Genesis 40:16
Genesis 40:16 in Multiple Translations
When the chief baker saw that the interpretation was favorable, he said to Joseph, “I too had a dream: There were three baskets of white bread on my head.
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:
When the chief baker saw that the interpretation was good, he said unto Joseph, I also was in my dream, and, behold, three baskets of white bread were on my head:
Now when the chief bread-maker saw that the first dream had a good sense, he said to Joseph, I had a dream; and in my dream there were three baskets of white bread on my head;
When the chief baker saw that the interpretation was positive, he said to Joseph, “I also had a dream. I had three baskets of cakes on my head.
And when the chiefe baker sawe that the interpretation was good, hee saide vnto Ioseph, Also mee thought in my dreame that I had three white baskets on mine head.
And the chief of the bakers seeth that he hath interpreted good, and he saith unto Joseph, 'I also [am] in a dream, and lo, three baskets of white bread [are] on my head,
When the chief baker saw that the interpretation was good, he said to Joseph, “I also was in my dream, and behold, three baskets of white bread were on my head.
When the chief baker saw that the interpretation was good, he said to Joseph, I also was in my dream, and behold, I had three white baskets on my head:
The chief baker seeing that he had wisely interpreted the dream, said: I also dreamed a dream, That I had three baskets of meal upon my head:
When the chief baker heard that the meaning of the dream of the king’s drink-server was very favorable, he said to Joseph, “I also had a dream. In the dream I was surprised to see three baskets of bread stacked on my head.
The wine-boss listened to all those things that Joseph said, and the bread-boss listened too. That bread-boss thought, “That other man’s dream meant something good, so maybe my dream means something good too.” So the bread-boss talked to Joseph, and he said, “I had a dream too. In my dream, there were 3 baskets of special bread on my head.
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Genesis 40:16 Interlinear (Deep Study)
BIB
HEB
וַ/יַּ֥רְא
שַׂר
הָ/אֹפִ֖ים
כִּ֣י
ט֣וֹב
פָּתָ֑ר
וַ/יֹּ֨אמֶר֙
אֶל
יוֹסֵ֔ף
אַף
אֲנִי֙
בַּ/חֲלוֹמִ֔/י
וְ/הִנֵּ֗ה
שְׁלֹשָׁ֛ה
סַלֵּ֥י
חֹרִ֖י
עַל
רֹאשִֽׁ/י
וַ/יַּ֥רְא
râʼâh
H7200
Provider
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
שַׂר
sar
H8269
ruler
N-ms
הָ/אֹפִ֖ים
ʼâphâh
H644
to bake
Art | V-Qal
כִּ֣י
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
ט֣וֹב
ṭôwb
H2896
pleasant
Adj
פָּתָ֑ר
pâthar
H6622
to interpret
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
וַ/יֹּ֨אמֶר֙
ʼâmar
H559
to say
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep
יוֹסֵ֔ף
Yôwçêph
H3130
Joseph
N-proper
אַף
ʼaph
H637
also
DirObjM
אֲנִי֙
ʼănîy
H589
I
Pron
בַּ/חֲלוֹמִ֔/י
chălôwm
H2472
dream
Prep | N-ms | Suff
וְ/הִנֵּ֗ה
hinnêh
H2009
behold
Conj | Part
שְׁלֹשָׁ֛ה
shâlôwsh
H7969
three
Adj
סַלֵּ֥י
çal
H5536
basket
N-mp
חֹרִ֖י
chôrîy
H2751
white
N-ms
עַל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep
רֹאשִֽׁ/י
rôʼsh
H7218
head
N-ms | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Genesis 40:16
וַ/יַּ֥רְא
râʼâh
H7200
"Provider"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
The Hebrew word for provider means to see or look after, and is used to describe God's care for his people. It appears in various forms throughout the Bible, including in Genesis and other books.
Definition: (Lord will) Provide, cause to be seen. This name means to see, look at, inspect, look after
Usage: Occurs in 1206 OT verses. KJV: advise self, appear, approve, behold, [idiom] certainly, consider, discern, (make to) enjoy, have experience, gaze, take heed, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] joyfully, lo, look (on, one another, one on another, one upon another, out, up, upon), mark, meet, [idiom] be near, perceive, present, provide, regard, (have) respect, (fore-, cause to, let) see(-r, -m, one another), shew (self), [idiom] sight of others, (e-) spy, stare, [idiom] surely, [idiom] think, view, visions. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 41:41; Exodus 33:13.
שַׂר
sar
H8269
"ruler"
N-ms
A leader or person in charge, like a prince or captain, as seen in the Bible with King David and other rulers.
