And Pharaoh said, Go up, and bury thy father, according as he made thee swear.
And Pharaoh said, 'Go up and bury your father, just as he made you promise.'
Pharaoh is giving Joseph permission to leave Egypt and fulfill his promise to bury his father Jacob in the land of his ancestors.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Genesis, Joseph, who had risen to a position of great power in Egypt, is mourning the death of his father Jacob and seeking to fulfill his promise to bury him in the family tomb in Canaan. This event occurs after years of famine and reconciliation, where Joseph had already saved Egypt and his family from starvation through divine providence. Pharaoh's permission reflects the cultural emphasis on honoring oaths and burial customs in ancient Near Eastern societies, while also showing the political favor Joseph enjoyed.
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