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class="vheadingv"><b>Verse</b><a href="/bsb/genesis/41.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/genesis/41.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />The plan seemed good to Pharaoh and to all his officials.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/genesis/41.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />Joseph’s suggestions were well received by Pharaoh and his officials.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/genesis/41.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />This proposal pleased Pharaoh and all his servants.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/genesis/41.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />This proposal pleased Pharaoh and all his officials.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/genesis/41.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />And the thing was good in the eyes of Pharaoh, and in the eyes of all his servants.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/genesis/41.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />So the advice was good in the eyes of Pharaoh and in the eyes of all his servants.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/genesis/41.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Now the proposal seemed good to Pharaoh and to all his servants.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/genesis/41.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Now the proposal seemed good to Pharaoh and to all his servants.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/genesis/41.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Now the proposal seemed good to Pharaoh and to all his servants.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/genesis/41.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />And the proposal seemed good to Pharaoh and to all his servants.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/genesis/41.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Now the plan seemed good to Pharaoh and to all of his servants.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/genesis/41.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />The proposal pleased Pharaoh and all his servants,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/genesis/41.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />The proposal pleased Pharaoh and all his servants. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/genesis/41.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />And the thing was good in the eyes of Pharaoh, and in the eyes of all his servants.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/genesis/41.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />The king and his officials liked this plan. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/genesis/41.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />And the thing was good in the eyes of Pharaoh, and in the eyes of all his servants.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/genesis/41.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Pharaoh and all his servants liked the idea.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/genesis/41.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />The king and his officials approved this plan, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/genesis/41.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />What Joseph proposed pleased Pharaoh and all of his advisors, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/genesis/41.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />This proposal pleased Pharaoh and all his officials.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/genesis/41.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />This advice made sense to Pharaoh and all his officials.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/genesis/41.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />The proposal was good in the eyes of Pharaoh, and in the eyes of all his servants.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/genesis/41.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />And the thing was good in the eyes of Pharaoh, and in the eyes of all his servants.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/genesis/41.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />The thing was good in the eyes of Pharaoh, and in the eyes of all his servants. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/genesis/41.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />And the thing is good in the eyes of Pharaoh, and in the eyes of all his servants,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/genesis/41.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> And the thing is good in the eyes of Pharaoh, and in the eyes of all his servants,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/genesis/41.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And the word will be good in the eyes of Pharaoh, and in the eyes of all his servants.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/genesis/41.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />The counsel pleased Pharao and all his servants. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/genesis/41.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />The counsel pleased Pharaoh and all his ministers.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/genesis/41.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />This advice pleased Pharaoh and all his servants.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/genesis/41.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />The proposal pleased Pharaoh and all his servants.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/genesis/41.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />And the thing was good in the eyes of Pharaoh, and in the eyes of all his servants.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/genesis/41.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And the answer was excellent in the eyes of Pharaoh and in the eyes of his Servants.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/genesis/41.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />And the thing was good in the eyes of Pharaoh, and in the eyes of all his servants.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/genesis/41.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />And the word was pleasing in the sight of Pharao, and in the sight of all his servants.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/genesis/41-37.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/7ehevn8iSgc?start=10581" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/genesis/41.htm">Joseph Given Charge of Egypt</a></span><br> <span class="reftext">37</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/1697.htm" title="1697: had·dā·ḇār (Art:: N-ms) -- Speech, word. From dabar; a word; by implication, a matter or thing; adverbially, a cause.">This proposal</a> <a href="/hebrew/3190.htm" title="3190: way·yî·ṭaḇ (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms) -- To be good, well, glad, or pleasing. A primitive root; to be make well, literally or figuratively.">pleased</a> <a href="/hebrew/5869.htm" title="5869: bə·‘ê·nê (Prep-b:: N-cdc) -- An eye. Probably a primitive word; an eye; by analogy, a fountain."></a> <a href="/hebrew/6547.htm" title="6547: p̄ar·‘ōh (N-proper-ms) -- A title of Eg. kings. Of Egyptian derivation; Paroh, a general title of Egyptian kings.">Pharaoh</a> <a href="/hebrew/5869.htm" title="5869: ū·ḇə·‘ê·nê (Conj-w, