Genesis 41:57
“And all countries came into Egypt to Joseph for to buy corn; because that the famine was so sore in all lands.”
Genesis 41:57 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- And all countries came into Egypt to Joseph for to buy corn; because that the famine was so sore in all lands.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- And all provinces came into Egypt, to buy food, and to seek some relief of their want.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- And all countries came into Egypt to Joseph to buy grain, because the famine was sore in all the earth.
- DARBYDarby
- And all countries came into Egypt to Joseph, to buy grain, because the famine was grievous on the whole earth.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- All countries came into Egypt, to Joseph, to buy grain, because the famine was severe in all the earth.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- and all the earth hath come to Egypt, to buy, unto Joseph, for the famine was severe in all the earth.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- All the countries came to Egypt to Joseph to buy grain, because the famine was severe in all lands. ###
Context: Genesis 41
55And when all the land of Egypt was famished, the people cried to Pharaoh for bread: and Pharaoh said unto all the Egyptians, Go unto Joseph; what he saith to you, do.
56And the famine was over all the face of the earth: And Joseph opened all the storehouses, and sold unto the Egyptians; and the famine waxed sore in the land of Egypt.
57And all countries came into Egypt to Joseph for to buy corn; because that the famine was so sore in all lands.
About Genesis 41: Joseph Interprets Pharaoh's Dreams
Joseph is appointed as the second-in-command in Egypt and he successfully manages the country during the famine, providing food for Egypt and other countries.
Commentary
Genesis 41 is a pivotal chapter in the book of Genesis, as it marks the beginning of Joseph's rise to power in Egypt. After being sold into slavery by his brothers, Joseph is thrown into prison for a crime he did not commit. While in prison, Joseph interprets the dreams of Pharaoh's cupbearer and baker, correctly predicting their outcomes. Impressed by Joseph's ability, Pharaoh's cupbearer recommends Joseph to Pharaoh, who then summons Joseph to interpret his own dreams. Joseph correctly interprets Pharaoh's dreams, predicting seven years of plenty followed by seven years of famine. Pharaoh is so impressed with Joseph's wisdom that he appoints him as the second-in-command of Egypt, giving him authority over all of Egypt.