Found 23286 Results for: Re
Therefore, Joseph bought all the land of Egypt, each one selling his possessions because of the magnitude of the famine. And he subjected it to Pharaoh, (Genesis 47, 20)
except the land of the priests, which had been delivered to them by the king. To these also a portion of food was supplied out of the public storehouses, and, for this reason, they were not compelled to sell their possessions. (Genesis 47, 22)
Therefore, Joseph said to the people: “So, as you discern, both you and your lands are possessed by Pharaoh; take seed and sow the fields, (Genesis 47, 23)
so that you may be able to have grain. One fifth part you will give to the king; the remaining four I permit to you, as seed and as food for your families and children. (Genesis 47, 24)
And they responded: “Our health is in your hand; only let our lord look kindly upon us, and we will serve the king with gladness.” (Genesis 47, 25)
From that time, even to the present day, in the entire land of Egypt, the fifth part is turned over to the kings, and it has become like a law, except in the land of the priests, which was free from this condition. (Genesis 47, 26)
And so, Israel lived in Egypt, that is, in the land of Goshen, and he possessed it. And he increased and was multiplied exceedingly. (Genesis 47, 27)
And he lived in it seventeen years. And all the days of his life that passed were one hundred and forty-seven years. (Genesis 47, 28)
But I shall sleep with my fathers, and you will carry me from this land and bury me in the sepulcher of my ancestors.” And Joseph answered him, “I will do what you have ordered.” (Genesis 47, 30)
And he said, “Then swear it to me.” And as he was swearing, Israel adored God, turning to the head of his resting place. (Genesis 47, 31)
After these things were done, it was reported to Joseph that his father was sick. And taking his two sons Manasseh and Ephraim, he went directly to him. (Genesis 48, 1)
And it was told to the old man, “Behold, your son Joseph is coming to you.” And being strengthened, he sat up in bed. (Genesis 48, 2)
