Even by the God of thy father, who shall help thee; and by the Almighty, who shall bless thee with blessings of heaven above, blessings of the deep that lieth under, blessings of the breasts, and of the womb:
The God of your father will help you, and the Almighty will bless you with blessings from the heavens above, blessings from the deep waters below, blessings of nursing mothers, and blessings of fertile wombs.
The writer is describing how God will abundantly bless someone with help and prosperity that covers every aspect of life - from the sky above to the earth below to human fertility and nurturing.
📚 Historical Context
In Genesis 49, Jacob is on his deathbed, offering prophetic blessings to his twelve sons as a way to pass on his legacy and God's promises. This verse specifically forms part of the blessing to Joseph, highlighting God's role as a helper and provider of abundant blessings in various aspects of life. It draws from the ancient patriarchal traditions where family leaders invoked divine favor to secure their descendants' future.
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