World English Bible
Genesis 48:10
“Now the eyes of Israel were dim for age, so that he couldn't see. He brought them near to him; and he kissed them, and embraced them.”
Verse in context — Genesis 48
8
Israel saw Joseph's sons, and said, "Who are these?
9
Joseph said to his father, "They are my sons, whom God has given me here." He said, "Please bring them to me, and I will bless them.
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Now the eyes of Israel were dim for age, so that he couldn't see. He brought them near to him; and he kissed them, and embraced them.
11
Israel said to Joseph, "I didn't think I would see your face, and behold, God has let me see your seed also.
12
Joseph brought them out from between his knees, and he bowed himself with his face to the earth.
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The book of beginnings, describing creation, humanity’s fall, God’s promises, and the patriarchs (Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, Joseph).
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