Genesis 48-50 marks the culmination of the patriarchal narratives. As Jacob nears death, he blesses Joseph's sons, Ephraim and Manasseh, symbolically adopting and elevating them. He places the younger Ephraim before the elder Manasseh, prophesying greater prominence for his descendants. Jacob then blesses each of his sons, foretelling their futures and establishing the tribal identities of Israel. On his deathbed, Jacob requests to be buried in Canaan, in the cave of Machpelah. After Jacob's death and a grand funeral procession, Joseph's brothers fear retribution. However, Joseph assures them of his continued goodwill, emphasizing God's providence in their shared history. The book concludes with Joseph's death in Egypt, but not before he expresses faith that God will lead the Israelites back to the Promised Land. He requests his bones be taken to Canaan when that day arrives.