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Jacob blesses Ephraim and Manasseh
Jacob blessed Joseph’s sons as if they were his own. He gave Ephraim the blessing of the firstborn, and gave Joseph his land near Shechem.
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Ge 48:1–22

And it happened that after these things, it was said to Joseph, “Behold, your father is ill.” And he took his two sons with him, Manasseh and Ephraim. And it was told to Jacob, “Behold, your son Joseph has come to you.” Then Israel strengthened himself and …

See also
Jos 24:32; 1 Ch 5:1–2; Jn 4:5; Heb 11:21;
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Participants
Ephraim
Jacob (son of Isaac)
Joseph (patriarch)
Manasseh (son of Joseph)
Setting
Egypt (nation)
Important Things
Bed
Hand
Head