring (up), (cause to) burn, carry up, cast up, [phrase] shew, climb (up), (cause to, make to) come (up), cut off, dawn, depart, exalt, excel, fall, fetch up, get up, (make to) go (away, up); grow (over) increase, lay, leap, levy, lift (self) up, light, (make) up, [idiom] mention, mount up, offer, make to pay, [phrase] perfect, prefer, put (on), raise, recover, restore, (make to) rise (up), scale, set (up), shoot forth (up), (begin to) spring (up), stir up, take away (up), work. See also: Genesis 2:6; Exodus 34:4; Joshua 7:6.
וּ/קְבֹ֥ר
qâbar
H6912
"to bury"
Conj | V-Qal-Impv-2ms
To bury means to inter or lay someone to rest, often in a grave or tomb. This word is used throughout the Bible to describe the act of burying the dead, and is translated as bury in the KJV.
Definition: 1) to bury 1a) (Qal) to bury 1b) (Niphal) to be buried 1c) (Piel) to bury, bury (in masses) 1d) (Pual) to be buried
Usage: Occurs in 122 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] in any wise, bury(-ier). See also: Genesis 15:15; 1 Kings 14:31; Psalms 79:3.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
אָבִ֖י/ךָ
ʼâb
H1
"father"
N-ms | Suff
In Hebrew, this word means father, whether literal or figurative. It is used to describe God as the father of his people, as well as human fathers like Abraham. The word is about a paternal relationship or authority.
Definition: 1) father of an individual 2) of God as father of his people 3) head or founder of a household, group, family, or clan 4) ancestor 4a) grandfather, forefathers - of person 4b) of people 5) originator or patron of a class, profession, or art 6) of producer, generator (fig.) 7) of benevolence and protection (fig.) 8) term of respect and honour 9) ruler or chief (spec.) Also means: av (אַב "father" H0002)
Usage: Occurs in 1060 OT verses. KJV: chief, (fore-) father(-less), [idiom] patrimony, principal. Compare names in 'Abi-'. See also: Genesis 2:24; Genesis 42:37; Leviticus 19:3.
כַּ/אֲשֶׁ֥ר
ʼăsher
H834
"which"
Prep | Rel
This Hebrew word is a conjunction that connects ideas and events in the Bible, like in the book of Genesis, where it's used to describe the relationship between God and His creation.
Definition: A: 1) (relative part.) 1a) which, who 1b) that which 2) (conj) 2a) that (in obj clause) 2b) when 2c) since 2d) as 2e) conditional if B: Beth+ 1) in (that) which 2) (adv) 2a) where 3) (conj) 3a) in that, inasmuch as 3b) on account of C: Mem+ 1) from (or than) that which 2) from (the place) where 3) from (the fact) that, since D: Kaph+ 1) (conj.), according as, as, when 1a) according to that which, according as, as 1b) with a causal force: in so far as, since 1c) with a temporal force: when
Usage: Occurs in 4440 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, [idiom] alike, as (soon as), because, [idiom] every, for, [phrase] forasmuch, [phrase] from whence, [phrase] how(-soever), [idiom] if, (so) that ((thing) which, wherein), [idiom] though, [phrase] until, [phrase] whatsoever, when, where ([phrase] -as, -in, -of, -on, -soever, -with), which, whilst, [phrase] whither(-soever), who(-m, -soever, -se). As it is indeclinable, it is often accompanied by the personal pronoun expletively, used to show the connection. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 20:9; Genesis 31:16.
הִשְׁבִּיעֶֽ/ךָ
shâbaʻ
H7650
"to swear"
V-Hiphil-Perf-3ms | Suff
This Hebrew word means to swear an oath, like making a promise or vow. In the Bible, it is used when someone is making a serious promise, often with God as a witness. The KJV translates it as adjure or take an oath.
Definition: 1) to swear, adjure 1a) (Qal) sworn (participle) 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to swear, take an oath 1b2) to swear (of Jehovah by Himself) 1b3) to curse 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to cause to take an oath 1c2) to adjure
Usage: Occurs in 175 OT verses. KJV: adjure, charge (by an oath, with an oath), feed to the full (by mistake for H7646 (שָׂבַע)), take an oath, [idiom] straitly, (cause to, make to) swear. See also: Genesis 21:23; Judges 21:18; Psalms 15:4.
