Genesis 48:12 cpdv — And when Joseph had taken them from his father’s lap, he reverenced prone on the ground.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"And when Joseph had taken them from his father’s lap, he reverenced prone on the ground. "

— Genesis 48:12, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Genesis 48 — Context

9

He responded, “They are my sons, whom God gave to me as a gift in this place.” “Bring them to me,” he said, “so that I may bless them.”

10

For Israel’s eyes were clouded by reason of his great age, and he was unable to see clearly. And when they were placed up against him, he kissed and embraced them.

11

And he said to his son: “I have not been cheated out of seeing you. Moreover, God has shown me your offspring.”

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And when Joseph had taken them from his father’s lap, he reverenced prone on the ground.

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And he placed Ephraim on his right, that is, towards the left hand of Israel. Yet truly Manasseh was on his left, namely, towards his father’s right hand. And he placed them both up against him.

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And he, extending his right hand, placed it over the head of Ephraim, the younger brother, but the left hand was on the head of Manasseh, who was the elder, so that his hands were crossed.

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And Jacob blessed the sons of Joseph, and he said: “God, in whose sight my fathers, Abraham and Isaac, walked; God, who pastured me from my youth until the present day;

Genesis 48:12 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Genesis 48:12 say?
Genesis 48:12 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “And when Joseph had taken them from his father’s lap, he reverenced prone on the ground. ”
Where is Genesis 48:12 in the Bible?
Genesis 48:12 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 48, verse 12.
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 48:12.
What translation should I read Genesis 48:12 in?
Genesis 48:12 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 48:12?
Genesis 48:12 reads (CPDV): “And when Joseph had taken them from his father’s lap, he reverenced prone on the ground. ” 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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