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Genesis 45:23

Genesis 45:23 in Multiple Translations

And 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.

And to his father he sent after this manner; ten asses laden with the good things of Egypt, and ten she asses laden with corn and bread and meat for his father by the way.

And to his father he sent after this manner: ten asses laden with the good things of Egypt, and ten she-asses laden with grain and bread and provision for his father by the way.

And to his father he sent ten asses with good things from Egypt on their backs, and ten she-asses with grain and bread and food for his father on the journey.

Joseph also sent to his father the following: ten donkeys carrying the best things from Egypt, and ten female donkeys carrying grain and bread and supplies needed for his father's journey.

And vnto his father likewise hee sent ten hee asses laden with the best things of Egypt, and ten shee asses laden with wheate, and bread and meate for his father by the way.

and to his father he hath sent thus: ten asses bearing of the good things of Egypt, and ten she-asses bearing corn and bread, even food for his father for the way.

He sent the following to his father: ten donkeys loaded with the good things of Egypt, and ten female donkeys loaded with grain and bread and provision for his father by the way.

And to his father he sent after this manner; ten asses laden with the good things of Egypt, and ten she-asses laden with corn and bread and meat, for his father by the way.

Sending to his father as much money and raiment, adding besides ten he asses to carry off all the riches of Egypt, and as many she asses, carrying wheat and bread for the journey.

And this is what he sent to his father: Ten male donkeys, loaded with some of the best goods that come from Egypt, and ten female donkeys loaded with grain and bread and other food for his father’s trip to Egypt.

Joseph wanted to send some presents to his father too. So he got 10 male donkeys, and he got some really good things from Egypt country, and he put those good things into bags, and he put those bags on the donkeys to send them to his father. Joseph also got 10 female donkeys to send to his father, and he got wheat seeds, and bread, and lots of other food, and he put all that food into bags, and he put those bags on those 10 female donkeys. Joseph wanted to send that food to his father, so that his father could eat it on the way back to Egypt.

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Genesis 45:23 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB וּ/לְ/אָבִ֞י/ו שָׁלַ֤ח כְּ/זֹאת֙ עֲשָׂרָ֣ה חֲמֹרִ֔ים נֹשְׂאִ֖ים מִ/טּ֣וּב מִצְרָ֑יִם וְ/עֶ֣שֶׂר אֲתֹנֹ֡ת נֹֽ֠שְׂאֹת בָּ֣ר וָ/לֶ֧חֶם וּ/מָז֛וֹן לְ/אָבִ֖י/ו לַ/דָּֽרֶךְ
וּ/לְ/אָבִ֞י/ו ʼâb H1 father Conj | Prep | N-ms | Suff
שָׁלַ֤ח shâlach H7971 to send V-Qal-Perf-3ms
כְּ/זֹאת֙ zôʼth H2063 this Prep | Pron
עֲשָׂרָ֣ה ʻeser H6235 ten Adj
חֲמֹרִ֔ים chămôwr H2543 donkey N-cp
נֹשְׂאִ֖ים nâsâʼ H5375 to lift V-Qal
מִ/טּ֣וּב ṭûwb H2898 goodness Prep | N-ms
מִצְרָ֑יִם Mitsrayim H4714 Egypt N-proper
וְ/עֶ֣שֶׂר ʻeser H6235 ten Conj | Adj
אֲתֹנֹ֡ת ʼâthôwn H860 she-ass N-fp
נֹֽ֠שְׂאֹת nâsâʼ H5375 to lift V-Qal
בָּ֣ר bâr H1250 grain N-ms
וָ/לֶ֧חֶם lechem H3899 food Conj | N-cs
וּ/מָז֛וֹן mâzôwn H4202 food Conj | N-ms
לְ/אָבִ֖י/ו ʼâb H1 father Prep | N-ms | Suff
לַ/דָּֽרֶךְ derek H1870 way Prep | N-cs
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Hebrew Word Reference — Genesis 45:23

