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Genesis 47:6

Genesis 47:6

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Goshen: ,

men of activity: Anshey chayil:, men of strength, power, ability, or prowess. It implies both fitness of mind and body; and so valour, prudence, diligence, and virtue.

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cattle: Mikneh:, from kanah:, to posses, signifies property or possession of any kind, though it frequently is used for cattle, because in ancient times they constituted the principal part of a man's possessions. ; , ,

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