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Book of Genesis - Chapter 41 - Verse 50

41:50
And unto Joseph were born two sons before the years of famine came, which Asenath the daughter of Potipherah priest of On bare unto him.

Meaning

The verse "And unto Joseph were born two sons before the years of famine came, which Asenath the daughter of Potipherah priest of On bare unto him." from Genesis 41:50 gives insight into the family life of Joseph, a key figure in the Bible. After enduring hardships such as betrayal by his brothers and being sold into slavery, Joseph rose to a position of power in Egypt. This verse highlights the blessings he received during this time, as his wife Asenath gave birth to two sons. These sons, Manasseh and Ephraim, would go on to become two of the twelve tribes of Israel. The birth of these sons symbolizes the restoration and prosperity that Joseph experienced after a period of struggle. It also emphasizes the importance of family and lineage in biblical narratives, as the descendants of Joseph would play significant roles in the history of the Israelites.

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