Genesis 45:16

The Passion Translation

The news reached Pharaoh’s house: “Joseph’s brothers have come.” Pharaoh and his officials were greatly pleased when they heard it.

Cross References

Acts 7:13

On their second trip to Egypt, Joseph revealed his identity to his brothers, and because of this, Pharaoh learned about Joseph’s family and where he came from.

Acts 6:5

Everyone in the church loved this idea. So they chose seven men. One of them was Stephen, who was known as a man full of faith and overflowing with the Holy Spirit. Along with him they chose Philip, Prochorus, Nicanor, Timon, Parmenas, and Nicholas from Antioch, who had converted to Judaism.

Genesis 41:33

Joseph continued, “Let Pharaoh select a very wise and discerning man and set him over the land of Egypt.

Genesis 34:18

The offer pleased Hamor and his son Shechem.

Genesis 20:15

Abimelech told him, “Look, my land is now before you; feel free to settle wherever you please.”

Genesis 16:6

Abram responded, “She’s your slave girl under your authority, so do with her whatever you think best.” Then Sarai cruelly mistreated Hagar, who then ran away from her.

Genesis 45:15

With tears streaming down his face, Joseph kissed each brother, one by one. After their tearful, emotional embrace, they took time to speak brother-to-brother.

Genesis 45:17

Pharaoh said to Joseph, “Tell your brothers: ‘Load your donkeys and return to Canaan.

Genesis 41:37

Joseph’s proposal pleased Pharaoh and all his advisers.