Definition: 1) prince, ruler, leader, chief, chieftain, official, captain 1a) chieftain, leader 1b) vassal, noble, official (under king) 1c) captain, general, commander (military) 1d) chief, head, overseer (of other official classes) 1e) heads, princes (of religious office) 1f) elders (of representative leaders of people) 1g) merchant-princes (of rank and dignity) 1h) patron-angel 1i) Ruler of rulers (of God) 1j) warden
Usage: Occurs in 368 OT verses. KJV: captain (that had rule), chief (captain), general, governor, keeper, lord,(-task-)master, prince(-ipal), ruler, steward. See also: Genesis 12:15; 1 Kings 22:32; 2 Chronicles 32:21.
הָ/אֹפִ֖ים
ʼâphâh
H644
"to bake"
Art | V-Qal
This Hebrew word means to bake or cook, like making bread. It's used in descriptions of food and meals, like in Leviticus and Ezekiel, and refers to the work of a baker.
Definition: 1) to bake 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to bake 1a2) (subst) baker 1b) (Niphal) to be baked, baked
Usage: Occurs in 24 OT verses. KJV: bake(-r, (-meats)). See also: Genesis 19:3; Leviticus 7:9; Isaiah 44:15.
כִּ֣י
kîy
H3588
"for"
Conj
A conjunction used to show cause or connection, as in Genesis 2:23 where Adam says the woman is bone of his bone because she was taken out of him. It is often translated as 'for', 'because', or 'since'.
Definition: 1) that, for, because, when, as though, as, because that, but, then, certainly, except, surely, since 1a) that 1a1) yea, indeed 1b) when (of time) 1b1) when, if, though (with a concessive force) 1c) because, since (causal connection) 1d) but (after negative) 1e) that if, for if, indeed if, for though, but if 1f) but rather, but 1g) except that 1h) only, nevertheless 1i) surely 1j) that is 1k) but if 1l) for though 1m) forasmuch as, for therefore
Usage: Occurs in 3910 OT verses. KJV: and, + (forasmuch, inasmuch, where-) as, assured(-ly), + but, certainly, doubtless, + else, even, + except, for, how, (because, in, so, than) that, + nevertheless, now, rightly, seeing, since, surely, then, therefore, + (al-) though, + till, truly, + until, when, whether, while, whom, yea, yet. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 26:16; Genesis 42:15.
ט֣וֹב
ṭôwb
H2896
"pleasant"
Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means good or welfare, describing something that is beneficial or pleasing, like a good deed or a happy time. It is used in many contexts, including Genesis and Psalms. This word is often translated as 'good' or 'beautiful'.
Definition: adj 1) good, pleasant, agreeable 1a) pleasant, agreeable (to the senses) 1b) pleasant (to the higher nature) 1c) good, excellent (of its kind) 1d) good, rich, valuable in estimation 1e) good, appropriate, becoming 1f) better (comparative) 1g) glad, happy, prosperous (of man's sensuous nature) 1h) good understanding (of man's intellectual nature) 1i) good, kind, benign 1j) good, right (ethical) Aramaic equivalent: tav (טָב "fine" H2869)
Usage: Occurs in 521 OT verses. KJV: beautiful, best, better, bountiful, cheerful, at ease, [idiom] fair (word), (be in) favour, fine, glad, good (deed, -lier, -liest, -ly, -ness, -s), graciously, joyful, kindly, kindness, liketh (best), loving, merry, [idiom] most, pleasant, [phrase] pleaseth, pleasure, precious, prosperity, ready, sweet, wealth, welfare, (be) well(-favoured). See also: Genesis 1:4; Ruth 2:22; 2 Chronicles 3:8.
פָּתָ֑ר
pâthar
H6622
"to interpret"
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
This verb means to interpret or explain something, like a dream. It is used in the Bible to describe understanding the meaning of a vision or message. In the KJV, it is translated as 'interpret'.
Definition: (Qal) to interpret (dreams) Aramaic equivalent: pe.shar (פְּשַׁר "to interpret" H6590)
Usage: Occurs in 7 OT verses. KJV: interpret(-ation, -er). See also: Genesis 40:8; Genesis 41:8; Genesis 41:15.
וַ/יֹּ֨אמֶר֙
ʼâmar
H559
"to say"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
This Hebrew word means to say or speak, and it's used in many different ways in the Bible. It can mean to command, promise, or think, and it's translated in the KJV as 'answer', 'appoint', or 'command'.
