Genesis 41:30
Genesis 41:30 in Multiple Translations
but seven years of famine will follow them. Then all the abundance in the land of Egypt will be forgotten, and the famine will devastate the land.
And 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;
and 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;
And after that will come seven years when there will not be enough food; and the memory of the good years will go from men's minds; and the land will be made waste by the bad years;
But after them will come seven years of famine. People will forget the time when there was plenty of food throughout Egypt. Famine will ruin the country.
Againe, there shall arise after them seuen yeeres of famine, so that all the plentie shall be forgotten in the land of Egypt, and the famine shall consume the land:
and seven years of famine have arisen after them, and all the plenty is forgotten in the land of Egypt, and the famine hath finished the land,
Seven years of famine will arise after them, and all the plenty will be forgotten in the land of Egypt. The famine will consume the land,
And 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;
After which shall follow other seven years of so great scarcity, that all the abundance before shall be forgotten: for the famine shall consume all the land,
but after that there will be seven years ◄of famine/when food will be very scarce►. Then people will forget all the years when there was plenty of food, because the famine that will come afterward will ruin the country.
But after that, there will be 7 dry years. There will be no rain and no food plants growing anywhere in Egypt. Those dry years will be bad for the whole country. All the people in Egypt, they will forget about that time when there was lots and lots of food.
Berean Amplified Bible — Genesis 41:30
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Genesis 41:30 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ֠/קָמוּ
שֶׁ֜בַע
שְׁנֵ֤י
רָעָב֙
אַחֲרֵי/הֶ֔ן
וְ/נִשְׁכַּ֥ח
כָּל
הַ/שָּׂבָ֖ע
בְּ/אֶ֣רֶץ
מִצְרָ֑יִם
וְ/כִלָּ֥ה
הָ/רָעָ֖ב
אֶת
הָ/אָֽרֶץ
וְ֠/קָמוּ
qûwm
H6965
-kamai
Conj | V-Qal-3cp
שֶׁ֜בַע
shebaʻ
H7651
seven
Adj
שְׁנֵ֤י
shâneh
H8141
year
Adj
רָעָב֙
râʻâb
H7458
famine
N-ms
אַחֲרֵי/הֶ֔ן
ʼachar
H310
after
Prep | Suff
וְ/נִשְׁכַּ֥ח
shâkach
H7911
to forget
Conj | V-Niphal-3ms
כָּל
kôl
H3605
all
N-ms
הַ/שָּׂבָ֖ע
sâbâʻ
H7647
abundance
Art | N-ms
בְּ/אֶ֣רֶץ
ʼerets
H776
land
Prep | N-cs
מִצְרָ֑יִם
Mitsrayim
H4714
Egypt
N-proper
וְ/כִלָּ֥ה
kâlâh
H3615
to end
Conj | V-Piel-3ms
הָ/רָעָ֖ב
râʻâb
H7458
famine
Art | N-ms
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
הָ/אָֽרֶץ
ʼerets
H776
land
Art | N-cs
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Hebrew Word Reference — Genesis 41:30
וְ֠/קָמוּ
qûwm
H6965
"-kamai"
Conj | V-Qal-3cp
Qum means to rise or stand up, used in various contexts like rising to power or standing firm, as seen in Jeremiah and Ezra.
Definition: Combined with lev (לֵב "Leb" H3820B) § -Kamai = "my adversary" Leb-kamai, i.e., people of Gambulai
Usage: Occurs in 596 OT verses. KJV: abide, accomplish, [idiom] be clearer, confirm, continue, decree, [idiom] be dim, endure, [idiom] enemy, enjoin, get up, make good, help, hold, (help to) lift up (again), make, [idiom] but newly, ordain, perform, pitch, raise (up), rear (up), remain, (a-) rise (up) (again, against), rouse up, set (up), (e-) stablish, (make to) stand (up), stir up, strengthen, succeed, (as-, make) sure(-ly), (be) up(-hold, -rising). See also: Genesis 4:8; Numbers 30:13; Ruth 4:10.
