And Jacob lived in the land of Egypt seventeen years: so the whole age of Jacob was an hundred forty and seven years.
Jacob vivió en Egipto diecisiete años. Cuando murió, tenía 147 años.
Jacob pasó sus últimos diecisiete años en Egipto y murió a los 147 años de edad.
📚 Contexto Histórico
In the biblical narrative, Jacob, also known as Israel, had moved to Egypt with his family during a severe famine, reuniting with his son Joseph, who had risen to a position of power in the Egyptian government. This relocation fulfilled earlier promises from God about the Israelites' future in a foreign land, as seen in the stories of Abraham and Isaac. The verse highlights the conclusion of Jacob's long life, emphasizing his age as a testament to God's providence in preserving the patriarchs through trials.
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