Genesis 50:11
The Scripture
(11) And when the inhabitants of the land, the Canaanites, saw the mourning in the floor of Atad, they said, This is a grievous mourning to the Egyptians: wherefore the name of it was called Abelmizraim, which is beyond Jordan.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In this chapter the brothers of Jacob, after a long journey, arrive in Egypt with gifts and plead to Pharaoh for the release of their brother Joseph, who has been imprisoned. Pharaoh, moved by their request, commands them to bring Joseph to Egypt, believing it will secure his safety. The narrative highlights God's plan to preserve Jacob's family and restore peace.
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