Genesis 48-50
Test your knowledge of the bible passage: Genesis 48-50
Questions and Answers
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What did Jacob tell Joseph about Joseph's 2 sons, Ephraim and Manasseh? 5 And now your two sons, who were born to you in the land of Egypt before I came to you in Egypt, are _____; Ephraim and Manasseh shall be _____, as Reuben and Simeon are. Gen 48:5-6
- A.
Mine
- B.
Without inheritance
Correct Answer
A. MineExplanation
Jacob told Joseph that his two sons, Ephraim and Manasseh, would be considered as Jacob's own sons and would receive an equal share of the inheritance, just like Jacob's other sons Reuben and Simeon.Rate this question:
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- 2.
When Jacob blessed Joseph's sons, which one did he bless with greater things? -Gen 48:20
- A.
Manasseh, the firstborn
- B.
Ephraim, the youngest
Correct Answer
B. Ephraim, the youngestExplanation
Jacob blessed Ephraim, the youngest, with greater things. This is in accordance with the biblical account in Genesis 48:20, where Jacob crossed his hands and placed his right hand on Ephraim's head, signifying the greater blessing. This act of blessing the younger son over the older son was a departure from the traditional practice of primogeniture, highlighting God's sovereignty and His ability to choose and bless according to His own will.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Of all the 12 sons of Jacob, which one did he say that he "piled all of his blessings on?" -Gen 49:26
- A.
Reuben, the first born
- B.
Judah, the 4th born
- C.
Joseph, the 11th born
Correct Answer
C. Joseph, the 11th bornExplanation
Jacob said that he "piled all of his blessings on" Joseph, the 11th born. This is stated in Genesis 49:26.Rate this question:
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- 4.
20 As for you, you meant evil against me, but __________, ...-Gen 50:20
- A.
Now you will be my slaves
- B.
God meant it for good
Correct Answer
B. God meant it for goodExplanation
The correct answer is "God meant it for good." This means that despite the evil intentions of the person being referred to, God had a greater plan and purpose in allowing those actions to occur. It suggests that God can take negative situations and turn them around for the benefit of those involved.Rate this question:
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- 5.
In Jeremiah 31:9, who do we read is God's firstborn son?
- A.
Ephraim
- B.
Jesus
- C.
Judah
Correct Answer
A. EphraimExplanation
In Jeremiah 31:9, it is stated that Ephraim is God's firstborn son. This is significant because Ephraim was one of the sons of Joseph, who was a prominent figure in the Old Testament. This title of "firstborn son" signifies a special relationship and blessing from God, indicating that Ephraim held a significant position in God's plan and purposes.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Which of the 12 sons received the birthright blessing? 1 Chronicles 5:2
- A.
Reuben
- B.
Joseph
- C.
Judah
Correct Answer
B. JosephExplanation
According to 1 Chronicles 5:2, Joseph received the birthright blessing among the 12 sons.Rate this question:
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