English (YLT) 1898 Young's Literal Translation by Robert Young
Genesis 41:54 — English (YLT) 1898 Young's Literal Translation by Robert Young
and the seven years of famine begin to come, as Joseph said, and famine is in all the lands, but in all the land of Egypt hath been bread;
What Does This Mean?
This verse tells us that the seven years of famine started just as Joseph predicted. While the famine affected the whole world, Egypt had plenty of food because of Joseph's preparations.
Explained for Children
Imagine you have a big cookie jar and you save lots of cookies. Then when your friends don't have any cookies, you can share yours. That's like what Joseph did with the food in Egypt!
Historical Background
The book of Genesis was likely written by Moses around 1400 BC. The audience was the Israelites who were wandering in the desert. The cultural setting was one of scarcity and the fear of famine.
Living It Out Today
In today's world, Joseph's story teaches us about the importance of planning ahead and being prepared. For example, a business might stockpile supplies during good times to weather an economic downturn.