שֶׁ֜בַע
shebaʻ
H7651
"seven"
Adj
This word means the number seven, which was considered a special or sacred number. It can also mean seven times or a week, and is used in the Bible to describe completeness or perfection. The KJV translates it as seven or sevenfold.
Definition: 1) seven (cardinal number) 1a) as ordinal number 1b) in combination-17, 700 etc Aramaic equivalent: shiv.ah (שִׁבְעָה "seven" H7655)
Usage: Occurs in 344 OT verses. KJV: ([phrase] by) seven(-fold),-s, (-teen, -teenth), -th, times). Compare H7658 (שִׁבְעָנָה). See also: Genesis 4:24; Leviticus 23:15; 2 Samuel 21:6.
שְׁנֵ֤י
shâneh
H8141
"year"
Adj
This word also means a year, like when Abraham was 100 years old in Genesis 21. It is used to describe a period of time, age, or a lifetime.
Definition: 1) year 1a) as division of time 1b) as measure of time 1c) as indication of age 1d) a lifetime (of years of life) Aramaic equivalent: she.nah (שְׁנָה "year" H8140)
Usage: Occurs in 647 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] whole age, [idiom] long, [phrase] old, year([idiom] -ly). See also: Genesis 1:14; Genesis 47:28; Numbers 7:35.
רָעָב֙
râʻâb
H7458
"famine"
N-ms
Famine or hunger is what this Hebrew word represents, often referring to a lack of food or spiritual nourishment. It appears in books like Genesis and Jeremiah, highlighting the importance of trust in God during difficult times.
Definition: 1) famine, hunger 1a) famine (in land, nation) 1a1) of Jehovah's word (fig) 1b) hunger (of individuals)
Usage: Occurs in 88 OT verses. KJV: dearth, famine, [phrase] famished, hunger. See also: Genesis 12:10; Jeremiah 14:12; Psalms 33:19.
אַחֲרֵי/הֶ֔ן
ʼachar
H310
"after"
Prep | Suff
Achar means backwards or after, used to describe something that happens later or in the rear. It is used in various senses in the Bible, including in 1 Kings 12:18.
Definition: 1) after the following part, behind (of place), hinder, afterwards (of time) 1a) as an adverb 1a1) behind (of place) 1a2) afterwards (of time) 1b) as a preposition 1b1) behind, after (of place) 1b2) after (of time) 1b3) besides 1c) as a conjunction 1c) after that 1d) as a substantive 1d1) hinder part 1e) with other prepositions 1e1) from behind 1e2) from following after
Usage: Occurs in 664 OT verses. KJV: after (that, -ward), again, at, away from, back (from, -side), behind, beside, by, follow (after, -ing), forasmuch, from, hereafter, hinder end, [phrase] out (over) live, [phrase] persecute, posterity, pursuing, remnant, seeing, since, thence(-forth), when, with. See also: Genesis 5:4; Exodus 18:2; Joshua 8:14.
וְ/נִשְׁכַּ֥ח
shâkach
H7911
"to forget"
Conj | V-Niphal-3ms
To forget something means to mislay it or be oblivious to it. This Hebrew word is used in the Bible to describe when people forget things, like God's commands. The KJV translates it as 'to forget' or 'at all'.
Definition: 1) to forget, ignore, wither 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to forget 1a2) to cease to care 1b) (Niphal) to be forgotten 1c) (Piel) to cause to forget 1d) (Hiphil) to make or cause to forget 1e) (Hithpael) to be forgotten Aramaic equivalent: she.khach (שְׁכַח "to find" H7912)
Usage: Occurs in 95 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] at all, (cause to) forget. See also: Genesis 27:45; Psalms 106:13; Psalms 9:13.
כָּל
kôl
H3605
"all"
N-ms
The Hebrew word for 'all' or 'everything' is used throughout the Bible, like in Genesis 1:31, where God sees all He has made as very good. It encompasses the entirety of something, whether people, things, or situations.
