Gen 48:1 | MHM | STEP | Genesis 48:1-7: Jacob's Last Illness This passage describes the last days of Jacob’s life and his meeting with Joseph and Joseph’s sons, Manasseh and Ephraim. When Jacob hears that Joseph is coming, he gathers his strength to bless his son and grandsons. Jacob remembers God’s promises to him and adopts Joseph’s two sons as his own, giving them a special place in the family and inheritance. Jacob’s actions show his faith in God’s promises and his desire for his grandchildren to stay connected to God’s people, even though they were born in Egypt. The story also reminds us of the lasting impact of family faith and the importance of blessing the next generation. v. 1 : When Joseph hears that his father Jacob is sick, he goes to visit him, taking his two sons, Manasseh and Ephraim ( v. 1 ). This shows respect for his father and a desire for his sons to receive their grandfather’s blessing. Visiting the sick is an important way to show love and learn from their wisdom.

‏ Genesis 48:1

Genesis 48:1-7: Jacob's Last Illness

This passage describes the last days of Jacob’s life and his meeting with Joseph and Joseph’s sons, Manasseh and Ephraim. When Jacob hears that Joseph is coming, he gathers his strength to bless his son and grandsons. Jacob remembers God’s promises to him and adopts Joseph’s two sons as his own, giving them a special place in the family and inheritance. Jacob’s actions show his faith in God’s promises and his desire for his grandchildren to stay connected to God’s people, even though they were born in Egypt. The story also reminds us of the lasting impact of family faith and the importance of blessing the next generation.

v. 1: When Joseph hears that his father Jacob is sick, he goes to visit him, taking his two sons, Manasseh and Ephraim (v. 1 ^a). This shows respect for his father and a desire for his sons to receive their grandfather’s blessing. Visiting the sick is an important way to show love and learn from their wisdom.