10 Now Israel’s eyesight was poor because of old age; he could hardly see. Joseph brought his sons to him, and his father kissed them and embraced them. 11 “I never expected to see your face again,” Israel said to Joseph, “but now God has let me see your children as well.” 12 Then Joseph removed his sons from his father’s knees and bowed facedown.
Genesis 48:10–12
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