Definition: 1) all, the whole 1a) all, the whole of 1b) any, each, every, anything 1c) totality, everything Aramaic equivalent: kol (כֹּל "all" H3606)
Usage: Occurs in 4242 OT verses. KJV: (in) all (manner, (ye)), altogether, any (manner), enough, every (one, place, thing), howsoever, as many as, (no-) thing, ought, whatsoever, (the) whole, whoso(-ever). See also: Genesis 1:21; Genesis 17:10; Genesis 41:40.
הַ/שָּׂבָ֖ע
sâbâʻ
H7647
"abundance"
Art | N-ms
Abundance refers to having plenty of something, like food or resources, and is often associated with being satisfied or full.
Definition: 1) plenty, satiety 1a) plenty (of breadstuffs) 1b) satiety
Usage: Occurs in 8 OT verses. KJV: abundance, plenteous(-ness, -ly). See also: Genesis 41:29; Genesis 41:47; Proverbs 3:10.
בְּ/אֶ֣רֶץ
ʼerets
H776
"land"
Prep | N-cs
The land or earth refers to the soil or ground, and can also mean a country, territory, or region. In the Bible, it is used to describe the earth and its inhabitants, and is often translated as 'land' or 'country'.
Definition: : soil 1) land, earth 1a) earth 1a1) whole earth (as opposed to a part) 1a2) earth (as opposed to heaven) 1a3) earth (inhabitants) 1b) land 1b1) country, territory 1b2) district, region 1b3) tribal territory 1b4) piece of ground 1b5) land of Canaan, Israel 1b6) inhabitants of land 1b7) Sheol, land without return, (under) world 1b8) city (-state) 1c) ground, surface of the earth 1c1) ground 1c2) soil 1d) (in phrases) 1d1) people of the land 1d2) space or distance of country (in measurements of distance) 1d3) level or plain country 1d4) land of the living 1d5) end(s) of the earth 1e) (almost wholly late in usage) 1e1) lands, countries 1e1a) often in contrast to Canaan
Usage: Occurs in 2190 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] common, country, earth, field, ground, land, [idiom] natins, way, [phrase] wilderness, world. See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 18:18; Genesis 42:13.
מִצְרָ֑יִם
Mitsrayim
H4714
"Egypt"
N-proper
This word means Egypt, a country in northeastern Africa, and is used in the Bible to describe the land and its people. It appears in books like Genesis and Isaiah, often referring to the Nile River and the Egyptians. Egypt is an important setting for many biblical events.
Definition: § Egypt = "land of the Copts" a country at the northeastern section of Africa, adjacent to Palestine, and through which the Nile flows Egyptians = "double straits" adj 2) the inhabitants or natives of Egypt
Usage: Occurs in 569 OT verses. KJV: Egypt, Egyptians, Mizraim. See also: Genesis 10:6; Exodus 6:13; Exodus 34:18.
וְ/כִלָּ֥ה
kâlâh
H3615
"to end"
Conj | V-Piel-3ms
This Hebrew word means to finish or end something, like completing a task or using up a resource, as seen in Genesis 2:2 where God finished creating the heavens and earth.
Definition: : finish 1) to accomplish, cease, consume, determine, end, fail, finish, be complete, be accomplished, be ended, be at an end, be finished, be spent 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to be complete, be at an end 1a2) to be completed, be finished 1a3) to be accomplished, be fulfilled 1a4) to be determined, be plotted (bad sense) 1a5) to be spent, be used up 1a6) to waste away, be exhausted, fail 1a7) to come to an end, vanish, perish, be destroyed 1b) (Piel) 1b1) to complete, bring to an end, finish 1b2) to complete (a period of time) 1b3) to finish (doing a thing) 1b4) to make an end, end 1b5) to accomplish, fulfil, bring to pass 1b6) to accomplish, determine (in thought) 1b7) to put an end to, cause to cease 1b8) to cause to fail, exhaust, use up, spend 1b9) to destroy, exterminate 1c) (Pual) to be finished, be ended, be completed
Usage: Occurs in 199 OT verses. KJV: accomplish, cease, consume (away), determine, destroy (utterly), be (when... were) done, (be an) end (of), expire, (cause to) fail, faint, finish, fulfil, [idiom] fully, [idiom] have, leave (off), long, bring to pass, wholly reap, make clean riddance, spend, quite take away, waste. See also: Genesis 2:1; 2 Chronicles 29:17; Psalms 18:38.