וּ/לְ/אָבִ֞י/ו ʼâb H1 "father" Conj | Prep | N-ms | Suff
In Hebrew, this word means father, whether literal or figurative. It is used to describe God as the father of his people, as well as human fathers like Abraham. The word is about a paternal relationship or authority.
Definition: 1) father of an individual 2) of God as father of his people 3) head or founder of a household, group, family, or clan 4) ancestor 4a) grandfather, forefathers - of person 4b) of people 5) originator or patron of a class, profession, or art 6) of producer, generator (fig.) 7) of benevolence and protection (fig.) 8) term of respect and honour 9) ruler or chief (spec.) Also means: av (אַב "father" H0002)
Usage: Occurs in 1060 OT verses. KJV: chief, (fore-) father(-less), [idiom] patrimony, principal. Compare names in 'Abi-'. See also: Genesis 2:24; Genesis 42:37; Leviticus 19:3.
שָׁלַ֤ח shâlach H7971 "to send" V-Qal-Perf-3ms
To send or depart is the meaning of this Hebrew word, which has various applications in the Bible. It can describe sending someone or something away, or letting something go.
Definition: : depart/send 1) to send, send away, let go, stretch out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to send 1a2) to stretch out, extend, direct 1a3) to send away 1a4) to let loose 1b) (Niphal) to be sent 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to send off or away or out or forth, dismiss, give over, cast out 1c2) to let go, set free 1c3) to shoot forth (of branches) 1c4) to let down 1c5) to shoot 1d) (Pual) to be sent off, be put away, be divorced, be impelled 1e) (Hiphil) to send
Usage: Occurs in 790 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] any wise, appoint, bring (on the way), cast (away, out), conduct, [idiom] earnestly, forsake, give (up), grow long, lay, leave, let depart (down, go, loose), push away, put (away, forth, in, out), reach forth, send (away, forth, out), set, shoot (forth, out), sow, spread, stretch forth (out). See also: Genesis 3:22; Exodus 9:27; Joshua 14:11.
כְּ/זֹאת֙ zôʼth H2063 "this" Prep | Pron
This Hebrew word means this or that, often used to point out something specific. It appears in various forms throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: 1) this, this one, here, which, this...that, the one...the other, such 1a) (alone) 1a1) this one 1a2) this...that, the one...the other, another 1b) (appos to subst) 1b1) this 1c) (as predicate) 1c1) this, such 1d) (enclitically) 1d1) then 1d2) who, whom 1d3) how now, what now 1d4) what now 1d5) wherefore now 1d6) behold here 1d7) just now 1d8) now, now already 1e) (poetry) 1e1) wherein, which, those who 1f) (with prefixes) 1f1) in this (place) here, then 1f2) on these conditions, herewith, thus provided, by, through this, for this cause, in this matter 1f3) thus and thus 1f4) as follows, things such as these, accordingly, to that effect, in like manner, thus and thus 1f5) from here, hence, on one side...on the other side 1f6) on this account 1f7) in spite of this, which, whence, how
Usage: Occurs in 570 OT verses. KJV: hereby (-in, -with), it, likewise, the one (other, same), she, so (much), such (deed), that, therefore, these, this (thing), thus. See also: Genesis 2:23; Numbers 7:88; Judges 1:27.
עֲשָׂרָ֣ה ʻeser H6235 "ten" Adj
This Hebrew word means the number ten, often used in combination with other numbers to describe larger quantities, such as in the story of the ten commandments in Exodus 20. It is commonly translated as 'ten' in the KJV.
Definition: 1) ten 1a) ten 1b) with other numbers Aramaic equivalent: a.sar (עֲשַׂר "ten" H6236)
Usage: Occurs in 157 OT verses. KJV: ten, (fif-, seven-) teen. See also: Genesis 5:14; 1 Kings 6:3; Isaiah 5:10.
חֲמֹרִ֔ים chămôwr H2543 "donkey" N-cp
The Hebrew word for a male donkey, it is translated as he ass in the KJV Bible. The name comes from the animal's reddish-brown color.
Definition: (he) ass
Usage: Occurs in 93 OT verses. KJV: (he) ass. See also: Genesis 12:16; Judges 6:4; Proverbs 26:3.
נֹשְׂאִ֖ים nâsâʼ H5375 "to lift" V-Qal
