And Pharaoh said, Go up, and bury thy father, according as he made thee swear.
Parallel translations
- WEB Pharaoh said, “Go up, and bury your father, just like he made you swear.”
- BSB Pharaoh replied, “Go up and bury your father, as he made you swear to do.”
- NKJV And Pharaoh said, “Go up and bury your father, as he made you swear.”
- NASB Pharaoh said, “Go up and bury your father, as he made you swear.”
- NLT Pharaoh agreed to Joseph’s request. “Go and bury your father, as he made you promise,” he said.
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Quick answer
Pharaoh grants Joseph permission to go up and bury his father as he swore.
Overview
Pharaoh honors both the oath and Joseph's request, releasing him to fulfill his father's wish. God's providence moves even the most powerful ruler to favor His people's purposes. The scene shows the Lord smoothing the path for His covenant promises to be honored.
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Cross-references · 1
- Gen 48:21And Israel said unto Joseph, Behold, I die: but God shall be with you, and bring you again unto the land of your fathers.
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