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Genesis 41:56

Genesis 41:57-1964 bbe — And all lands sent to Egypt, to Joseph, to get grain, for the need was great over all the earth.

Bible in Basic English

"And all lands sent to Egypt, to Joseph, to get grain, for the need was great over all the earth."

— Genesis 41:57-1964, Bible in Basic English

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Genesis 41 — Context

54

Then came the first of the seven years of need as Joseph had said: and in every other land they were short of food; but in the land of Egypt there was bread.

55

And when all the land of Egypt was in need of food, the people came crying to Pharaoh for bread; and Pharaoh said to the people, Go to Joseph, and whatever he says to you, do it.

56

And everywhere on the earth they were short of food; then Joseph, opening all his store-houses, gave the people of Egypt grain for money; so great was the need of food in the land of Egypt.

57

And all lands sent to Egypt, to Joseph, to get grain, for the need was great over all the earth.

Genesis 41:57-1964 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Genesis 41:57-1964 say?
Genesis 41:57-1964 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “And all lands sent to Egypt, to Joseph, to get grain, for the need was great over all the earth.”
Where is Genesis 41:57-1964 in the Bible?
Genesis 41:57-1964 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 41, verses 57–1964.
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 41:57-1964.
What translation should I read Genesis 41:57-1964 in?
Genesis 41:57-1964 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 41:57-1964?
Genesis 41:57-1964 reads (BBE): “And all lands sent to Egypt, to Joseph, to get grain, for the need was great over all the earth.” 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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