Genesis 45:17 cpdv — And he told Joseph that he should command his brothers, saying: “ ‘Burden your beasts, and go into the land of Canaan,

Catholic Public Domain Version

"And he told Joseph that he should command his brothers, saying: “ ‘Burden your beasts, and go into the land of Canaan, "

— Genesis 45:17, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Genesis 45 — Context

14

And then falling upon the neck of his brother Benjamin, he embraced him and wept. And likewise, Benjamin wept at the same time on his neck.

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And Joseph kissed all his brothers, and he cried over each one. After this, they were emboldened to speak to him.

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And it was overheard, and the news spread by word throughout the king’s court. The brothers of Joseph had arrived, and Pharaoh was gladdened along with all his family.

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And he told Joseph that he should command his brothers, saying: “ ‘Burden your beasts, and go into the land of Canaan,

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and take from there your father and kindred, and come to me. And I will give you all the good things of Egypt, so that you may eat from the marrow of the land.’ ”

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“And you may even instruct that they take wagons from the land of Egypt, in order to transport their little ones as well as their wives. And say: ‘Take your father, and come quickly, as soon as possible.

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You need not give up anything from your household, for all the riches of Egypt will be yours.’ ”

Genesis 45:17 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Genesis 45:17 say?
Genesis 45:17 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “And he told Joseph that he should command his brothers, saying: “ ‘Burden your beasts, and go into the land of Canaan, ”
Where is Genesis 45:17 in the Bible?
Genesis 45:17 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 45, verse 17.
Who wrote Genesis?
Genesis is traditionally attributed to Moses (traditional). Anciently attributed to Moses; many modern scholars view Genesis as a compilation of older oral and written sources finalized in or after the Babylonian exile. It was written c. 1446–1406 BC.
What is the book of Genesis about?
Genesis is the book of beginnings — the origin of the universe, humanity, sin, and the covenant family God chose to bless the nations. It traces creation, the fall, the flood, and the lives of the patriarchs Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph, laying the foundation for the rest of Scripture and pointing forward to the redemption that comes through the promised seed.
What are the major themes of Genesis?
Genesis explores themes including Creation, Fall, Covenant, Faith, Family, Promise. These themes shape the meaning and context of Genesis 45:17.
What translation should I read Genesis 45:17 in?
Genesis 45:17 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Genesis 45:17?
Genesis 45:17 reads (CPDV): “And he told Joseph that he should command his brothers, saying: “ ‘Burden your beasts, and go into the land of Canaan, ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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