Definition: 1) to say, speak, utter 1a) (Qal) to say, to answer, to say in one's heart, to think, to command, to promise, to intend 1b) (Niphal) to be told, to be said, to be called 1c) (Hithpael) to boast, to act proudly 1d) (Hiphil) to avow, to avouch Aramaic equivalent: a.mar (אֲמַר "to say" H0560)
Usage: Occurs in 4337 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, avouch, bid, boast self, call, certify, challenge, charge, [phrase] (at the, give) command(-ment), commune, consider, declare, demand, [idiom] desire, determine, [idiom] expressly, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] intend, name, [idiom] plainly, promise, publish, report, require, say, speak (against, of), [idiom] still, [idiom] suppose, talk, tell, term, [idiom] that is, [idiom] think, use (speech), utter, [idiom] verily, [idiom] yet. See also: Genesis 1:3; Genesis 18:23; Genesis 25:32.
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Prep
This Hebrew word means 'to' or 'toward', showing direction or movement. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, to indicate where someone is going. The KJV translates it in various ways, like 'about', 'according to', or 'against'.
Definition: 1) to, toward, unto (of motion) 2) into (limit is actually entered) 2a) in among 3) toward (of direction, not necessarily physical motion) 4) against (motion or direction of a hostile character) 5) in addition to, to 6) concerning, in regard to, in reference to, on account of 7) according to (rule or standard) 8) at, by, against (of one's presence) 9) in between, in within, to within, unto (idea of motion to)
Usage: Occurs in 4205 OT verses. KJV: about, according to, after, against, among, as for, at, because(-fore, -side), both...and, by, concerning, for, from, [idiom] hath, in(-to), near, (out) of, over, through, to(-ward), under, unto, upon, whether, with(-in). See also: Genesis 1:9; Genesis 21:14; Genesis 31:13.
יוֹסֵ֔ף
Yôwçêph
H3130
"Joseph"
N-proper
Joseph means Jehovah has added, a name given to several Israelites, including the son of Jacob and Rachel. Joseph was a significant figure in the book of Genesis and the story of his brothers. He became a leader in Egypt.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.12.14 § Joseph = "Jehovah has added" 1) the eldest son of Jacob by Rachel 2) father of Igal, who represented the tribe of Issachar among the spies 3) a son of Asaph 4) a man who took a foreign wife in the time of Ezra 5) a priest of the family of Shebaniah in the time of Nehemiah
Usage: Occurs in 193 OT verses. KJV: Joseph. Compare H3084 (יְהוֹסֵף). See also: Genesis 30:24; Genesis 47:5; Psalms 77:16.
אַף
ʼaph
H637
"also"
DirObjM
The Hebrew word for 'also' or 'addition', used to connect ideas or show a relationship between them, as seen in Genesis and Exodus. It can also mean 'though' or 'yet', indicating a contrast. This word is often used to add emphasis or provide more information.
Definition: conj (denoting addition, esp of something greater) 1) also, yea, though, so much the more adv 2) furthermore, indeed Aramaic equivalent: aph (אַף "also" H0638)
Usage: Occurs in 123 OT verses. KJV: also, [phrase] although, and (furthermore, yet), but, even, [phrase] how much less (more, rather than), moreover, with, yea. See also: Genesis 3:1; Psalms 16:6; Psalms 16:7.
אֲנִי֙
ʼănîy
H589
"I"
Pron
This Hebrew word is a simple way of saying 'I' or 'me', often used for emphasis. It is used by people like David in the Psalms to express their thoughts and feelings. The word is a basic part of the Hebrew language.
Definition: I (first pers. sing. -usually used for emphasis)
Usage: Occurs in 803 OT verses. KJV: I, (as for) me, mine, myself, we, [idiom] which, [idiom] who. See also: Genesis 6:17; Leviticus 19:36; 1 Samuel 25:24.
בַּ/חֲלוֹמִ֔/י
chălôwm
H2472
"dream"
Prep | N-ms | Suff
This Hebrew word means a dream, which can be ordinary or have a prophetic meaning, as seen in the Bible where God communicates through dreams. It appears in the story of Joseph in Genesis. The word is also used in Joel 2:28.
Definition: 1) dream 1a) dream (ordinary) 1b) dream (with prophetic meaning) Aramaic equivalent: che.lem (חֵ֫לֶם "dream" H2493)
Usage: Occurs in 54 OT verses. KJV: dream(-er). See also: Genesis 20:3; Deuteronomy 13:2; Psalms 73:20.
וְ/הִנֵּ֗ה
hinnêh
H2009
"behold"
Conj | Part
This Hebrew word is an expression that means 'behold' or 'look', often used to draw attention to something. It appears in Genesis and Isaiah, and is translated as 'behold' or 'lo' in the KJV.
