And Jakob called his sons and said to them, Purify yourselves from uncleanness, and I will show you the hidden mysteries, the ends concealed, the recompense of reward for the righteous, the retribution of the wicked, and the bower of Eden, what it is. And the twelve tribes of Israel gathered themselves together around the golden bed whereon he reclined, and where was revealed to him the Shekina of the Lord, (though) the end for which the king Meshiha is to come had been concealed from him. Then said he, Come, and I will declare to you what shall befall you at the end of the days.
Jacob Gathers His Sons to Reveal the End of Days
Targum Jonathan on Genesis 49:1
Themes
Original Sources
- Targum Pseudo-Yonathan on Genesis 49:1
- B. Pesahim 56a
- Genesis Rabbah 98:2.