And Israel said unto Joseph, Behold, I die: but God shall be with you, and bring you again unto the land of your fathers.
And Israel said to Joseph, 'Look, I am dying, but God will be with you and bring you back to the land of your ancestors.'
Israel (Jacob) is reassuring Joseph that even though he's dying, God will remain with Joseph and eventually bring him back to their homeland.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Genesis, Jacob, also known as Israel, is on his deathbed and is blessing his sons and grandsons, including Joseph's children, Ephraim and Manasseh. He speaks to Joseph, his favored son, to reassure him that even after his passing, God will continue to protect and guide Joseph's descendants back to the promised land of their forefathers. This reflects the ongoing covenant promises God made to Abraham's family, underscoring themes of divine faithfulness amid human mortality.
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