Genesis 47:9 is Jacob's direct answer to Pharaoh's question in verse 8, providing the number of his years. Sequential narrative continuation.

Genesis 47:28 gives Jacob's total lifespan of 147 years, providing the final answer to Pharaoh's question about his age in verse 8.

Genesis 25:8 describes Abraham's death in a good old age, contrasting with Jacob's claim here that his years are few and evil compared to his fathers.