Topical Encyclopedia Jacob, also known as Israel, is a central patriarchal figure in the Hebrew Bible. He is the son of Isaac and Rebekah, the twin brother of Esau, and the father of the twelve tribes of Israel. The narrative of Jacob's life is primarily found in the Book of Genesis, where his journey from Canaan to Egypt marks a significant transition for the nascent nation of Israel.The assignment of the land of Goshen to Jacob and his family is a pivotal event in the biblical narrative, occurring during a time of severe famine. This event is detailed in Genesis 46-47, where Jacob, at the invitation of his son Joseph, relocates his entire household to Egypt. Joseph, who had risen to a position of great power as the vizier of Egypt, orchestrates this move to ensure the survival and prosperity of his family. Upon their arrival in Egypt, Joseph presents his family to Pharaoh. In Genesis 47:5-6 , Pharaoh speaks to Joseph, saying, "Your father and your brothers have come to you. The land of Egypt is before you; settle your father and brothers in the best part of the land. Let them dwell in the land of Goshen. And if you know of any among them with special ability, put them in charge of my own livestock." The land of Goshen, located in the eastern part of the Nile Delta, was fertile and well-suited for the pastoral lifestyle of Jacob's family. This region provided an ideal environment for their flocks and herds, ensuring their sustenance during the remaining years of famine. The assignment of Goshen to Jacob's family not only fulfilled God's promise to preserve them but also set the stage for their eventual growth into a great nation. Theologically, the relocation to Goshen is seen as part of God's providential plan. It underscores the theme of divine guidance and protection, as God had previously assured Jacob of His presence and blessing. In Genesis 46:3-4 , God speaks to Jacob in a vision, saying, "I am God, the God of your father. Do not be afraid to go down to Egypt, for I will make you into a great nation there. I will go down with you to Egypt, and I will surely bring you back again. And Joseph’s own hand will close your eyes." The settlement in Goshen also foreshadows the eventual Exodus, as the Israelites would later be enslaved in Egypt before God delivered them through Moses. This period in Goshen, therefore, represents both a time of refuge and a precursor to future trials and deliverance. In summary, the assignment of the land of Goshen to Jacob and his family is a significant event that highlights God's faithfulness and the unfolding of His redemptive plan for Israel. It serves as a testament to God's provision and the fulfillment of His promises to the patriarchs. Nave's Topical Index Genesis 47:11,12,27And Joseph placed his father and his brothers, and gave them a possession in the land of Egypt, in the best of the land, in the land of Rameses, as Pharaoh had commanded. 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The Book of Jubilees The First Chaldaean Empire and the Hyksos in Egypt The Reaction against Egypt The Hebrews and the Philistines --Damascus Resources Why does God refer to Himself as the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob? | GotQuestions.orgDid Jacob placing branches in front of his flock really result in the offspring being speckled and spotted? | GotQuestions.org What is the Pride of Jacob (Amos 8:7)? | GotQuestions.org Jacob: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Subtopics Iconoclasm: Destroyed by Jacob Jacob: Charges his Sons to Bury Him in the Field of Machpelah Jacob: Deborah, Rebekah's Nurse, Dies, and is Buried at Beth-El Jacob: Dissatisfied With Laban's Treatment and Returns to the Land of Canaan Jacob: Dreads to Meet Esau; Sends Him Presents; Wrestles With an Angel Jacob: Erects a Monument at Rachel's Grave Jacob: Esau Seeks to Kill, Escapes to Padan-Aram Jacob: Exacts a Promise from Joseph to Bury Him With his Forefathers Jacob: Fradulently Obtains his Father's Blessing Jacob: Given in Answer to Prayer Jacob: Gives the Land of the Amorites to Joseph Jacob: God Confirms the Covenant of Abraham To Jacob: Hears That Joseph is Still Alive Jacob: His Benediction Upon Joseph and his Two Sons Jacob: His Daughter, Dinah, is Raped Jacob: His Final Prophetic Benedictions Upon his Sons: Asher Jacob: His Final Prophetic Benedictions Upon his Sons: Benjamin Jacob: His Final Prophetic Benedictions Upon his Sons: Dan Jacob: His Final Prophetic Benedictions Upon his Sons: Gad Jacob: His Final Prophetic Benedictions Upon his Sons: Issachar Jacob: His Final Prophetic Benedictions Upon his Sons: Joseph Jacob: His Final Prophetic Benedictions Upon his Sons: Judah Jacob: His Final Prophetic Benedictions Upon his Sons: Naphtali Jacob: His Final Prophetic Benedictions Upon his Sons: Simeon and Levi Jacob: His Final Prophetic Benedictions Upon his Sons: Upon Reuben Jacob: His Final Prophetic Benedictions Upon his Sons: Zebulun Jacob: His Grief Over the Detention of Simeon and the Demand for Benjamin to be Taken Into Egypt Jacob: His Grief Over the Loss of Joseph Jacob: His Partiality for his Son, Joseph, and the Consequent Jealousy of his Other Sons Jacob: His Vision of the Ladder Jacob: Joseph's Prophetic Dream Concerning Jacob: Journeys to Shalem, where he Purchase a Parcel of Ground from Hamor and Erects an Altar Jacob: List of the Names of his Twelve Sons Jacob: Lives in Egypt for Seventeen Years Jacob: Lives in the Land of Canaan Jacob: Meets Angels of God on the Journey, and Calls the Place "Mahanaim" Jacob: Obtains Esau's Birthright for Just One Bowl of Stew Jacob: Pharaoh Receives Him, and is Blessed by Jacob Jacob: Prophecies Concerning Himself and his Descendants Jacob: Reconciliation of, With Esau Jacob: Returns to Arbah, the City of his Father Jacob: Returns to Beth-El, where he Builds an Altar, and Erects and Dedicates a Pillar Jacob: Sends to Egypt to Buy Corn (Grain) Jacob: Serves Fourteen Years for Leah and Rachel Jacob: Sharp Practice of, With the Flocks and Herds of Laban Jacob: Sojourns in Haran With his Uncle, Laban Jacob: Son of Isaac, and the Twin Brother of Esau Jacob: The Incest of his Son, Reuben, With his Concubine, Bilhah Jacob: The Land of Goshen Assigned To Jacob: The List of his Children and Grandchildren Who Went Down Into Egypt Related Terms |
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