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Genesis 40:7 Β· KJV

"And he asked Pharaoh's officers that were with him in the ward of his lord's house, saying, Wherefore look ye so sadly to day?"

King James Version

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Passage Context

5And they dreamed a dream both of them, each man his dream in one night, each man according to the interpretation of his dream, the butler and the baker of the king of Egypt, which were bound in the prison.
6And Joseph came in unto them in the morning, and looked upon them, and, behold, they were sad.
7And he asked Pharaoh's officers that were with him in the ward of his lord's house, saying, Wherefore look ye so sadly to day?
8And they said unto him, We have dreamed a dream, and there is no interpreter of it. And Joseph said unto them, Do not interpretations belong to God? tell me them, I pray you.
9And the chief butler told his dream to Joseph, and said to him, In my dream, behold, a vine was before me;

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you respond to others' sadness?

2

What does it mean for you to offer support to those in distress?

3

When have you been a source of comfort for someone?

Life Application

relationships

Be attentive to the emotions of those around you. Offer support and encouragement when you notice someone struggling.

leadership

Lead by example in showing compassion, even in challenging situations.

People in This Verse

JosephBoth

Joseph, the favored son of Jacob, rose to prominence in Egypt due to his ability to interpret dreams. His story illustrates themes of betrayal, forgiveness, and divine purpose.

First appearance: Genesis 37:3

Places in This Verse

Egypt(Egypt today)

The setting for Joseph's trials and eventual rise, Egypt is crucial to the narrative of the Israelites' future.

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