genesis-41:33-41-niv

Adam Clarke's Commentary on the Bible - Genesis 41:33

A man discreet and wise - As it is impossible that Joseph could have foreseen his own elevation, consequently he gave this advice without any reference to himself. The counsel therefore was either immediately inspired by God, or was dictated by policy, prudence, and sound sense. read more

Adam Clarke

Adam Clarke's Commentary on the Bible - Genesis 41:34

Let him appoint officers - פקדים pekidim , visitors, overseers: translated by Ainsworth, bishops; see Genesis 39:1 . Take up the fifth part of the land - What is still called the meery, or that part of the produce which is claimed by the king by way of tax. It is probable that in Joseph's time it was not so much as a fifth part, most likely a tenth: but as this was an extraordinary occasion, and the earth brought forth by handfuls, Genesis 41:47 , the king would be justified in... read more

Adam Clarke

Adam Clarke's Commentary on the Bible - Genesis 41:35

Under the hand of Pharaoh - To be completely at the disposal of the king. read more

Adam Clarke

Adam Clarke's Commentary on the Bible - Genesis 41:37

The thing was good - Pharaoh and his courtiers saw that the counsel was prudent, and should be carefully followed. read more

Adam Clarke

Adam Clarke's Commentary on the Bible - Genesis 41:38

In whom the Spirit of God is? - אלהים רוח ruach Elohim , the identical words used Genesis 1:2 ; and certainly to be understood here as in the preceding place. If the Egyptians were idolaters, they acknowledged Joseph's God; and it is not to be supposed that they only became acquainted with him on this occasion. The knowledge of the true God was in Egypt long before; but it is very likely that though they acknowledged his influence with respect to Joseph, as they saw most clearly that... read more

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Adam Clarke's Commentary on the Bible - Genesis 41:40

According unto thy word shall all my people be ruled - Literally, At thy mouth shall all my people kiss. In the eastern countries it is customary to kiss any thing that comes from a superior, and this is done by way of testifying respect and submission. In this sense the words in the text are to be understood: All the people shall pay the profoundest respect and obedience to all thy orders and commands. Only in the throne will I be greater than thou - This, in one word, is a perfect... read more

John Calvin

John Calvin's Commentary on the Bible - Genesis 41:33

Verse 33 33.Now therefore let Pharaoh look out a man. Joseph does more than he had been asked to do; for he is not merely the interpreter of the dream; but, as fulfilling the office of a prophet, he adds instruction and counsel. For we know that the true and lawful prophets of God do not barely predict what will happen in future; but propose remedies for impending evils. Therefore Joseph, after he had uttered a prophecy of the changes which would take place in fourteen years, now teaches what... read more

John Calvin

John Calvin's Commentary on the Bible - Genesis 41:35

Verse 35 35.Under the hand of Pharaoh. Whereas prosperity so intoxicates men, that the greater part make no provision for themselves against the future, but absorb the present abundance by intemperance; Joseph advises the king to take care that the country may have its produce laid up in store. Besides, the common people would also form themselves to habits of frugality, when they understood that this great quantity of corn was not collected in vain by the king, but that a remedy was hereby... read more

John Calvin

John Calvin's Commentary on the Bible - Genesis 41:38

Verse 38 38.Can we find such a one as this? We see that necessity is an excellent teacher. If prefects or judges are to be created, some one is advanced to the honor because he is a favorite, without consideration of his desert; whence it happens that they who are most unworthy frequently creep into office. And although we see political order disturbed and mankind involved in many inconveniences, because they who are least suitable, rashly push themselves, by wicked contrivances, into affairs... read more

John Calvin

John Calvin's Commentary on the Bible - Genesis 41:40

Verse 40 40.Thou shalt be over my house. Not only is Joseph made governor of Egypt, but is adorned also with the insignia of royalty, that all may reverence him, and may obey his command. The royal signet is put upon his finger for the confirmation of decrees. He is clothed in robes of fine linen, which were then a luxury, and were not to be had at any common price. He is placed in the most honorable chariot. (159) It may, however, be asked, whether it was lawful for the holy man to appear with... read more

Adam Clarke's Commentary on the Bible - Genesis 41:33

Adam Clarke's Commentary on the Bible - Genesis 41:34

Adam Clarke's Commentary on the Bible - Genesis 41:35

Adam Clarke's Commentary on the Bible - Genesis 41:37

Adam Clarke's Commentary on the Bible - Genesis 41:38

Adam Clarke's Commentary on the Bible - Genesis 41:40

John Calvin's Commentary on the Bible - Genesis 41:33

John Calvin's Commentary on the Bible - Genesis 41:35

John Calvin's Commentary on the Bible - Genesis 41:38

John Calvin's Commentary on the Bible - Genesis 41:40

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