Genesis 41:2 net — seven fine-looking, fat cows were coming up out of the Nile, and they grazed in the reeds.

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"seven fine-looking, fat cows were coming up out of the Nile, and they grazed in the reeds."

— Genesis 41:2, NET Bible

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Genesis 41 — Context

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Joseph’s Rise to Power At the end of two full years Pharaoh had a dream. As he was standing by the Nile,

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seven fine-looking, fat cows were coming up out of the Nile, and they grazed in the reeds.

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Then seven bad-looking, thin cows were coming up after them from the Nile, and they stood beside the other cows at the edge of the river.

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The bad-looking, thin cows ate the seven fine-looking, fat cows. Then Pharaoh woke up.

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Then he fell asleep again and had a second dream: There were seven heads of grain growing on one stalk, healthy and good.

Genesis 41:2 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Genesis 41:2 say?
Genesis 41:2 in the NET Bible reads: “seven fine-looking, fat cows were coming up out of the Nile, and they grazed in the reeds.”
Where is Genesis 41:2 in the Bible?
Genesis 41:2 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 41, verse 2.
Who wrote Genesis?
Genesis is traditionally attributed to Moses (traditional). Anciently attributed to Moses; many modern scholars view Genesis as a compilation of older oral and written sources finalized in or after the Babylonian exile. It was written c. 1446–1406 BC.
What is the book of Genesis about?
Genesis is the book of beginnings — the origin of the universe, humanity, sin, and the covenant family God chose to bless the nations. It traces creation, the fall, the flood, and the lives of the patriarchs Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph, laying the foundation for the rest of Scripture and pointing forward to the redemption that comes through the promised seed.
What are the major themes of Genesis?
Genesis explores themes including Creation, Fall, Covenant, Faith, Family, Promise. These themes shape the meaning and context of Genesis 41:2.
What translation should I read Genesis 41:2 in?
Genesis 41:2 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Genesis 41:2?
Genesis 41:2 reads (NET): “seven fine-looking, fat cows were coming up out of the Nile, and they grazed in the reeds.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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