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Supernatural Speed in the Dream
Commentator John Gill highlights the dream's impossible speed. The vine didn't just have branches; it budded, blossomed, and produced ripe grapes almost instantly. This supernatural progression signaled that the dream was no ordinary one, making a strong impression on the butler and pointing to a divine message.
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Albert Barnes
On Genesis 40:1–23
18th Century
Theologian
An uncomplaining patience and an unhesitating hopefulness keep Joseph's heart in calm tranquility. There is a God above, and that God is with him. …
John Gill
On Genesis 40:10
17th Century
Pastor
And in the vine [were] three branches which shot out from the root or body of it: and it [was as] though it b…
Matthew Henry
On Genesis 40:1–19
17th Century
Minister
It was not so much the prison that made the butler and baker sad, but rather their dreams. God has more ways than one to sadden spirits. Joseph had…