Matthew Henry's Complete Bible Commentary

Genesis 47

In this chapter we have instances, I. Of Joseph’s kindness and affection to his relations, presenting his brethren first and then his father to Pharaoh (Genesis 47:1-47:10), settling them in Goshen, and providing for them there (Genesis 47:11, 47:12), and paying his respects to his father when he sent for him, Genesis 47:27-47:31. II. Of Joseph’s justice between prince and people in a very critical affair, selling Pharaoh’s corn to his subjects with reasonable profits to Pharaoh, and yet without any wrong to them, Genesis 47:13-47:26 Thus he approved himself wise and good, both in his private and in his public capacity. MHBCC 48.1