Genesis 47:10
New International Version
Then Jacob blessed Pharaoh and went out from his presence.

New Living Translation
Then Jacob blessed Pharaoh again before leaving his court.

English Standard Version
And Jacob blessed Pharaoh and went out from the presence of Pharaoh.

Berean Standard Bible
Then Jacob blessed Pharaoh and departed from his presence.

King James Bible
And Jacob blessed Pharaoh, and went out from before Pharaoh.

New King James Version
So Jacob blessed Pharaoh, and went out from before Pharaoh.

New American Standard Bible
So Jacob blessed Pharaoh, and went out from his presence.

NASB 1995
And Jacob blessed Pharaoh, and went out from his presence.

NASB 1977
And Jacob blessed Pharaoh, and went out from his presence.

Legacy Standard Bible
And Jacob blessed Pharaoh and went out from the presence of Pharaoh.

Amplified Bible
And Jacob blessed Pharaoh, and departed from his presence.

Christian Standard Bible
So Jacob blessed Pharaoh and departed from Pharaoh’s presence.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
So Jacob blessed Pharaoh and departed from Pharaoh’s presence.

American Standard Version
And Jacob blessed Pharaoh, and went out from the presence of Pharaoh.

Contemporary English Version
Then Jacob gave the king his blessing once again and left.

English Revised Version
And Jacob blessed Pharaoh, and went out from the presence of Pharaoh.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Then Jacob blessed Pharaoh and left.

Good News Translation
Jacob gave the king a farewell blessing and left.

International Standard Version
Then Jacob blessed Pharaoh and then left the throne room.

Majority Standard Bible
Then Jacob blessed Pharaoh and departed from his presence.

NET Bible
Then Jacob blessed Pharaoh and went out from his presence.

New Heart English Bible
Then Jacob blessed Pharaoh and went out from Pharaoh?s presence.

Webster's Bible Translation
And Jacob blessed Pharaoh, and went out from before Pharaoh.

World English Bible
Jacob blessed Pharaoh, and went out from the presence of Pharaoh.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And Jacob blesses Pharaoh, and goes out from before Pharaoh.

Young's Literal Translation
And Jacob blesseth Pharaoh, and goeth out from before Pharaoh.

Smith's Literal Translation
And Jacob will bless Pharaoh, and he will go out from before Pharaoh.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And blessing the king, he went out.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And blessing the king, he went outside.

New American Bible
Then Jacob blessed Pharaoh and withdrew from his presence.

New Revised Standard Version
Then Jacob blessed Pharaoh, and went out from the presence of Pharaoh.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And Jacob blessed Pharaoh and went out from before Pharaoh.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And Yaquuv blessed Pharaoh and Yaquuv went out from before Pharaoh.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And Jacob blessed Pharaoh, and went out from the presence of Pharaoh.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And Jacob blessed Pharao, and departed from him.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Jacob Settles in Goshen
9“My travels have lasted 130 years,” Jacob replied. “My years have been few and hard, and they have not matched the years of the travels of my fathers.” 10Then Jacob blessed Pharaoh and departed from his presence. 11So Joseph settled his father and brothers in the land of Egypt and gave them property in the best part of the land, the district of Rameses, as Pharaoh had commanded.…

Cross References
Hebrews 7:7
And indisputably, the lesser is blessed by the greater.

Genesis 27:27-29
So he came near and kissed him. When Isaac smelled his clothing, he blessed him and said: “Ah, the smell of my son is like the smell of a field that the LORD has blessed. / May God give to you the dew of heaven and the richness of the earth—an abundance of grain and new wine. / May peoples serve you and nations bow down to you. May you be the master of your brothers, and may the sons of your mother bow down to you. May those who curse you be cursed, and those who bless you be blessed.”

Genesis 28:1-4
So Isaac called for Jacob and blessed him. “Do not take a wife from the Canaanite women,” he commanded. / “Go at once to Paddan-aram, to the house of your mother’s father Bethuel, and take a wife from among the daughters of Laban, your mother’s brother. / May God Almighty bless you and make you fruitful and multiply you, so that you may become a company of peoples. ...

