Genesis 46:23

King James Version:

(The Lord speaking is red text)

And the sons of Dan; Hushim.

Complete Jewish Bible:

The sons of Dan: Hushim.

Berean Standard Bible:

The son of Dan: Hushim.

American Standard Version:

And the sons of Dan: Hushim.

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

And the sons{H1121} of Dan{H1835}; Hushim{H2366}.

Cross-References (KJV):

Genesis 49:16

  • Dan shall judge his people, as one of the tribes of Israel.

Genesis 49:17

  • Dan shall be a serpent by the way, an adder in the path, that biteth the horse heels, so that his rider shall fall backward.

1 Chronicles 7:12

  • Shuppim also, and Huppim, the children of Ir, [and] Hushim, the sons of Aher.

Numbers 1:12

  • Of Dan; Ahiezer the son of Ammishaddai.

Genesis 30:6

  • And Rachel said, God hath judged me, and hath also heard my voice, and hath given me a son: therefore called she his name Dan.

1 Chronicles 12:35

  • And of the Danites expert in war twenty and eight thousand and six hundred.

Deuteronomy 33:22

  • ¶ And of Dan he said, Dan [is] a lion's whelp: he shall leap from Bashan.

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Commentary for Genesis 46:23

Genesis 46:23 is a part of the narrative where Jacob (Israel) is preparing to move his entire family to Egypt due to a severe famine. This verse specifically lists the sons of Dan, one of Jacob's twelve sons, with Hushim being mentioned as a descendant.

**Themes:**
1. **Genealogy and Identity:** The verse is part of a larger genealogical record, emphasizing the importance of familial lineage in the Israelite tradition. It establishes the identity and heritage of the tribe of Dan within the larger nation of Israel.
2. **God's Providence:** The detailed account of Jacob's family members going into Egypt underscores God's providence in the unfolding story of the Israelites. Despite the famine, God is guiding and protecting His people.
3. **Migration and Survival:** The broader context of this verse involves the migration of Jacob's family to Egypt to survive the famine, which is a pivotal moment in Israelite history, eventually leading to their enslavement and subsequent exodus.

**Historical Context:**
- **Time Period:** This event occurs during the life of Joseph, who had become a high-ranking official in Egypt, second only to Pharaoh. Joseph's position enabled him to provide for his family during the famine.
- **Egyptian Sojourn:** The migration marks the beginning of the Israelites' sojourn in Egypt, which will last for several generations until the time of Moses.
- **Tribal Foundations:** The listing of tribes and their members is foundational for understanding the later organization of the twelve tribes of Israel, each with its own distinct identity and role in the nation's history.

In summary, Genesis 46:23 is a verse that contributes to the genealogical record of the Israelites, highlighting God's hand in their preservation and setting the stage for the future formation of the twelve tribes of Israel during their time in Egypt.

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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)

  1. Strong's Number: H1121
    There are 3654 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: בֵּן
    Transliteration: bên
    Pronunciation: bane
    Description: from בָּנָה; a son (as a builder of the family name), in the widest sense (of literal and figurative relationship, including grandson, subject, nation, quality or condition, etc., (like father or brother), etc.); [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth.
  2. Strong's Number: H1835
    There are 64 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: דָּן
    Transliteration: Dân
    Pronunciation: dawn
    Description: from דִּין; judge; Dan, one of the sons of Jacob; also the tribe descended from him, and its territory; likewise a place in Palestine colonized by them; Daniel
  3. Strong's Number: H2366
    There are 4 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: חוּשִׁים
    Transliteration: Chûwshîym
    Pronunciation: khoo-sheem'
    Description: or חֻשִׁים; or חֻשִׁם; plural from חוּשׁ; hasters; Chushim, the name of three Israelites; Hushim.