Definition: behold, lo, see, if
Usage: Occurs in 799 OT verses. KJV: behold, lo, see. See also: Genesis 1:29; Genesis 42:35; Deuteronomy 19:18.
שְׁלֹשָׁ֛ה
shâlôwsh
H7969
"three"
Adj
This Hebrew word means three or thrice, and is used to describe quantities or repetitions in the Bible. It appears in various forms, including three, third, and thirteen.
Definition: 1) three, triad 1a) 3, 300, third Aramaic equivalent: te.lat (תְּלָת "three" H8532)
Usage: Occurs in 381 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] fork, [phrase] often(-times), third, thir(-teen, -teenth), three, [phrase] thrice. Compare H7991 (שָׁלִישׁ). See also: Genesis 5:22; Joshua 1:11; 2 Kings 9:32.
סַלֵּ֥י
çal
H5536
"basket"
N-mp
This noun refers to a basket, often made of woven willow twigs or osiers. In the Bible, it is used to carry food, like bread or fish, and is sometimes used as a symbol of provision or abundance.
Definition: basket
Usage: Occurs in 13 OT verses. KJV: basket. See also: Genesis 40:16; Leviticus 8:2; Judges 6:19.
חֹרִ֖י
chôrîy
H2751
"white"
N-ms
In the Bible, this word means white, like white bread. It is used to describe something that is pure and clean. This word is found in the book of Leviticus.
Definition: 1) white bread, cake 2) (TWOT) Horite, Hori
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: white. See also: Genesis 40:16.
עַל
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Prep
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
רֹאשִֽׁ/י
rôʼsh
H7218
"head"
N-ms | Suff
This Hebrew word means chief or prince, and is used to describe leaders in the Bible, such as in the book of 1 Samuel. It signifies a position of authority and importance.
Definition: : head 1) head, top, summit, upper part, chief, total, sum, height, front, beginning 1a) head (of man, animals) 1b) top, tip (of mountain) 1c) height (of stars) 1d) chief, head (of man, city, nation, place, family, priest) 1e) head, front, beginning 1f) chief, choicest, best 1g) head, division, company, band 1h) sum
Usage: Occurs in 547 OT verses. KJV: band, beginning, captain, chapiter, chief(-est place, man, things), company, end, [idiom] every (man), excellent, first, forefront, (be-)head, height, (on) high(-est part, (priest)), [idiom] lead, [idiom] poor, principal, ruler, sum, top. See also: Genesis 2:10; Numbers 17:18; 2 Samuel 4:7.
Study Notes — Genesis 40:16
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- Context
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- Genesis 40:16 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Genesis 40:16
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 40:16
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Genesis 40:16
- Trapp's Commentary on Genesis 40:16
- Ellicott's Commentary on Genesis 40:16
- Cambridge Bible on Genesis 40:16
- Whedon's Commentary on Genesis 40:16
- Sermons on Genesis 40:16
Context — The Cupbearer and the Baker
14But when it goes well for you, please remember me and show me kindness by mentioning me to Pharaoh, that he might bring me out of this prison.
15For I was kidnapped from the land of the Hebrews, and even here I have done nothing for which they should have put me in this dungeon.”
16When the chief baker saw that the interpretation was favorable, he said to Joseph, “I too had a dream: There were three baskets of white bread on my head.
17In the top basket were all sorts of baked goods for Pharaoh, but the birds were eating them out of the basket on my head.” 18Joseph replied, “This is the interpretation: The three baskets are three days.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Genesis 40:1–2 | Some time later, the king’s cupbearer and baker offended their master, the king of Egypt. Pharaoh was angry with his two officers, the chief cupbearer and the chief baker, |
Genesis 40:16 Summary
Genesis 40:16 tells us about the chief baker who had a dream and wanted Joseph to interpret it, hoping for a positive outcome. The baker's dream featured three baskets of white bread on his head, which represented his profession and possibly his desire for recognition. This story reminds us that our dreams and desires are often connected to our daily lives and concerns, and that God can use these to guide us towards His purposes, as seen in other Bible stories like Genesis 28:12 and Romans 8:28. By trusting in God's sovereignty and being open about our hopes and fears, we can find guidance and encouragement, just like the chief baker sought from Joseph.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did the chief baker wait until after Joseph's favorable interpretation of the cupbearer's dream to share his own dream?
The chief baker was likely encouraged by the positive interpretation Joseph gave to the cupbearer, and he hoped for a similar outcome, as seen in Genesis 40:16. This suggests that people are often more willing to open up when they sense a positive and supportive environment, much like the psalmist's trust in God's goodness in Psalms 23:4.
