Genesis 48:16 Commentary - Companion Bible Notes, Appendices and Graphics

Note the three titles in verses: Gen 48:15, Gen 48:16.

The Angel = the creature form of the second person as the messenger of Jehovah (Elohim as consecrated by oath). This form not assumed for the occasion, but for permanent communion with His creatures (Gen 3:8; Gen 15:1; Gen 17:1; Gen 18:1, Gen 18:2; Gen 28:13; Gen 32:24, Gen 32:30. Exo 23:20, Exo 23:21. Num 22:21. Jos 5:13-15. Pro 8:22-31. Mal 3:1. Col 1:15. Rev 3:14).

redeemed. Hebrew. g'aal = to redeem (by payment of charge).

See note on Exo 6:6.

grow = swarm as fishes. earth, or the land.