הָ/רָעָ֖ב
râʻâb
H7458
"famine"
Art | N-ms
Famine or hunger is what this Hebrew word represents, often referring to a lack of food or spiritual nourishment. It appears in books like Genesis and Jeremiah, highlighting the importance of trust in God during difficult times.
Definition: 1) famine, hunger 1a) famine (in land, nation) 1a1) of Jehovah's word (fig) 1b) hunger (of individuals)
Usage: Occurs in 88 OT verses. KJV: dearth, famine, [phrase] famished, hunger. See also: Genesis 12:10; Jeremiah 14:12; Psalms 33:19.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
הָ/אָֽרֶץ
ʼerets
H776
"land"
Art | N-cs
The land or earth refers to the soil or ground, and can also mean a country, territory, or region. In the Bible, it is used to describe the earth and its inhabitants, and is often translated as 'land' or 'country'.
Definition: : soil 1) land, earth 1a) earth 1a1) whole earth (as opposed to a part) 1a2) earth (as opposed to heaven) 1a3) earth (inhabitants) 1b) land 1b1) country, territory 1b2) district, region 1b3) tribal territory 1b4) piece of ground 1b5) land of Canaan, Israel 1b6) inhabitants of land 1b7) Sheol, land without return, (under) world 1b8) city (-state) 1c) ground, surface of the earth 1c1) ground 1c2) soil 1d) (in phrases) 1d1) people of the land 1d2) space or distance of country (in measurements of distance) 1d3) level or plain country 1d4) land of the living 1d5) end(s) of the earth 1e) (almost wholly late in usage) 1e1) lands, countries 1e1a) often in contrast to Canaan
Usage: Occurs in 2190 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] common, country, earth, field, ground, land, [idiom] natins, way, [phrase] wilderness, world. See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 18:18; Genesis 42:13.
Study Notes — Genesis 41:30
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Context — Joseph Interprets Pharaoh’s Dreams
28It is just as I said to Pharaoh: God has shown Pharaoh what He is about to do.
29Behold, seven years of great abundance are coming throughout the land of Egypt,
30but seven years of famine will follow them. Then all the abundance in the land of Egypt will be forgotten, and the famine will devastate the land.
31The abundance in the land will not be remembered, since the famine that follows it will be so severe. 32Moreover, because the dream was given to Pharaoh in two versions, the matter has been decreed by God, and He will carry it out shortly.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Genesis 47:13 | There was no food, however, in all that region, because the famine was so severe; the lands of Egypt and Canaan had been exhausted by the famine. |
| 2 | Genesis 41:54 | the seven years of famine began, just as Joseph had said. And although there was famine in every country, there was food throughout the land of Egypt. |
| 3 | James 5:17 | Elijah was a man just like us. He prayed earnestly that it would not rain, and it did not rain on the land for three and a half years. |
| 4 | Psalms 105:16 | He called down famine on the land and cut off all their supplies of food. |
| 5 | 1 Kings 17:1 | Now Elijah the Tishbite, who was among the settlers of Gilead, said to Ahab, “As surely as the LORD lives—the God of Israel before whom I stand—there will be neither dew nor rain in these years except at my word!” |
| 6 | Proverbs 31:7 | Let him drink and forget his poverty, and remember his misery no more. |
| 7 | Genesis 41:51 | Joseph named the firstborn Manasseh, saying, “God has made me forget all my hardship and all my father’s household.” |
| 8 | 2 Kings 8:1 | Now Elisha had said to the woman whose son he had restored to life, “Arise, you and your household; go and live as a foreigner wherever you can. For the LORD has decreed a seven-year famine, and it has already come to the land.” |
| 9 | 2 Samuel 24:13 | So Gad went and said to David, “Do you choose to endure three years of famine in your land, three months of fleeing the pursuit of your enemies, or three days of plague upon your land? Now then, think it over and decide how I should reply to Him who sent me.” |
| 10 | Genesis 41:56 | When the famine had spread over all the land, Joseph opened up all the storehouses and sold grain to the Egyptians; for the famine was severe in the land of Egypt. |
Genesis 41:30 Summary
[Genesis 41:30 tells us that after seven years of abundance in Egypt, seven years of famine will follow, and the abundance will be forgotten. This means that even when things are going well, we must remember that hard times can come, and we must trust in God's plan, as seen in Jeremiah 29:11. The famine in Egypt was a test of the people's faith and trust in God, and it reminds us to always look to Him for guidance and provision, just as the Israelites did in Exodus 16:1-36. By trusting in God, we can face any challenge that comes our way, just like Joseph did in Genesis 37-50.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of the seven years of famine in Genesis 41:30?
