# What does Genesis 48:9 mean?

> Genesis 48:9 in plain, modern English from the Modern Text Bible.

> Joseph said, 'These are my sons, the ones God gave me here in Egypt.' Jacob said, 'Bring them closer so I can bless them.'
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> — Genesis 48:9, Modern Text Bible

## Commentary

Joseph introduced his sons, and Jacob asked for them to come near so he could give them a special blessing.