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to lift or raise something, and it's used in many ways, like lifting a burden or raising someone's status. It appears in books like Genesis and Isaiah, often talking about God lifting people up. It's about supporting or carrying something or someone.
Definition: : raise/take_up 1) to lift, bear up, carry, take 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to lift, lift up 1a2) to bear, carry, support, sustain, endure 1a3) to take, take away, carry off, forgive 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be lifted up, be exalted 1b2) to lift oneself up, rise up 1b3) to be borne, be carried 1b4) to be taken away, be carried off, be swept away 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to lift up, exalt, support, aid, assist 1c2) to desire, long (fig.) 1c3) to carry, bear continuously 1c4) to take, take away 1d) (Hithpael) to lift oneself up, exalt oneself 1e) (Hiphil) 1e1) to cause one to bear (iniquity) 1e2) to cause to bring, have brought
Usage: Occurs in 609 OT verses. KJV: accept, advance, arise, (able to, (armor), suffer to) bear(-er, up), bring (forth), burn, carry (away), cast, contain, desire, ease, exact, exalt (self), extol, fetch, forgive, furnish, further, give, go on, help, high, hold up, honorable ([phrase] man), lade, lay, lift (self) up, lofty, marry, magnify, [idiom] needs, obtain, pardon, raise (up), receive, regard, respect, set (up), spare, stir up, [phrase] swear, take (away, up), [idiom] utterly, wear, yield. See also: Genesis 4:13; Numbers 4:2; 1 Samuel 14:3.
מִ/טּ֣וּב ṭûwb H2898 "goodness" Prep | N-ms
This Hebrew word describes goodness, beauty, or gladness, emphasizing the positive aspects of something. It is used in various books, including Psalms and Proverbs. This word highlights the best or most excellent qualities of something.
Definition: 1) goods, good things, goodness 1a) good things 1b) goods, property 1c) fairness, beauty, joy, prosperity, goodness (abstract) 1d) goodness (of taste, discernment) 1e) goodness (of God) (abstract)
Usage: Occurs in 31 OT verses. KJV: fair, gladness, good(-ness, thing, -s), joy, go well with. See also: Genesis 24:10; Psalms 27:13; Psalms 25:7.
מִצְרָ֑יִם Mitsrayim H4714 "Egypt" N-proper
This word means Egypt, a country in northeastern Africa, and is used in the Bible to describe the land and its people. It appears in books like Genesis and Isaiah, often referring to the Nile River and the Egyptians. Egypt is an important setting for many biblical events.
Definition: § Egypt = "land of the Copts" a country at the northeastern section of Africa, adjacent to Palestine, and through which the Nile flows Egyptians = "double straits" adj 2) the inhabitants or natives of Egypt
Usage: Occurs in 569 OT verses. KJV: Egypt, Egyptians, Mizraim. See also: Genesis 10:6; Exodus 6:13; Exodus 34:18.
וְ/עֶ֣שֶׂר ʻeser H6235 "ten" Conj | Adj
This Hebrew word means the number ten, often used in combination with other numbers to describe larger quantities, such as in the story of the ten commandments in Exodus 20. It is commonly translated as 'ten' in the KJV.
Definition: 1) ten 1a) ten 1b) with other numbers Aramaic equivalent: a.sar (עֲשַׂר "ten" H6236)
Usage: Occurs in 157 OT verses. KJV: ten, (fif-, seven-) teen. See also: Genesis 5:14; 1 Kings 6:3; Isaiah 5:10.
אֲתֹנֹ֡ת ʼâthôwn H860 "she-ass" N-fp
A female donkey is referred to by this Hebrew word, which emphasizes the animal's gentle nature. It appears in Genesis 12:16 and 31:34, describing the donkeys owned by Abraham and Jacob.
Definition: she-ass, she-donkey
Usage: Occurs in 28 OT verses. KJV: (she) ass. See also: Genesis 12:16; Judges 5:10; Zechariah 9:9.
נֹֽ֠שְׂאֹת nâsâʼ H5375 "to lift" V-Qal
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to lift or raise something, and it's used in many ways, like lifting a burden or raising someone's status. It appears in books like Genesis and Isaiah, often talking about God lifting people up. It's about supporting or carrying something or someone.
