Genesis 41:44
Genesis 41:44 in Multiple Translations
And Pharaoh declared to Joseph, “I am Pharaoh, but without your permission, no one in all the land of Egypt shall lift his hand or foot.”
And Pharaoh said unto Joseph, I am Pharaoh, and without thee shall no man lift up his hand or foot in all the land of Egypt.
And Pharaoh said unto Joseph, I am Pharaoh, and without thee shall no man lift up his hand or his foot in all the land of Egypt.
Then Pharaoh said to Joseph, I am Pharaoh; and without your order no man may do anything in all the land of Egypt.
Then Pharaoh told Joseph, “I am Pharaoh, but without your permission nobody will lift a hand or a foot anywhere in the whole country.”
Againe Pharaoh saide vnto Ioseph, I am Pharaoh, and without thee shall no man lift vp his hand or his foote in all the land of Egypt.
And Pharaoh saith unto Joseph, 'I [am] Pharaoh, and without thee a man doth not lift up his hand and his foot in all the land of Egypt;'
Pharaoh said to Joseph, “I am Pharaoh. Without you, no man shall lift up his hand or his foot in all the land of Egypt.”
And Pharaoh said to Joseph, I am Pharaoh, and without thee shall no man lift up his hand or foot in all the land of Egypt.
And the king said to Joseph: I am Pharao; without thy commandment no man shall move hand or foot in all the land of Egypt.
The king said to Joseph, “I am the king, but no one in the whole land of Egypt will do anything [IDM] if you do not permit them to do it.”
Pharaoh said to Joseph, “I am the big boss, and you are my most important worker. If anybody in Egypt country wants to do something, they have to ask you first, and you can say yes or no.”
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Hebrew Word Reference — Genesis 41:44
Study Notes — Genesis 41:44
- Context
- Cross References
- Genesis 41:44 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Genesis 41:44
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 41:44
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Genesis 41:44
- Trapp's Commentary on Genesis 41:44
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Genesis 41:44
- Sermons on Genesis 41:44
Context — Joseph Given Charge of Egypt
44And Pharaoh declared to Joseph, “I am Pharaoh, but without your permission, no one in all the land of Egypt shall lift his hand or foot.”
45Pharaoh gave Joseph the name Zaphenath-paneah, and he gave him Asenath daughter of Potiphera, priest of On, to be his wife. And Joseph took charge of all the land of Egypt. 46Now Joseph was thirty years old when he entered the service of Pharaoh king of Egypt. And Joseph left Pharaoh’s presence and traveled throughout the land of Egypt.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 105:22 | to instruct his princes as he pleased and teach his elders wisdom. |
| 2 | Exodus 11:7 | But among all the Israelites, not even a dog will snarl at man or beast.’ Then you will know that the LORD makes a distinction between Egypt and Israel. |
Genesis 41:44 Summary
In Genesis 41:44, Pharaoh gives Joseph complete authority over Egypt, showing that he trusts Joseph completely. This means that Joseph is now in charge of making sure everyone in Egypt has what they need, and Pharaoh will only act if Joseph says it's okay. This is similar to how God gives us responsibilities and trusts us to make good choices (as seen in Luke 12:42-44). We can learn from Joseph's example by trusting God and using our talents to serve others, just as Joseph did in Egypt (with references to Genesis 41:44 and 1 Corinthians 4:2).
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for Pharaoh to say 'I am Pharaoh, but without your permission, no one in all the land of Egypt shall lift his hand or foot'?
This statement signifies that Pharaoh is granting Joseph absolute authority over Egypt, second only to himself, as seen in Genesis 41:44. This level of trust and power is rare, and it reflects the high esteem in which Pharaoh holds Joseph, much like the relationship between God and His faithful servants, as described in Matthew 25:21.
How does this verse relate to the concept of stewardship in the Bible?
This verse illustrates the principle of stewardship, where one person is entrusted with authority and responsibility over the resources and affairs of another, as seen in Luke 12:42-44 and 1 Corinthians 4:2. In this case, Pharaoh is entrusting Joseph with the stewardship of Egypt.
What can we learn about leadership and delegation from this verse?
This verse teaches us that effective leaders know how to delegate authority and trust their subordinates, as Pharaoh does with Joseph. This is also seen in the way Jesus delegates authority to His disciples, as in Matthew 10:1 and John 20:21-22.
How does Joseph's experience relate to our own walks with God?
Joseph's story, including this verse, reminds us that God can use anyone, regardless of their background or circumstances, to accomplish great things, as seen in Genesis 41:44 and 1 Corinthians 1:26-31. We can trust that God has a plan for our lives, just as He did for Joseph.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I need to trust God's sovereignty and provision, just as Joseph trusted God in Egypt?
- How can I, like Joseph, use my talents and gifts to serve others and bring glory to God?
- In what ways can I demonstrate humility and faithfulness in my own role, whether in family, work, or community, just as Joseph did in his position of authority?
- What are some ways I can cultivate a deeper trust in God's plan for my life, even when circumstances seem uncertain or challenging?
Gill's Exposition on Genesis 41:44
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 41:44
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Genesis 41:44
Trapp's Commentary on Genesis 41:44
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Genesis 41:44
Sermons on Genesis 41:44
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(Genesis) - Part 28 by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the story of Pharaoh's dream in Genesis 41. Pharaoh had a dream about seven fat cows being eaten by seven thin cows, and then seven years of |
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Christ in Genesis: Joseph's Throne by Stephen Kaung | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the lives of four individuals from the book of Genesis: Abel, Enoch, Noah, and Paul. He emphasizes the importance of accepting Jesus as the sa |
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The Exodus - From Egypt to Canaan - Sermon 1 of 5 by Roy Hession | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that all of humanity is under the domination of Satan due to sin. The power of Satan lies in sin, which gives him the ability to act as a ja |
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Is There a Difference? by C.H. Spurgeon | C.H. Spurgeon emphasizes God's sovereign power to protect His people, illustrating that just as He can silence the tongues of dogs, He can also grant peace amidst adversaries. He r |




