King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
Moreover he kissed all his brethren, and wept upon them: and after that his brethren talked with him.
Complete Jewish Bible:
and he kissed all his brothers and wept on them. After that, his brothers talked with him.
Berean Standard Bible:
Joseph kissed each of his brothers as he wept over them. And afterward his brothers talked with him.
American Standard Version:
And he kissed all his brethren, and wept upon them: and after that his brethren talked with him.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
Moreover he kissed{H5401} all his brethren{H251}, and wept{H1058} upon them: and after{H310} that his brethren{H251} talked{H1696} with him.
Cross-References (KJV):
Luke 15:20
- And he arose, and came to his father. But when he was yet a great way off, his father saw him, and had compassion, and ran, and fell on his neck, and kissed him.
Acts 20:37
- And they all wept sore, and fell on Paul's neck, and kissed him,
Ruth 1:14
- And they lifted up their voice, and wept again: and Orpah kissed her mother in law; but Ruth clave unto her.
Exodus 4:27
- And the LORD said to Aaron, Go into the wilderness to meet Moses. And he went, and met him in the mount of God, and kissed him.
Genesis 29:11
- And Jacob kissed Rachel, and lifted up his voice, and wept.
Genesis 29:13
- And it came to pass, when Laban heard the tidings of Jacob his sister's son, that he ran to meet him, and embraced him, and kissed him, and brought him to his house. And he told Laban all these things.
Genesis 33:4
- And Esau ran to meet him, and embraced him, and fell on his neck, and kissed him: and they wept.
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Commentary for Genesis 45:15
Genesis 45:15 is part of the narrative where Joseph reveals his identity to his brothers in Egypt. The historical context of this verse is set within the story of Joseph, the favored son of Jacob (also known as Israel), who was sold into slavery by his jealous brothers. Joseph eventually rose to a position of power in Egypt, second only to Pharaoh, due to his ability to interpret dreams.
The themes present in this verse include:
1. **Forgiveness and Reconciliation**: Joseph's embrace and kisses for his brothers demonstrate his forgiveness for the wrongs they committed against him. His weeping indicates deep emotional release and the restoration of familial bonds.
2. **Family Loyalty**: Despite the brothers' past actions, Joseph's reaction shows that family ties remain strong, and he is eager to reconnect with his kin.
3. **Divine Providence**: The reunion of Joseph and his brothers is seen as part of God's plan to preserve the family of Israel during a time of famine, ultimately leading to the fulfillment of God's promises to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.
4. **Human Emotion**: The display of raw emotion—kissing, weeping, and talking—highlights the very human aspects of the biblical narrative, showing the characters as real people dealing with complex situations.
5. **Leadership and Humility**: Joseph's response to his brothers, despite his powerful position, reflects his humility and the strength of his character. He does not seek revenge but rather seeks to provide for his family and reconcile with them.
This verse is significant as it marks a turning point in the relationship between Joseph and his brothers, setting the stage for the eventual migration of Jacob's family to Egypt, where they would settle and grow into a nation. This migration would eventually lead to the Israelites' enslavement in Egypt and their deliverance under Moses, as recounted in the book of Exodus.
*This commentary is produced by Microsoft/WizardLM-2-8x22B AI model
Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H5401
There are 35 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: נָשַׁק
Transliteration: nâshaq
Pronunciation: naw-shak'
Description: a primitive root (identical with נָשַׂק, through the idea of fastening up; compare חָזַק, חָשַׁק); to kiss, literally or figuratively (touch); also (as a mode of attachment), to equip with weapons; armed (men), rule, kiss, that touched. - Strong's Number: H251
There are 636 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אָח
Transliteration: ʼâch
Pronunciation: awkh
Description: a primitive word; a brother (used in the widest sense of literal relationship and metaphorical affinity or resemblance (like father)); another, brother(-ly); kindred, like, other. Compare also the proper names beginning with 'Ah-' or 'Ahi-'. - Strong's Number: H1058
There are 100 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: בָּכָה
Transliteration: bâkâh
Pronunciation: baw-kaw'
Description: a primitive root; to weep; generally to bemoan; [idiom] at all, bewail, complain, make lamentation, [idiom] more, mourn, [idiom] sore, [idiom] with tears, weep. - Strong's Number: H310
There are 766 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אַחַר
Transliteration: ʼachar
Pronunciation: akh-ar'
Description: from אָחַר; properly, the hind part; generally used as an adverb or conjunction, after (in various senses); after (that, -ward), again, at, away from, back (from, -side), behind, beside, by, follow (after, -ing), forasmuch, from, hereafter, hinder end, [phrase] out (over) live, [phrase] persecute, posterity, pursuing, remnant, seeing, since, thence(-forth), when, with. - Strong's Number: H1696
There are 1050 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: דָבַר
Transliteration: dâbar
Pronunciation: daw-bar'
Description: a primitive root; perhaps properly, to arrange; but used figuratively (of words), to speak; rarely (in a destructive sense) to subdue; answer, appoint, bid, command, commune, declare, destroy, give, name, promise, pronounce, rehearse, say, speak, be spokesman, subdue, talk, teach, tell, think, use (entreaties), utter, [idiom] well, [idiom] work.