Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Jacob brought with him to Egypt his sons and grandsons and his daughters and granddaughters—all his offspring. New Living Translation sons and grandsons, daughters and granddaughters—all his descendants. English Standard Version his sons, and his sons’ sons with him, his daughters, and his sons’ daughters. All his offspring he brought with him into Egypt. Berean Standard Bible Jacob took with him to Egypt his sons and grandsons, and his daughters and granddaughters—all his offspring. Berean Literal Bible his sons, and the sons of his sons with him, and his daughters, and the daughters of his sons, and all his seed he brought with him to Egypt. King James Bible His sons, and his sons' sons with him, his daughters, and his sons' daughters, and all his seed brought he with him into Egypt. New King James Version His sons and his sons’ sons, his daughters and his sons’ daughters, and all his descendants he brought with him to Egypt. New American Standard Bible his sons and his grandsons with him, his daughters and his granddaughters, and all his descendants he brought with him to Egypt. NASB 1995 his sons and his grandsons with him, his daughters and his granddaughters, and all his descendants he brought with him to Egypt. NASB 1977 his sons and his grandsons with him, his daughters and his granddaughters, and all his descendants he brought with him to Egypt. Legacy Standard Bible his sons and his grandsons with him, his daughters and his granddaughters, and all his seed he brought with him to Egypt. Amplified Bible His sons and his grandsons, his daughters and his granddaughters, and all his descendants he brought with him to Egypt. Berean Annotated Bible Jacob took with him to Egypt (land of bondage) his sons and grandsons, and his daughters and granddaughters—all his offspring. Christian Standard Bible His sons and grandsons, his daughters and granddaughters, indeed all his offspring, he brought with him to Egypt. Holman Christian Standard Bible His sons and grandsons, his daughters and granddaughters, indeed all his offspring, he brought with him to Egypt. American Standard Version his sons, and his sons' sons with him, his daughters, and his sons' daughters, and all his seed brought he with him into Egypt. English Revised Version his sons, and his sons' sons with him, his daughters, and his sons' daughters, and all his seed brought he with him into Egypt. GOD'S WORD® Translation He had brought his sons, his grandsons, his daughters, and his granddaughters-his entire family. Good News Translation his sons, his grandsons, his daughters, and his granddaughters. International Standard Version including his sons, his grandsons, his daughters, and his granddaughters—every one of his descendants accompanied him to Egypt. NET Bible He brought with him to Egypt his sons and grandsons, his daughters and granddaughters--all his descendants. New Heart English Bible his sons, and his sons’ sons with him, his daughters, and his sons’ daughters, and he brought all his descendants with him to Egypt. Webster's Bible Translation His sons, and his sons' sons with him, his daughters, and his sons' daughters, and all his seed brought he with him into Egypt. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleJacob took with him to Egypt his sons and grandsons, and his daughters and granddaughters—all his offspring. World English Bible his sons, and his sons’ sons with him, his daughters, and his sons’ daughters, and he brought all his offspring with him into Egypt. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionhis sons, and his sons’ sons with him, his daughters, and his sons’ daughters, indeed, all his seed he brought with him into Egypt. Berean Literal Bible his sons, and the sons of his sons with him, and his daughters, and the daughters of his sons, and all his seed he brought with him to Egypt. Young's Literal Translation his sons, and his sons' sons with him, his daughters, and his sons' daughters, yea, all his seed he brought with him into Egypt. Smith's Literal Translation His sons, and his sons' sons with him, his daughters, and his sons' daughters, and all his seed, he brought with him to Egypt. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleHis sons, and grandsons, daughters, and all his offspring together. Catholic Public Domain Version his sons and his grandsons, his daughters and all his progeny together. New American Bible His sons and his grandsons, his daughters and his granddaughters—all his descendants—he took with him to Egypt. New Revised Standard Version his sons, and his sons’ sons with him, his daughters, and his sons’ daughters; all his offspring he brought with him into Egypt. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleHis sons and his grandsons, his daughters and his sons' daughters, and all his offspring he brought with him into Egypt. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated His sons and the sons of his sons with him, his daughters and the daughters of his sons, and all his seed he brought with him to Egypt. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917his sons, and his sons' sons with him, his daughters, and his sons' daughters, and all his seed brought he with him into Egypt. Brenton Septuagint Translation The sons, and the sons of his sons with him; his daughters, and the daughters of his daughters; and he brought all his seed into Egypt. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Jacob's Journey to Egypt…6They also took the livestock and possessions they had acquired in the land of Canaan, and Jacob and all his offspring went to Egypt. 7Jacob took with him to Egypt his sons and grandsons, and his daughters and granddaughters — all his offspring. Cross References Jacob took with him to Egypt Acts 7:15 So Jacob went down to Egypt, where he and our fathers died. Psalm 105:23 Then Israel entered Egypt; Jacob dwelt in the land of Ham. Genesis 15:13 Then the LORD said to Abram, “Know for certain that your descendants will be strangers in a land that is not their own, and they will be enslaved and mistreated four hundred years. his sons and grandsons, Exodus 1:1 These are the names of the sons of Israel who went to Egypt with Jacob, each with his family: Genesis 48:5-6 And now your two sons born to you in Egypt before I came to you here shall be reckoned as mine; Ephraim and Manasseh shall be mine, just as Reuben and Simeon are mine. / Any children born to you after them shall be yours, and they shall be called by the names of their brothers in the territory they inherit. Hebrews 11:21 By faith Jacob, when he was dying, blessed each of Joseph’s sons and worshiped as he leaned on the top of his staff. and his daughters and granddaughters— Genesis 31:43 But Laban answered Jacob, “These daughters are my daughters, these sons are my sons, and these flocks are my flocks! Everything you see is mine! Yet what can I do today about these daughters of mine or the children they have borne? Genesis 37:35 All his sons and daughters tried to comfort him, but he refused to be comforted. “No,” he said. “I will go down to Sheol mourning for my son.” So his father wept for him. Proverbs 17:6 Grandchildren are the crown of the aged, and the glory of a son is his father. all his offspring. Exodus 1:5 The descendants of Jacob numbered seventy in all, including Joseph, who was already in Egypt. Acts 7:14 Then Joseph sent for his father Jacob and all his relatives, seventy-five in all. Deuteronomy 10:22 Your fathers went down to Egypt, seventy in all, and now the LORD your God has made you as numerous as the stars in the sky. Genesis 45:9-11 Now return quickly to my father and tell him, ‘This is what your son Joseph says: God has made me lord of all Egypt. Come down to me without delay. / You shall settle in the land of Goshen and be near me—you and your children and grandchildren, your flocks and herds, and everything you own. / And there I will provide for you, because there will be five more years of famine. Otherwise, you and your household and everything you own will come to destitution.’ Genesis 47:11-12 So Joseph settled his father and brothers in the land of Egypt and gave them property in the best part of the land, the district of Rameses, as Pharaoh had commanded. / Joseph also provided his father and brothers and all his father’s household with food for their families. Genesis 50:22-23 Now Joseph and his father’s household remained in Egypt, and Joseph lived to the age of 110. / He saw Ephraim’s sons to the third generation, and indeed the sons of Machir son of Manasseh were brought up on Joseph’s knees. Genesis 28:13-15 And there at the top the LORD was standing and saying, “I am the LORD, the God of your father Abraham and the God of Isaac. I will give you and your descendants the land on which you now lie. / Your descendants will be like the dust of the earth, and you will spread out to the west and east and north and south. All the families of the earth will be blessed through you and your offspring. / Look, I am with you, and I will watch over you wherever you go, and I will bring you back to this land. For I will not leave you until I have done what I have promised you.” Treasury of Scripture His sons, and his sons' sons with him, his daughters, and his sons' daughters, and all his seed brought he with him into Egypt. no references for this verse. Jump to Previous Daughters Descendants Egypt Family Grandsons Offspring SeedJump to Next Daughters Descendants Egypt Family Grandsons Offspring SeedGenesis 46 1. Jacob is comforted by God at Beersheba.5. Thence he with his company goes into Egypt. 8. The number of his family that went into Egypt. 28. Joseph meets Jacob. 31. He instructs his brothers how to answer Pharaoh. Jacob took with him to Egypt This phrase marks a significant moment in the narrative of Jacob's life and the history of Israel. Jacob, also known as Israel, is moving his entire family to Egypt due to a severe famine in Canaan. This relocation fulfills God's promise to Abraham that his descendants would sojourn in a foreign land (Genesis 15:13). Egypt, a powerful and prosperous nation at the time, becomes a place of refuge. This move sets the stage for the Israelites' eventual enslavement and the subsequent Exodus, a pivotal event in biblical history. his sons and grandsons and his daughters and granddaughters all his offspring Persons / Places / Events 1. Jacob (Israel)The patriarch of the Israelite nation, who is moving his entire family to Egypt in response to Joseph's invitation and God's promise. 