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King James Version
¶ And Joseph dwelt in Egypt, he, and his father's house: and Joseph lived an hundred and ten years.
Complete Jewish Bible
Yosef continued living in Egypt, he and his father's household. Yosef lived 110 years.
Berean Standard Bible
Now Joseph and his father’s household remained in Egypt, and Joseph lived to the age of 110.
American Standard Version
And Joseph dwelt in Egypt, he, and his father’s house: and Joseph lived a hundred and ten years.
World English Bible Messianic
Joseph lived in Egypt, he, and his father’s house. Joseph lived one hundred ten years.
Geneva Bible (1599)
So Ioseph dwelt in Egypt, he, and his fathers house: and Ioseph liued an hundreth and tenne yeere.
Young's Literal Translation
And Joseph dwelleth in Egypt, he and the house of his father, and Joseph liveth a hundred and ten years,
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Commentary on Genesis 50 verses 22–26
22 ¶ And Joseph dwelt in Egypt, he, and his father's house: and Joseph lived an hundred and ten years.
23 And Joseph saw Ephraim's children of the third generation: the children also of Machir the son of Manasseh were brought up upon Joseph's knees.
24 And Joseph said unto his brethren, I die: and God will surely visit you, and bring you out of this land unto the land which he sware to Abraham, to Isaac, and to Jacob.
25 And Joseph took an oath of the children of Israel, saying, God will surely visit you, and ye shall carry up my bones from hence.
26 So Joseph died, being an hundred and ten years old: and they embalmed him, and he was put in a coffin in Egypt.
Here is, I. The prolonging of Joseph's life in Egypt: he lived to be a hundred and ten years old, Gen 50:22. Having honoured his father, his days were long in the land which, for the present, God had given him; and it was a great mercy to his relations that God continued him so long, a support and comfort to them.
II. The building up of Joseph's family: he lived to see his great-grand-children by both his sons (Gen 50:23), and probably he saw his two sons solemnly owned as heads of distinct tribes, equal to any of his brethren. It contributes much to the comfort of aged parents if they see their posterity in a flourishing condition, especially if with it they see peace upon Israel, Psa 128:6.
III. The last will and testament of Joseph published in the presence of his brethren, when he saw his death approaching. Those that were properly his brethren perhaps were some of them dead before him, as several of them were older than he; but to those of them who yet survived, and to the sons of those who were gone, who stood up in their fathers' stead, he said this. 1. He comforted them with the assurance of their return to Canaan in due time: I die, but God will surely visit you, Gen 50:24. To this purport Jacob had spoken to him, Gen 48:21. Thus must we comfort others with the same comforts with which we ourselves have been comforted of God, and encourage them to rest on those promises which have been our support. Joseph was, under God, both the protector and the benefactor of his brethren; and what would become of them now that he was dying? Why, let this be their comfort, God will surely visit you. Note, God's gracious visits will serve to make up the loss of our best friends. They die; but we may live, and live comfortably, if we have the favour and presence of God with us. He bids them be confident: God will bring you out of this land, and therefore, (1.) They must not hope to settle there, nor look upon it as their rest for ever; they must set their hearts upon the land of promise, and call that their home. (2.) They must not fear sinking, and being ruined there; probably he foresaw the ill usage they would meet with there after his death, and therefore gives them this word of encouragement: "God will bring you in triumph out of this land at last." Herein he has an eye to the promise, Gen 15:13, Gen 15:14, and, in God's name, assures them of the performance of it. 2. For a confession of his own faith, and a confirmation of theirs, he charges them to keep him unburied till that day, that glorious day, should come, when they should be settled in the land of promise, v. 25. He makes them promise him with an oath that they would bury him in Canaan. In Egypt they buried their great men very honourably and with abundance of pomp; but Joseph prefers a significant burial in Canaan, and that deferred too almost 200 years, before a magnificent one in Egypt. Thus Joseph, by faith in the doctrine of the resurrection and the promise of Canaan, gave commandment concerning his bones, Heb 11:22. He dies in Egypt; but lays his bones at stake that God will surely visit Israel, and bring them to Canaan.
IV. The death of Joseph, and the reservation of his body for a burial in Canaan, Gen 50:26. He was put in a coffin in Egypt, but not buried till his children had received their inheritance in Canaan, Jos 24:32. Note, 1. If the separate soul, at death, do but return to its rest with God, the matter is not great though the deserted body find not at all, or not quickly, its rest in the grave. 2. Yet care ought to be taken of the dead bodies of the saints, in the belief of their resurrection; for there is a covenant with the dust, which shall be remembered, and a commandment is given concerning the bones.