Genesis 48:15-16
Then he blessed Joseph and said: “May the God before whom my fathers Abraham and Isaac walked, the God who has been my shepherd all my life to this day, / the angel who has redeemed me from all harm—may He bless these boys. And may they be called by my name and the names of my fathers Abraham and Isaac, and may they grow into a multitude upon the earth.”

Genesis 49:28
These are the tribes of Israel, twelve in all, and this was what their father said to them. He blessed them, and he blessed each one with a suitable blessing.

Numbers 6:23-27
“Tell Aaron and his sons: This is how you are to bless the Israelites. Say to them: / ‘May the LORD bless you and keep you; / may the LORD cause His face to shine upon you and be gracious to you; ...

Deuteronomy 33:1
This is the blessing that Moses the man of God pronounced upon the Israelites before his death.

1 Kings 8:14-15
And as the whole assembly of Israel stood there, the king turned around and blessed them all / and said: “Blessed be the LORD, the God of Israel, who has fulfilled with His own hand what He spoke with His mouth to my father David, saying,

1 Chronicles 29:10
Then David blessed the LORD in the sight of all the assembly and said: “May You be blessed, O LORD, God of our father Israel, from everlasting to everlasting.

Psalm 72:17
May his name endure forever; may his name continue as long as the sun shines. In him may all nations be blessed; may they call him blessed.

Psalm 128:5-6
May the LORD bless you from Zion, that you may see the prosperity of Jerusalem all the days of your life, / that you may see your children’s children. Peace be upon Israel!

Isaiah 65:16
Whoever invokes a blessing in the land will do so by the God of truth, and whoever takes an oath in the land will swear by the God of truth. For the former troubles will be forgotten and hidden from My sight.

Matthew 5:3-12
“Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. / Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. / Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth. ...

Luke 2:28-32
Simeon took Him in his arms and blessed God, saying: / “Sovereign Lord, as You have promised, You now dismiss Your servant in peace. / For my eyes have seen Your salvation, ...

Luke 24:50-51
When Jesus had led them out as far as Bethany, He lifted up His hands and blessed them. / While He was blessing them, He left them and was carried up into heaven.


Treasury of Scripture

And Jacob blessed Pharaoh, and went out from before Pharaoh.

Genesis 47:7
And Joseph brought in Jacob his father, and set him before Pharaoh: and Jacob blessed Pharaoh.

Genesis 14:19
And he blessed him, and said, Blessed be Abram of the most high God, possessor of heaven and earth:

Numbers 6:23-27
Speak unto Aaron and unto his sons, saying, On this wise ye shall bless the children of Israel, saying unto them, …

Jump to Previous
Blessed Blesseth Blessing Jacob Pharaoh Presence
Jump to Next
Blessed Blesseth Blessing Jacob Pharaoh Presence
Genesis 47
1. Joseph presents his father, and five of his brothers before Pharaoh.
11. He gives them habitation and maintenance.
13. He gets the Egyptian's money;
16. their cattle;
18. and their lands, except the priests', to Pharaoh.
23. He restores the land for a fifth.
28. Jacob's age.
29. He swears Joseph to bury him with his fathers.














Then Jacob blessed Pharaoh
Jacob, also known as Israel, is the patriarch of the Israelites. His blessing of Pharaoh is significant as it demonstrates the fulfillment of God's promise to Abraham that his descendants would be a blessing to the nations (Genesis 12:3). In the ancient Near Eastern context, blessings were powerful and often seen as conveying divine favor. Jacob, despite being a foreigner and a shepherd—an occupation despised by Egyptians—holds a position of spiritual authority in this encounter. This act of blessing also reflects the respect and gratitude Jacob has for Pharaoh, who has provided refuge and sustenance for his family during the famine. Theologically, this moment foreshadows the role of Israel as a light to the nations, a theme that is further developed in the prophetic literature (Isaiah 42:6).

