Genesis 40:16 Meaning
When the chief baker saw that the interpretation was good, he said unto Joseph, I also was in my dream, and, behold, I had three white baskets on my head:
Context Explained
14But think on me when it shall be well with thee, and shew kindness, I pray thee, unto me, and make mention of me unto Pharaoh, and bring me out of this house:
15For indeed I was stolen away out of the land of the Hebrews: and here also have I done nothing that they should put me into the dungeon.
16When the chief baker saw that the interpretation was good, he said unto Joseph, I also was in my dream, and, behold, I had three white baskets on my head:
17And in the uppermost basket there was of all manner of bakemeats for Pharaoh; and the birds did eat them out of the basket upon my head.
18And Joseph answered and said, This is the interpretation thereof: The three baskets are three days:
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Genesis 37:6
Joseph's dreams earlier in his life set the stage for his current role in interpreting dreams.
Acts 2:17
Both verses highlight the significance of dreams in God's communication with His people.
Job 33:15
Dreams are presented as a means through which God speaks to individuals.
Source: Genesis 40:16