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Now therefore let Pharaoh look for a discreet and wise man, and set him over the land of Egypt.

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Prophecy and Practicality

Joseph doesn't just interpret the dream; he offers a solution. Commentators like John Calvin explain that this is a mark of a true prophet of God: they don't just predict the future but also provide wise counsel and exhort people to action. Joseph's advice demonstrates that godly wisdom is practical and solution-oriented.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Genesis 41:1–57

18th Century

Theologian

  1. יאר ye'or — “river, canal,” mostly applied to the Nile. Some suppose the word to be Coptic.
  2. אחוּ 'āch…

John Calvin

John Calvin

On Genesis 41:33

16th Century

Theologian

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…

John Gill

John Gill

On Genesis 41:33

17th Century

Pastor

Now therefore let Pharaoh look out a man discreet and wise ,
&c.] Of good judgment and conduct, of abilities equal t…

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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Genesis 41:33–45

17th Century

Minister

Joseph gave good advice to Pharaoh. Fair warning should always be followed by good counsel. God has in his word told us of a day of trial before us…