The seven years of famine signify a time of great hardship and testing for the land of Egypt, as prophesied by God through Pharaoh's dreams, and it serves as a reminder of God's sovereignty over all things, as seen in Genesis 41:28 and Genesis 45:5.
Will the people of Egypt forget the abundance they experienced during the seven good years?
Yes, according to Genesis 41:30, the abundance in the land of Egypt will be forgotten due to the severity of the famine that follows, as also stated in Genesis 41:31.
Is the famine a punishment from God or just a natural disaster?
While the Bible does not explicitly state that the famine is a punishment, it does indicate that God is in control of all events, including the famine, as seen in Genesis 41:32, and that He can use such events to accomplish His purposes, as seen in Romans 8:28.
How does this verse relate to the broader story of Joseph and the Israelites?
This verse is part of the story of Joseph's rise to power in Egypt and his role in saving his family and the Egyptians from the famine, ultimately fulfilling God's plan, as seen in Genesis 37:1-36 and Genesis 46:1-34.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I can prepare for the 'famines' in my own life, just as Joseph prepared Egypt for the coming famine?
- How can I trust in God's sovereignty, even when faced with difficult circumstances, like the Egyptians during the seven years of famine?
- What are some things in my life that I tend to 'forget' when things get tough, and how can I remember God's faithfulness during those times?
- In what ways can I be a 'Joseph' to those around me, providing wisdom and guidance during times of abundance and famine?
Gill's Exposition on Genesis 41:30
And there shall arise after them seven years of famine,.... Which might be occasioned by the river Nile not rising so high as to overflow its banks, as, when it did not rise to more than twelve
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 41:30
The seven good kine are seven years; and the seven good ears are seven years: the dream is one. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Genesis 41:30
There shall be no relics of it to keep it in men’ s minds, which will be so taken up with the contemplation of their present misery and future danger, that they will have neither heart nor leisure to reflect upon their former plenty, the remembrance whereof will but aggravate the present calamity.
Sermons on Genesis 41:30
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Why Didn't Someone Do Something - Lessons From Joseph Part2 by Shane Idleman | Shane Idleman emphasizes the importance of taking action in the face of challenges, drawing lessons from Joseph's story in Genesis. He highlights how God uses difficult times to pr |
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Practical Lessons From the Story of Joseph by J.R. Miller | J.R. Miller explores the life of Joseph, emphasizing God's providence in his journey from being a favored son to a slave and then a prisoner, ultimately rising to power in Egypt. H |
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A Pastor’s Response to "An Urgent Warning" by David Wilkerson | David Wilkerson emphasizes the role of a pastor in responding to prophetic warnings about impending dangers. He reassures his congregation of God's sovereignty and control over all |
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Hearing God Speak by Lou Sutera | In this sermon, the preacher reflects on the past four Sundays and the creative energy that has been released. He specifically focuses on a message he preached on fear and worry bo |
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Experiencing the Presence of God's Spirit by Francis Chan | This sermon emphasizes the importance of humility, repentance, and being open to God's leading, especially for both the younger and older generations within the church. It calls fo |
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Prayer by Manley Beasley | In this sermon, Dr. James Stewart emphasizes the importance of having both a vision and a strategy from God. He believes that God not only gives us a vision but also provides a str |
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Elijah Was a Man - Part 2 by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the story of Elijah from the Bible. He highlights how God used various circumstances to humble Elijah and teach him reliance on God alone. T |