Study Notes — Genesis 50:6
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Context — Mourning and Burial for Jacob
4When the days of mourning had passed, Joseph said to Pharaoh’s court, “If I have found favor in your eyes, please tell Pharaoh that
5my father made me swear an oath when he said, ‘I am about to die. You must bury me in the tomb that I dug for myself in the land of Canaan.’ Now let me go and bury my father, and then return.”
6Pharaoh replied, “Go up and bury your father, as he made you swear to do.”
7Then Joseph went to bury his father, and all the servants of Pharaoh accompanied him—the elders of Pharaoh’s household and all the elders of the land of Egypt— 8along with all of Joseph’s household, and his brothers, and his father’s household. Only their children and flocks and herds were left in Goshen.Cross References
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| 1 | Genesis 48:21 | Then Israel said to Joseph, “Look, I am about to die, but God will be with you and bring you back to the land of your fathers. |
Genesis 50:6 Summary
In this verse, Pharaoh gives Joseph permission to go bury his father in the land of Canaan, just like Joseph had promised his father he would do. This shows that Pharaoh was a kind and respectful leader who cared about Joseph's family. It also reminds us of the importance of keeping our promises, just like Joseph did, as seen in Genesis 50:5. By honoring our commitments and respecting those in authority over us, we can demonstrate our love and obedience to God, as taught in Ephesians 6:1-3 and Colossians 3:20.
Frequently Asked Questions
What oath did Joseph's father make him swear?
According to Genesis 50:5, Joseph's father made him swear to bury him in the tomb that he dug for himself in the land of Canaan, which is also mentioned in Genesis 47:29-31 and Genesis 49:29-32.
Why did Pharaoh give Joseph permission to bury his father?
Pharaoh gave Joseph permission to bury his father because he wanted to honor Joseph's oath to his father and show respect for Joseph's family, as seen in Genesis 50:6.
What does this verse reveal about Pharaoh's character?
This verse reveals that Pharaoh was a gracious and respectful ruler, willing to accommodate Joseph's request to bury his father, which demonstrates his kindness and compassion, similar to what is seen in Genesis 45:16-20.
How does this event relate to God's larger plan for Joseph's family?
This event is part of God's larger plan to fulfill His promises to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, as mentioned in Genesis 12:1-3, Genesis 15:1-21, and Genesis 28:10-22, and to ultimately bring the Israelites to the Promised Land.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I can honor my own family members and keep the promises I have made to them, just like Joseph did?
- How can I demonstrate respect and kindness to those in authority over me, like Pharaoh showed to Joseph?
- What are some times in my life when I have had to balance my obligations to my family with my responsibilities to others, and how did I navigate those situations?
- In what ways can I trust in God's sovereignty and provision, even in difficult circumstances, like Joseph did throughout his life?
Gill's Exposition on Genesis 50:6
And Pharaoh said,.... To Joseph, by the courtiers that waited upon him at Joseph's request, who having delivered it to him had this answer: go up, and bury thy father, as he made thee swear; the oath
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 50:6
And Pharaoh said, Go up, and bury thy father, according as he made thee swear. No JFB commentary on this verse.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Genesis 50:6
The heathens by the light of nature discovered the sacredness of an oath, and the wickedness of perjury.
Trapp's Commentary on Genesis 50:6
Genesis 50:6 And Pharaoh said, Go up, and bury thy father, according as he made thee swear.Ver. 6. As he made thee swear.] Oaths must be religiously kept, even those that are private, betwixt friend and friend. For, although whatsoever is more than yea and nay, in our ordinary communication, is evil, yet a private oath, as betwixt Boaz and Ruth, so it be sparingly and warily used, is not unlawful. For in serious and weighty affairs, if it be lawful in private to admit God as a judge, why may he not as well be called to witness and to avenge? But this only in case of necessity, when yea and nay will not be taken.
Sermons on Genesis 50:6
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Genesis #25 Ch. 46-48 & 50 Jacob's & Joseph's Faith by Chuck Missler | In this sermon, Chuck Missler discusses Genesis chapters 46, 47, 48, and 50. He highlights the provision of God for His people, as seen in Pharaoh giving the land of Goshen to the |
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Our Rock by G.W. North | In this sermon, the speaker addresses the audience and asks them to reflect on their identity and purpose. They emphasize the power of thoughts, emotions, and the body in shaping o |
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God With Us by C.H. Spurgeon | C.H. Spurgeon emphasizes the profound assurance found in the promise 'God shall be with you,' as spoken by Jacob to Joseph. He reflects on the comfort that comes when loved ones de |