Definition: : raise/take_up 1) to lift, bear up, carry, take 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to lift, lift up 1a2) to bear, carry, support, sustain, endure 1a3) to take, take away, carry off, forgive 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be lifted up, be exalted 1b2) to lift oneself up, rise up 1b3) to be borne, be carried 1b4) to be taken away, be carried off, be swept away 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to lift up, exalt, support, aid, assist 1c2) to desire, long (fig.) 1c3) to carry, bear continuously 1c4) to take, take away 1d) (Hithpael) to lift oneself up, exalt oneself 1e) (Hiphil) 1e1) to cause one to bear (iniquity) 1e2) to cause to bring, have brought
Usage: Occurs in 609 OT verses. KJV: accept, advance, arise, (able to, (armor), suffer to) bear(-er, up), bring (forth), burn, carry (away), cast, contain, desire, ease, exact, exalt (self), extol, fetch, forgive, furnish, further, give, go on, help, high, hold up, honorable ([phrase] man), lade, lay, lift (self) up, lofty, marry, magnify, [idiom] needs, obtain, pardon, raise (up), receive, regard, respect, set (up), spare, stir up, [phrase] swear, take (away, up), [idiom] utterly, wear, yield. See also: Genesis 4:13; Numbers 4:2; 1 Samuel 14:3.
בָּ֣ר bâr H1250 "grain" N-ms
In Aramaic, 'bar' refers to a field of grain, like wheat or corn. It can also describe the open countryside. This term is used in books like Daniel, where it describes rural areas.
Definition: corn, grain
Usage: Occurs in 14 OT verses. KJV: corn, wheat. See also: Genesis 41:35; Psalms 72:16; Psalms 65:14.
וָ/לֶ֧חֶם lechem H3899 "food" Conj | N-cs
This Hebrew word refers to food, especially bread or grain. It's used throughout the Bible to describe meals, sacrifices, and daily life, highlighting the importance of food in ancient Israelite culture.
Definition: : food(eating) 1) bread, food, grain 1a) bread 1a1) bread 1a2) bread-corn 1b) food (in general)
Usage: Occurs in 277 OT verses. KJV: (shew-) bread, [idiom] eat, food, fruit, loaf, meat, victuals. See also: Genesis 3:19; 1 Samuel 20:34; Psalms 14:4.
וּ/מָז֛וֹן mâzôwn H4202 "food" Conj | N-ms
Food or sustenance is what we need to survive, and the Hebrew word mazon refers to the act of eating or the food itself. It is also translated as meat or victual.
Definition: food, sustenance Aramaic equivalent: ma.zon (מָזוֹן "food" H4203)
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: meat, victual. See also: Genesis 45:23; 2 Chronicles 11:23.
לְ/אָבִ֖י/ו ʼâb H1 "father" Prep | N-ms | Suff
In Hebrew, this word means father, whether literal or figurative. It is used to describe God as the father of his people, as well as human fathers like Abraham. The word is about a paternal relationship or authority.
Definition: 1) father of an individual 2) of God as father of his people 3) head or founder of a household, group, family, or clan 4) ancestor 4a) grandfather, forefathers - of person 4b) of people 5) originator or patron of a class, profession, or art 6) of producer, generator (fig.) 7) of benevolence and protection (fig.) 8) term of respect and honour 9) ruler or chief (spec.) Also means: av (אַב "father" H0002)
Usage: Occurs in 1060 OT verses. KJV: chief, (fore-) father(-less), [idiom] patrimony, principal. Compare names in 'Abi-'. See also: Genesis 2:24; Genesis 42:37; Leviticus 19:3.
לַ/דָּֽרֶךְ derek H1870 "way" Prep | N-cs
Derek refers to a road or path, and can also mean a way of life or manner of action. It is often used to describe a journey or direction, and can be used figuratively to describe a person's character or moral path.
Definition: : road/route 1) way, road, distance, journey, manner 1a) road, way, path 1b) journey 1c) direction 1d) manner, habit, way 1e) of course of life (fig.) 1f) of moral character (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 626 OT verses. KJV: along, away, because of, [phrase] by, conversation, custom, (east-) ward, journey, manner, passenger, through, toward, (high-) (path-) way(-side), whither(-soever). See also: Genesis 3:24; Deuteronomy 28:29; 1 Kings 15:34.

