And to his father he sent after this manner; ten asses laden with the good things of Egypt, and ten she asses laden with corn and bread and meat for his father by the way.
And to his father he sent these things: ten donkeys loaded with the best goods from Egypt, and ten female donkeys loaded with grain, bread, and food for his father's journey.
Joseph sent his father Jacob generous supplies of Egyptian goods and food for the journey to Egypt.
📚 Historical Context
In the biblical narrative of Genesis, Joseph, who had been sold into slavery by his brothers, had risen to a high position in Egypt as Pharaoh's administrator during a widespread famine. His brothers traveled to Egypt seeking food, and after revealing his identity, Joseph sent generous provisions to his father Jacob in Canaan as an act of forgiveness and family reconciliation. This gesture highlights the themes of divine providence and restoration in the midst of hardship.
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