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Compassion in Suffering
Commentators highlight that despite his own unjust imprisonment, Joseph noticed the sadness of his fellow prisoners and showed concern. Scholars like Calvin and Henry suggest this is a key lesson: our own afflictions should soften our hearts and make us more compassionate toward the troubles of others. Simply being noticed can be a great relief to someone who is struggling.
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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 Calvin
On Genesis 40:6
16th Century
Theologian
And Joseph came in to them, in the morning. As I have recently said, we should here behold, with the eyes of faith, the wonderful providen…
John Gill
On Genesis 40:6
17th Century
Pastor
And Joseph came in to them in the morning
For though Joseph and they were in the same prison, yet not in the same wa…
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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…