What is the significance of the three baskets of white bread on the chief baker's head?
The three baskets of white bread on the chief baker's head, as described in Genesis 40:16, symbolize the baker's profession and possibly his desire for promotion or recognition, which is later interpreted by Joseph in Genesis 40:18. This shows how dreams can be closely tied to a person's daily life and concerns, as also seen in the story of Jacob's ladder in Genesis 28:12.
How does this verse relate to the broader theme of God's sovereignty in the book of Genesis?
Genesis 40:16 illustrates how God works through the circumstances and interactions of human lives, as the chief baker's dream and Joseph's interpretation are part of the larger narrative of God's plan for Joseph's life, as stated in Genesis 45:5 and Genesis 50:20. This underscores the idea that God is always at work, even in seemingly mundane or challenging situations, guiding events towards His purposes, as expressed in Romans 8:28.
What can we learn from the chief baker's approach to sharing his dream with Joseph?
The chief baker's willingness to share his dream with Joseph, as seen in Genesis 40:16, demonstrates the importance of being open and honest about our hopes, fears, and desires, trusting that God can use these interactions for our growth and His glory, as encouraged in Psalms 55:22 and 1 Peter 5:7.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I am seeking a favorable outcome or interpretation, and how can I trust God's sovereignty in these situations, as seen in Genesis 40:16 and Romans 8:28?
- How do my daily concerns and professions influence my thoughts, dreams, and aspirations, and what does this reveal about my values and priorities, in light of Genesis 40:16 and Matthew 6:21?
- In what ways can I, like Joseph, offer hope and interpretation to those around me who may be seeking guidance or encouragement, as demonstrated in Genesis 40:16 and 1 Corinthians 14:3?
- What are some 'baskets' or areas of my life where I am seeking recognition or promotion, and how can I align these desires with God's will and purposes, as seen in Genesis 40:16 and Jeremiah 29:11?
Gill's Exposition on Genesis 40:16
When the chief baker saw that the interpretation was good,.... Meaning not that it was right and just, though it was; but that it was agreeable and pleasing, and portended good in the event; and
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 40:16
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: I had three white baskets on my head.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Genesis 40:16
White baskets; so called from the colour, either of the baskets, which were made of pilled, and so white twigs, or of the things contained in them, as white bread, &c.
Trapp's Commentary on Genesis 40:16
Genesis 40:16 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:Ver. 16. When the chief baker saw.] So when hypocrites hear good to be spoken, in the word, to God’ s children, they also listen, and fasten upon the comforts, as pertaining to them: they "receive the word with joy": they laugh, as men use to do in some merry dream; they catch at the deserts as children, and conclude with Haman, that they are the men whom the king means to honour. But when they must practise duty, or bear the cross, they depart "sad"; and Christ may keep his heaven to himself, if it be had on no other conditions.
Ellicott's Commentary on Genesis 40:16
(16, 17) Three white baskets.—Rashi explains the phrase of baskets of wicker-work, but most commentators agree in rendering it “baskets of white bread.” The “bakemeats” were all preparations of pastry and confectionery, as throughout the Bible meat does not mean flesh, but food. (Comp. Luke 24:41; John 21:5.) On my head.—The Egyptian men carried Burdens on their heads; the women on their shoulders (Herod. ii. 35). Bakemeats.—Heb., All sorts of work for Pharaoh the work of a baker.
Cambridge Bible on Genesis 40:16
16. I also] The chief baker is encouraged to relate his dream. There are certain conspicuous similarities in the two dreams: (1) each man is discharging his own special office; (2) the number “3” is a feature in both. of white bread] LXX τρίακανᾶχονδριτῶν, Lat. tria canistra farinae. Instead of “white bread,” some scholars prefer the rendering “baskets of open wicker-work,” viz. “baskets shewing their contents” (so Rashi). Symmachus, βαϊνά = “baskets of palm-branches.”
Whedon's Commentary on Genesis 40:16
16. Three white baskets — Rather, three baskets of white bread. On my head — The monuments illustrate this method of carrying baskets in ancient Egypt.
Sermons on Genesis 40:16
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(Genesis) Genesis 40:1-8 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the story of Joseph in the book of Genesis. Joseph is in prison and is put in charge of two men, the butler and the baker, who have offended |
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(Genesis) Genesis 41 Introduction by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the story of Joseph in Genesis chapter 41. Joseph, who was previously forgotten and imprisoned, is released when he interprets Pharaoh's dre |