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Toen dat jaar voorbij was, kwamen zij in het tweede jaar weer bij hem en zeiden tegen hem: “Wij zullen er voor mijn heer geen geheim van maken dat, nu het zilver geld op is en de veestapel in het bezit van mijn heer is gekomen, er niets meer overgebleven is voor mijn heer dan alleen ons lichaam en onze grond.
Wat betekent dit?
In this verse, the people of Egypt tell Joseph that they have spent all their money and sold their animals to buy food. They have nothing left but their bodies and land. This shows how desperate they are due to the famine.
Uitgelegd voor kinderen
Imagine if you had to use all your allowance and toys to buy food because of a big drought. That's what's happening here. People are so hungry that they've used up everything they have.
Historische achtergrond
The Book of Genesis was written by Moses around 1446-1406 BCE. This verse is part of the narrative about Joseph and his brothers, and it reflects the severe famine in Egypt. The audience was primarily the Israelites, and the cultural setting shows the economic hardship of the time.
Toepassing voor vandaag
Consider a family that has to sell their home and belongings during a severe economic downturn to survive. This verse can teach us about the importance of preparedness and the value of community support during tough times.