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Genesis 41:31 Meaning

And the plenty shall not be known in the land by reason of that famine following; for it shall be very grievous.

Context Explained

29Behold, there come seven years of great plenty throughout all the land of Egypt:

30And there shall arise after them seven years of famine; and all the plenty shall be forgotten in the land of Egypt; and the famine shall consume the land;

31And the plenty shall not be known in the land by reason of that famine following; for it shall be very grievous.

32And for that the dream was doubled unto Pharaoh twice; it is because the thing is established by God, and God will shortly bring it to pass.

33Now therefore let Pharaoh look out a man discreet and wise, and set him over the land of Egypt.

Key Themes

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Related Cross References

  • John 6:35

    Jesus speaks of being the bread of life, contrasting physical famine with spiritual sustenance.

Source: Genesis 41:31