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I will let them live anywhere they choose in the land of Egypt, but I suggest that they settle in Goshen, the best part of our land. I would also like for your finest shepherds to watch after my own sheep and goats.”

Then Joseph brought his father Jacob and introduced him to the king. Jacob gave the king his blessing, and the king asked him, “How old are you?”

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and the land of Egypt is before you; settle(A) your father and your brothers in the best part of the land.(B) Let them live in Goshen. And if you know of any among them with special ability,(C) put them in charge of my own livestock.(D)

Then Joseph brought his father Jacob in and presented him(E) before Pharaoh. After Jacob blessed[a] Pharaoh,(F) Pharaoh asked him, “How old are you?”

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Footnotes

  1. Genesis 47:7 Or greeted