Genesis 45 - Introduction

A.M. 2297. B.C. 1707.

Joseph, finding his brethren humbled for their sins, mindful of himself, (for Judah had mentioned him twice in his speech,) respectful to their father, and very tender of their brother Benjamin; and perceiving that they were now ripe for the comfort he designed them, makes himself known to them. This was to them as clear shining after rain; nay, it was as life from the dead. Here is,

( 1,) Joseph's discovery of himself to his brethren, and his discourse with them upon that occasion, Genesis 45:1.

(2,) The orders Pharaoh gave to fetch Jacob and his family down to Egypt, and Joseph's despatch of his brethren back to his father with these orders, Genesis 45:16.

(3,) The joyful tidings of this brought to Jacob, Genesis 45:25.