and departed from his presence.
Jacob's departure from Pharaoh's presence marks the end of a significant encounter between the patriarch of the Israelites and the ruler of Egypt. This meeting underscores the peaceful coexistence and mutual respect between Jacob's family and the Egyptians at this time. Historically, this period of favor towards the Israelites in Egypt would eventually change, leading to their enslavement as described in Exodus. Theologically, Jacob's departure can be seen as a type of Christ, who, after blessing humanity through His life and sacrifice, ascended and departed from the earthly realm, promising to return. This departure also signifies the transient nature of earthly life and the pilgrim journey of God's people, a theme echoed throughout Scripture (Hebrews 11:13-16).

Persons / Places / Events
1. Jacob (Israel)
The patriarch of the Israelites, son of Isaac and Rebekah, and father of the twelve tribes of Israel. In this passage, he is an elderly man who has come to Egypt due to a famine in Canaan.

2. Pharaoh
The ruler of Egypt at the time. He is a powerful figure who has allowed Joseph, Jacob's son, to bring his family to Egypt to survive the famine.

3. Egypt
The land where Jacob and his family have come to reside during the famine. It is a place of refuge and provision for Jacob's family, thanks to Joseph's position.

4. Blessing
A significant act in Hebrew culture, often invoking God's favor and protection. Jacob's blessing of Pharaoh is a notable event, as it shows the respect and gratitude Jacob has for Pharaoh's kindness.

5. Departure
Jacob's leaving of Pharaoh's presence signifies the end of this particular interaction, highlighting the peaceful and respectful relationship between Jacob and Pharaoh.
Teaching Points
The Power of Blessing
Blessing others is a powerful act that can transcend cultural and religious boundaries. It is a way to express gratitude and invoke God's favor upon others.

Respect for Authority
Jacob's interaction with Pharaoh demonstrates respect for authority, even when one is in a foreign land. Christians are called to respect and pray for those in leadership.

Faith in Action
Jacob's blessing is an expression of his faith in God's promises. Believers are encouraged to act in faith, trusting in God's provision and plan.

Intergenerational Influence
Jacob's actions reflect the promises made to his grandfather Abraham. Our actions can have lasting impacts on future generations.

Gratitude in Relationships
Jacob's blessing of Pharaoh is an expression of gratitude. Cultivating a heart of gratitude can strengthen relationships and open doors for God's work.Verse 10. - And Jacob blessed Pharaoh (as he had done on entering the royal presence), -

CHAPTER 47:11:27

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Then Jacob
יַעֲקֹ֖ב (ya·‘ă·qōḇ)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3290: Jacob -- a son of Isaac, also his desc

blessed
וַיְבָ֥רֶךְ (way·ḇā·reḵ)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Piel - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1288: To kneel, to bless God, man, to curse

Pharaoh
פַּרְעֹ֑ה (par·‘ōh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 6547: Pharaoh -- a title of Egypt kings

and departed
וַיֵּצֵ֖א (way·yê·ṣê)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 3318: To go, bring, out, direct and proxim

from [his]
פַרְעֹֽה׃ (p̄ar·‘ōh)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 6547: Pharaoh -- a title of Egypt kings

presence.
מִלִּפְנֵ֥י (mil·lip̄·nê)
Preposition-m, Preposition-l | Noun - common plural construct
Strong's 6440: The face


Links
Genesis 47:10 NIV
Genesis 47:10 NLT
Genesis 47:10 ESV
Genesis 47:10 NASB
Genesis 47:10 KJV

Genesis 47:10 BibleApps.com
Genesis 47:10 Biblia Paralela
Genesis 47:10 Chinese Bible
Genesis 47:10 French Bible
Genesis 47:10 Catholic Bible

OT Law: Genesis 47:10 Jacob blessed Pharaoh and went out (Gen. Ge Gn)
Genesis 47:9
Top of Page
Top of Page