Genesis 46:32
And the men are shepherds, for their trade hath been to feed cattle; and they have brought their flocks, and their herds, and all that they have.
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Genesis 46:34
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In Genesis 46:34, Joseph instructs his brothers to say they are shepherds — this explains why they dwell in Goshen.
Genesis 46:33
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In Genesis 46:33, Pharaoh's anticipated question about occupation directly follows from their self-identification as shepherds here.
Genesis 47:3
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In Genesis 47:3, the brothers tell Pharaoh they are shepherds — exactly the information Joseph plans to give here.
Genesis 45:10
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In Genesis 45:10, Joseph promises they will dwell in Goshen with their flocks — here they are identified as shepherds bringing those flocks.
Genesis 37:2
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Genesis 37:2 shows Joseph pasturing flocks with his brothers — confirming their shared shepherd identity.