2. Sons and Grandsons The male descendants of Jacob, who are part of the fulfillment of God's promise to make Jacob's descendants a great nation. 3. Daughters and Granddaughters The female descendants of Jacob, included in the migration to Egypt, highlighting the importance of the entire family unit. 4. Egypt The land where Joseph has risen to power and where Jacob's family will find refuge during the famine. 5. Joseph Jacob's son, who has become a powerful leader in Egypt and is instrumental in bringing his family to safety. Teaching Points Faith in God's PromisesJacob's move to Egypt demonstrates his trust in God's promises, even when circumstances are uncertain. Believers are encouraged to trust God's plans for their lives. Family Unity and Legacy The inclusion of all of Jacob's offspring emphasizes the importance of family unity and the transmission of faith and values to future generations. God's Sovereignty in Difficult Times The migration to Egypt during a famine shows God's provision and sovereignty, reminding believers that God is in control even in challenging situations. Preparation for Future Deliverance This event sets the stage for the Exodus, illustrating how God prepares His people for future deliverance and fulfillment of His promises. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Genesis 46:7?2. How does Genesis 46:7 illustrate God's faithfulness in fulfilling His promises? 3. What can we learn about family unity from Jacob's journey in Genesis 46:7? 4. How does Jacob's move to Egypt connect with God's covenant in Genesis 12:1-3? 5. In what ways can we trust God during major life transitions, like Jacob's? 6. How can Genesis 46:7 inspire us to prioritize family in our spiritual journey? 7. How does Genesis 46:7 reflect God's promise to Jacob's descendants? 8. What historical evidence supports the migration described in Genesis 46:7? 9. How does Genesis 46:7 demonstrate God's faithfulness to His covenant? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Genesis 46? 11. What does the term 'Promised Land' refer to? 12. How do we reconcile Stephen's claim in Acts 7:14 that 75 people entered Egypt with Genesis 46:27, which specifies only 70? 13. How many people were in Jacob's family in Egypt? (Genesis 46:27 vs. Acts 7:14) 14. What archaeological or historical records support, or conflict with, the notion of Jacob's large family settling in Egypt (Genesis 46)? What Does Genesis 46:7 Mean Jacob took with him to Egypt– “So Jacob arose and went… ‘Do not be afraid to go down to Egypt, for I will make you a great nation there’ ” (Genesis 46:5-4; note God’s promise before the journey). – This move is an act of obedience and trust. Jacob leaves the land God promised yet clings to the God who promised it (compare Genesis 28:15; 31:3). – The relocation fulfills what God had foretold to Abraham—his descendants would be “strangers in a land that is not theirs” (Genesis 15:13) and eventually come out with great possessions (Exodus 12:35-36). – Jacob’s going “with” his family highlights his shepherd-like leadership; he will not send them ahead alone (contrast John 10:4). his sons and grandsons – Twelve sons already listed in Genesis 35:22-26 form the tribal foundations; the grandsons expand each clan. – By taking every male heir, Jacob ensures the covenant line continues undiluted (Exodus 1:1-7 echoes the list). – Joseph has called for them (Genesis 45:9-11), and Acts 7:14 reminds us that seventy-five in all were invited—Stephen’s sermon affirming the historicity. – Each name recorded in Genesis 46:8-25 is evidence that God keeps personal track of His people (Isaiah 43:1). and his daughters and granddaughters – Scripture seldom lists daughters, so their inclusion is striking. Dinah is known (Genesis 34), but “daughters” and “granddaughters” signals more than one female; they matter in God’s record. – Their presence means whole households are preserved, not just fighting men (Numbers 26:33; Joshua 17:3 show later female heirs). – God’s redemptive story values women: cf. Miriam (Exodus 15:20), Deborah (Judges 4-5), and later Mary (Luke 1:46-55). —all his offspring – Verse 27 totals “seventy” (Genesis 46:27), a symbolic fullness, echoed in Deuteronomy 10:22: “Your fathers went down to Egypt seventy in all, and now the LORD… has made you as numerous as the stars.” – “All” underscores none were left in Canaan; the budding nation relocates intact, setting the stage for Exodus 1:7: “the Israelites were fruitful… and became exceedingly numerous.” – God is faithful to multiply Abraham’s seed (Genesis 22:17) even in foreign soil (Psalm 105:23-24). summary Genesis 46:7 captures a complete, obedient migration. Jacob does not parcel out God’s promises but gathers every child and grandchild—sons, daughters, grandsons, granddaughters—trusting the Lord to preserve and multiply them in Egypt. The verse testifies that covenant families thrive when they move together under God’s guiding word. (7) His daughters.--See Note on Genesis 37:35.
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