Matthew Henry (1662–1714) — Commentary on the Whole Bible. This section covers verses 22–26. Public domain.
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SUMMARY
Genesis 50:22 provides a succinct yet profound conclusion to the life of Joseph and the patriarchal era, affirming his continued residence in Egypt alongside his entire family and noting his impressive lifespan of 110 years. This verse serves as a pivotal narrative bridge, decisively closing the foundational stories of Genesis while simultaneously setting the crucial stage for the burgeoning growth of the nascent nation of Israel within Egypt, thereby anticipating the dramatic events that will unfold in the subsequent book of Exodus.
CONTEXT
EXPOSITION AND ANALYSIS
Key Word Analysis
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Literary Devices
The verse employs several literary devices to convey its profound message. Conciseness is evident in the brief, factual statement that summarizes a significant period and outcome. This brevity, however, belies the deep theological and narrative implications. The verse functions as a powerful Summary, encapsulating the peaceful and prosperous end of Joseph's life and the secure establishment of his family. Crucially, it acts as a narrative Transition, definitively closing the Book of Genesis and preparing the reader for the dramatic shift to the national story of Israel in Exodus. The number "an hundred and ten years" carries Symbolism, representing the ideal lifespan in Egyptian culture, which, when applied to Joseph, underscores divine blessing and a life fully accomplished according to God's purpose. This symbolic detail reinforces Joseph's status as a highly favored individual, both by God and by the Egyptians.
THEOLOGICAL AND THEMATIC CONNECTIONS
Genesis 50:22 stands as a powerful testament to God's unwavering faithfulness to His covenant promises, particularly His commitment to preserve and multiply Abraham's descendants. Even in a foreign land, God meticulously guided circumstances through Joseph's life to ensure the survival and prosperity of His chosen family, laying the groundwork for their growth into a mighty nation. This verse underscores God's sovereign control over all human affairs, demonstrating how He uses both the good and the difficult experiences of individuals to fulfill His ultimate redemptive purposes, ultimately preparing a people through whom the Messiah would come.
REFLECTION AND APPLICATION
Genesis 50:22 offers a profound encouragement for believers today, reminding us that God's faithfulness endures through generations, even when circumstances seem to settle into long periods of waiting or foreign dwelling. Joseph's life, culminating in this peaceful end, exemplifies how unwavering faith, integrity, and radical forgiveness, even in the face of immense hardship and betrayal, can lead to a divinely blessed and purposeful existence. It encourages us to trust in God's perfect timing and His often hidden purposes, recognizing that even in periods of comfort or apparent stagnation, God may be orchestrating a larger, long-term plan for His people and for the world. Our lives, like Joseph's, have the potential to leave a lasting impact not just on our immediate families but on future generations, as we faithfully participate in God's unfolding redemptive narrative. We are called to live lives of integrity, to forgive those who wrong us, and to trust that God is always working for our good and for His glory, even when we cannot see the full picture.
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Why is Joseph's age of 110 years significant?
Answer: In ancient Egyptian culture, 110 years was considered the ideal lifespan, a symbol of a life fully lived, blessed with wisdom, prosperity, and completeness. It was a common wish for pharaohs and noblemen, signifying a highly favored and successful existence. For Joseph, this detail emphasizes the profound respect and honor he commanded in Egypt, reflecting the completeness of his divinely blessed life, marked by integrity and purpose. It signifies that he achieved a full and prosperous life, a testament to God's favor and the fulfillment of His promises, much like Moses, who also lived to a ripe old age, as recorded in Deuteronomy 34:7.
CHRIST-CENTERED FULFILLMENT
Joseph's life, culminating in his preservation of his family in Egypt, powerfully prefigures the redemptive work of Christ. Like Joseph, who was rejected by his own brothers and suffered unjustly, Jesus was despised and rejected by His own people, enduring immense suffering and crucifixion (Isaiah 53:3). Yet, just as Joseph was exalted to a position of ultimate power in Egypt, becoming the savior of his family and many nations, Christ was exalted by God to the highest place, given a name above every name, and became the ultimate deliverer, not just for a single family or nation, but for all humanity (Philippians 2:9-11). Joseph's role in sustaining his family in Egypt, enabling them to grow into the nation from whom the Messiah would ultimately come, points to Christ as the true sustainer and preserver of God's people, ensuring the fulfillment of God's redemptive plan through His own sacrificial life, death, and resurrection (John 1:29). Through Christ, God's "house" – the church – is preserved and multiplied, dwelling securely in Him, awaiting the ultimate return to the promised eternal inheritance (Ephesians 2:19-22).