Goshen

Goshen

RegionOld Testament
30.8500°N, 31.8500°E View on Map

Goshen was a fertile region in the eastern Nile Delta where Joseph settled his father Jacob and his brothers. The Israelites lived here for over 400 years, growing from a family into a nation. During the plagues, Goshen was protected from the judgments on Egypt.

Historical Timeline

Joseph settles his family in Goshen, the best land in Egypt

GEN 47:1-6

Israel multiplies greatly in Goshen for 400 years

EXO 1:7

God protects Goshen during the plagues—no flies, hail, or darkness there

EXO 8:22, 9:26, 10:23

Israel departs from Goshen during the Exodus

EXO 12:37

Notable Characters

Joseph
JosephSettled his family in Goshen near him
Jacob
JacobLived his final years in Goshen
Moses
MosesLed Israel out from Goshen

Related Locations

Egypt
Egypt

Goshen was in the eastern Nile delta of Egypt

Canaan
Canaan

Israel left Goshen to return to Canaan

Key Verses

Genesis 45:10Genesis 46:28-34Exodus 8:22

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