Study Notes — Genesis 45:23

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1 Genesis 24:10 Then the servant took ten of his master’s camels and departed with all manner of good things from his master in hand. And he set out for Nahor’s hometown in Aram-naharaim.
2 Exodus 16:3 “If only we had died by the LORD’s hand in the land of Egypt!” they said. “There we sat by pots of meat and ate our fill of bread, but you have brought us into this desert to starve this whole assembly to death!”
3 Genesis 43:11 Then their father Israel said to them, “If it must be so, then do this: Put some of the best products of the land in your packs and carry them down as a gift for the man—a little balm and a little honey, spices and myrrh, pistachios and almonds.

Genesis 45:23 Summary

[Genesis 45:23 shows us that Joseph, who had become a powerful leader in Egypt, wanted to take care of his father Jacob and make sure he had everything he needed for his journey. Joseph sent ten donkeys loaded with the best of Egypt, as well as grain, bread, and provisions, to provide for his father's needs, demonstrating his love and care for his family. This act of kindness reminds us of God's promise to provide for us, as seen in Psalm 23:1, and teaches us to prioritize our family's well-being, as instructed in Ephesians 6:1-4. By trusting in God's provision, we can show love and care for our families, just like Joseph did.]

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the significance of the ten donkeys loaded with the best of Egypt in Genesis 45:23?

The ten donkeys loaded with the best of Egypt signify Joseph's wealth and provision, as well as his desire to bless his father Jacob, as seen in Genesis 45:23. This act of generosity is a reflection of God's provision and care for His people, as promised in Psalm 23:1.

Why did Joseph send grain, bread, and provisions for his father's journey in Genesis 45:23?

Joseph sent grain, bread, and provisions for his father's journey to ensure Jacob's safe travel and to provide for his needs, demonstrating Joseph's love and care for his family, as also seen in 1 Timothy 5:8.

How does Genesis 45:23 relate to the broader theme of God's provision in the Bible?

Genesis 45:23 illustrates God's provision and care for His people, as Joseph, a faithful servant of God, provides for his father's journey, reflecting the promise in Philippians 4:19 that God will supply all our needs according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus.

What can we learn from Joseph's actions in Genesis 45:23 about showing love and care for our families?

Joseph's actions in Genesis 45:23 demonstrate the importance of showing love and care for our families, as he provides for his father's needs, teaching us to prioritize our family's well-being, as instructed in Ephesians 6:1-4 and 1 Timothy 5:8.

Reflection Questions

  1. How can I, like Joseph, show love and care for my family and friends through acts of generosity and provision?
  2. What are some ways I can trust in God's provision and care for me, just as Jacob trusted in Joseph's provision for his journey?
  3. How can I apply the principle of providing for others, as seen in Genesis 45:23, to my own life and relationships?
  4. What does Genesis 45:23 teach me about the importance of hospitality and caring for the physical needs of others?
  5. How can I reflect God's character of love and provision, as seen in Genesis 45:23, in my interactions with others?

Gill's Exposition on Genesis 45:23

And to his father he sent after this [manner],.... Or "according to" this (l); either in like manner, as he gave his brethren change of raiment, c.

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 45:23

And to his father he sent after this manner; ten asses laden with the good things of Egypt, and ten she asses laden with corn and bread and meat for his father by the way.

Matthew Poole's Commentary on Genesis 45:23

After this manner; Heb. according to this. What? Either what went before, changes of raiment, or what follows, ten asses, & c. Or, contend, one with another, each vindicating himself, and laying the blame upon his brother.

Trapp's Commentary on Genesis 45:23

Genesis 45:23 And to his father he sent after this [manner]; ten asses laden with the good things of Egypt, and ten she asses laden with corn and bread and meat for his father by the way.Ver. 23. After this manner.] Not the same that he gave Benjamin, as some sense it; but as followeth in the text.

Ellicott's Commentary on Genesis 45:23

(23) Meat.—Heb., food, victual, the usual meaning of meat in our version.

Adam Clarke's Commentary on Genesis 45:23

Verse 23. Meat for his father by the way.] מזון mazon, from זן zan, to prepare, provide, c. Hence prepared meat, some made-up dish, delicacies, confectionaries, c. As the word is used, 2 Chronicles 16:14, for aromatic preparations, it may be restrained in its meaning to something of that kind here. In Asiatic countries they have several curious methods of preserving flesh by potting, by which it may be kept for any reasonable length of time sweet and wholesome. Some delicacy, similar to the savoury food which Isaac loved, may be here intended and this was sent to Jacob in consideration of his age, and to testify the respect of his son. Of other kinds of meat he could need none, as he had large herds, and could kill a lamb, kid, sheep, or goat, whenever he pleased.

Whedon's Commentary on Genesis 45:23

23. Ten asses laden with the good things of Egypt — “These presents to his aged father were in princely profusion, as was fitting the rank of the highest subject of Pharaoh, calculated to impress

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