Genesis 45:21
Genesis 45:21 in Multiple Translations
So the sons of Israel did as they were told. Joseph gave them wagons as Pharaoh had instructed, and he also gave them provisions for their journey.
And the children of Israel did so: and Joseph gave them wagons, according to the commandment of Pharaoh, and gave them provision for the way.
And the sons of Israel did so: and Joseph gave them wagons, according to the commandment of Pharaoh, and gave them provision for the way.
And the children of Israel did as he said; and Joseph gave them carts as had been ordered by Pharaoh, and food for their journey.
So that's what the sons of Israel did. Joseph provided them with wagons, as Pharaoh had ordered. He also gave them supplies for their journey.
And the children of Israel did so: and Ioseph gaue them charets according to the commandement of Pharaoh: hee gaue them vitaile also for the iourney.
And the sons of Israel do so, and Joseph giveth waggons to them by the command of Pharaoh, and he giveth to them provision for the way;
The sons of Israel did so. Joseph gave them wagons, according to the commandment of Pharaoh, and gave them provision for the way.
And the children of Israel did so: and Joseph gave them wagons, according to the commandment of Pharaoh, and gave them provision for the way.
And the sons of Israel did as they were bid. And Joseph gave them wagons according to Pharao’s commandment: and provisions for the way.
Jacob’s sons did what the king suggested. Joseph gave them carts and food to eat along the way, as the king had ordered.
Then Jacob’s sons did those things that Pharaoh said. Joseph gave them some cows and trailers, just like Pharaoh told him to do, and he gave them some food to eat on the way home.
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Study Notes — Genesis 45:21
Context — Pharaoh Invites Jacob to Egypt
21So the sons of Israel did as they were told. Joseph gave them wagons as Pharaoh had instructed, and he also gave them provisions for their journey.
22He gave new garments to each of them, but to Benjamin he gave three hundred shekels of silver and five sets of clothes. 23And he sent to his father the following: ten donkeys loaded with the best of Egypt, and ten female donkeys loaded with grain and bread and provisions for his father’s journey.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Genesis 45:19 | You are also directed to tell them: ‘Take wagons from the land of Egypt for your young children and your wives, and bring your father and come back. |
| 2 | Ezekiel 23:24 | They will come against you with a host of peoples, with weapons, chariots, and wagons. They will array themselves against you on every side with buckler and shield and helmet. I will delegate judgment to them, and they will punish you according to their own standards. |
| 3 | Lamentations 1:18 | The LORD is righteous, for I have rebelled against His command. Listen, all you people; look upon my suffering. My young men and maidens have gone into captivity. |
| 4 | Numbers 7:3–9 | They brought as their offering before the LORD six covered carts and twelve oxen—an ox from each leader and a cart from every two leaders—and presented them before the tabernacle. And the LORD said to Moses, “Accept these gifts from them, that they may be used in the work of the Tent of Meeting. And give them to the Levites, to each man according to his service.” So Moses took the carts and oxen and gave them to the Levites. He gave the Gershonites two carts and four oxen, as their service required, and he gave the Merarites four carts and eight oxen, as their service required, all under the direction of Ithamar son of Aaron the priest. But he did not give any to the Kohathites, since they were to carry on their shoulders the holy objects for which they were responsible. |
| 5 | 2 Chronicles 35:16 | So on that day the entire service of the LORD was carried out for celebrating the Passover and offering burnt offerings on the altar of the LORD, according to the command of King Josiah. |
| 6 | Numbers 3:16 | So Moses numbered them according to the word of the LORD, as he had been commanded. |
| 7 | 2 Chronicles 8:13 | He observed the daily requirement for offerings according to the commandment of Moses for Sabbaths, New Moons, and the three annual appointed feasts—the Feast of Unleavened Bread, the Feast of Weeks, and the Feast of Tabernacles. |
| 8 | Exodus 17:1 | Then the whole congregation of Israel left the Desert of Sin, moving from place to place as the LORD commanded. They camped at Rephidim, but there was no water for the people to drink. |
| 9 | Ecclesiastes 8:2 | Keep the king’s command, I say, because of your oath before God. |
| 10 | Genesis 45:27 | However, when they relayed all that Joseph had told them, and when he saw the wagons that Joseph had sent to carry him back, the spirit of their father Jacob was revived. |
Genesis 45:21 Summary
Genesis 45:21 shows us how Joseph's brothers obeyed his instructions and prepared to move to Egypt. Joseph gave them wagons and food for their journey, just like Pharaoh had told him to do, as a way of showing God's care for them. This reminds us that God loves to provide for our needs, as Jesus teaches in Matthew 6:25-34, and that we can trust Him even when things seem uncertain. By following God's plan and trusting in His provision, we can experience His love and care in our own lives, just like Joseph and his family did.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Joseph give his brothers wagons and provisions?
Joseph gave his brothers wagons and provisions as instructed by Pharaoh, to help them on their journey and to provide for their families, as seen in Genesis 45:21 and also in Genesis 45:19 where Pharaoh's instructions are recorded.
What can we learn from Joseph's obedience to Pharaoh's instructions?
We can learn from Joseph's obedience that following authority and instructions can be a way of showing respect and trust in God's plan, as also seen in Romans 13:1-2 where we are instructed to submit to governing authorities.
How does this verse relate to the overall story of Joseph and his family?
This verse is part of the larger narrative of Joseph reconciling with his brothers and inviting his father Jacob to come and live in Egypt, as seen in Genesis 45:9-15 and Genesis 46:1-7.
What does this verse teach us about God's provision for His people?
This verse teaches us that God provides for His people's needs, as seen in the provisions given to Joseph's brothers, and is a reminder of God's care and love, as also stated in Matthew 6:25-34 where Jesus teaches about God's provision for our needs.
Reflection Questions
- How do I respond when God provides for me in unexpected ways, like Joseph's brothers experienced?
- What are some ways I can show obedience to God's plan for my life, just like Joseph followed Pharaoh's instructions?
- How can I trust God's provision for my needs, even when the future seems uncertain, as Jacob and his family faced when moving to Egypt?
- In what ways can I demonstrate love and care for my family, as Joseph showed his brothers and father in this verse?
Gill's Exposition on Genesis 45:21
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Adam Clarke's Commentary on Genesis 45:21
Sermons on Genesis 45:21
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(Genesis) Genesis 45:13-28 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the reunion of Joseph and his brothers. Joseph, who had been sold into slavery by his brothers, reveals his true identity to them and forgive |
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God's Work in the Darkness by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that entertainment is a substitute for true joy and that the glory of God needs to be restored. He mentions the importance of being anointed |
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(Through the Bible) Jeremiah 28-30 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of following God's path rather than pursuing worldly desires. He warns that the end result of following worldly desires is de |
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Commentary Notes - Lamentations by Walter Beuttler | Walter Beuttler preaches on the book of Lamentations, revealing God's love and sorrow for His people amidst chastisement. The prophet Jeremiah deeply empathizes with God's sorrow a |
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(Exodus) Exodus 17:1-7 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the concept of the smitten rock and its significance in relation to spiritual blessings. He emphasizes that although God has blessed us abund |
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Let Us Go On by T. Austin-Sparks | In this sermon, the speaker addresses a spiritual crisis that the Hebrews were facing. The crisis was characterized by a potential drift away from the full meaning and value of wha |
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Living a Life of Double Portion Pt. 2 by Carter Conlon | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of walking in the spirit and understanding the ways of God. He uses the story of Elisha to illustrate how the anointing upon h |






