Genesis Chapter 50

Genesis 50 Bible Verse

Explore this passage of Scripture with its full text and meaning. Read these 50 Bible verses from Genesis and discover their timeless wisdom.

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1. Joseph fell on his father"s face, wept on him, and kissed him. 2. Joseph commanded his servants, the physicians, to embalm his father; and the physicians embalmed Israel. 3. Forty days were used for him, for that is how many days it takes to embalm. The Egyptians wept for Israel for seventy days. 4. When the days of weeping for him were past, Joseph spoke to Pharaoh"s staff, saying, "If now I have found favor in your eyes, please speak in the ears of Pharaoh, saying, 5. "My father made me swear, saying, "Behold, I am dying. Bury me in my grave which I have dug for myself in the land of Canaan." Now therefore, please let me go up and bury my father, and I will come again."" 6. Pharaoh said, "Go up, and bury your father, just like he made you swear." 7. Joseph went up to bury his father; and with him went up all the servants of Pharaoh, the elders of his house, all the elders of the land of Egypt, 8. all the house of Joseph, his brothers, and his father"s house. Only their little ones, their flocks, and their herds, they left in the land of Goshen. 9. Both chariots and horsemen went up with him. It was a very great company. 10. They came to the threshing floor of Atad, which is beyond the Jordan, and there they lamented with a very great and severe lamentation. He mourned for his father seven days. 11. When the inhabitants of the land, the Canaanites, saw the mourning in the floor of Atad, they said, "This is a grievous mourning by the Egyptians." Therefore its name was called Abel Mizraim, which is beyond the Jordan. 12. His sons did to him just as he commanded them, 13. for his sons carried him into the land of Canaan, and buried him in the cave of the field of Machpelah, which Abraham bought with the field, as a possession for a burial site, from Ephron the Hittite, near Mamre. 14. Joseph returned into Egypt—he, and his brothers, and all that went up with him to bury his father, after he had buried his father. 15. When Joseph"s brothers saw that their father was dead, they said, "It may be that Joseph will hate us, and will fully pay us back for all the evil which we did to him." 16. They sent a message to Joseph, saying, "Your father commanded before he died, saying, 17. "You shall tell Joseph, "Now please forgive the disobedience of your brothers, and their sin, because they did evil to you."" Now, please forgive the disobedience of the servants of the God of your father." Joseph wept when they spoke to him. 18. His brothers also went and fell down before his face; and they said, "Behold, we are your servants." 19. Joseph said to them, "Don"t be afraid, for am I in the place of God? 20. As for you, you meant evil against me, but God meant it for good, to save many people alive, as is happening today. 21. Now therefore don"t be afraid. I will provide for you and your little ones." He comforted them, and spoke kindly to them. 22. Joseph lived in Egypt, he, and his father"s house. Joseph lived one hundred ten years. 23. Joseph saw Ephraim"s children to the third generation. The children also of Machir, the son of Manasseh, were born on Joseph"s knees. 24. Joseph said to his brothers, "I am dying, but God will surely visit you, and bring you up out of this land to the land which he swore to Abraham, to Isaac, and to Jacob." 25. Joseph took an oath from the children of Israel, saying, "God will surely visit you, and you shall carry up my bones from here." 26. So Joseph died, being one hundred ten years old, and they embalmed him, and he was put in a coffin in Egypt.

Key Themes and Application

Background

This chapter of Scripture reveals important truths about God's character and His relationship with His people. The 50 Bible verses in this passage offer wisdom that applies to our daily lives.

Main Message

This passage contains timeless wisdom that speaks to believers across generations.

Life Application

  • Read these verses slowly and prayerfully, asking God to speak to you
  • Consider how this passage applies to your current circumstances
  • Journal about what God is teaching you through this Scripture
  • Share these insights with friends or in a small group setting

Reflection Questions

  • What stands out to you most in these 50 Bible verses?
  • How does this passage challenge or encourage you today?
  • What is God inviting you to do or believe through this Scripture?
  • Who in your life needs to hear the message of these verses?

About These 50 Bible Verses

Reading the Bible is more than just checking off a task on your list. When you open these 50 Bible verses from Genesis, you are entering into a conversation with God that has spanned thousands of years.

This chapter of Scripture invites you to slow down and listen. The words on these pages have comforted, challenged, and guided countless believers throughout history. As you read this passage, remember that God speaks through His Word to meet you right where you are.

Many people find it helpful to read these verses multiple times. First, read to understand the overall message. Then read again to notice specific words or phrases that stand out. Finally, read once more asking God to show you how this Scripture applies to your life today.

Why Study This Passage?

For Personal Growth

These 50 Bible verses offer wisdom for your journey. As you meditate on this passage, God uses His Word to shape your character, deepen your faith, and guide your decisions.

For Group Study

This chapter provides rich material for discussion. Reading these Bible verses with others allows you to gain new perspectives and encourage one another in faith.

For Teaching and Preaching

Pastors and teachers find in this passage timeless truths to share. The themes in these verses speak to people of all ages and backgrounds.

For Prayer and Worship

Let these words become your prayer. As you read, turn the verses into conversations with God, thanking Him for His promises and seeking His guidance.

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