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Genesis 45:5

King James Version (KJV)

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Genesis 45:5

Verse 5 of 28

Scripture focus

Now therefore be not grieved, nor angry with yourselves, that ye sold me hither: for God did send me before you to preserve life.

Genesis 45:5 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on Genesis 45:5

Theological / Devotional

Be not grieved. Instinctively they shrank from Joseph’s presence, at the alarming truth that the mighty lord of Egypt was their brother. He assured them in the kindest of words that he had no intention of taking revenge on them. He could not avoid allusion to their former wickedness, but this was done in a spirit of charity and forgiveness.

God did send me. Joseph’s great-mindedness is clearly reflected here. God’s hand was evident in the strange experience that had made him, a favorite son, first a slave, then a prisoner, and finally ruler of Egypt. He might have justly rebuked his brothers, but instead he manifested sympathy and consideration toward them.

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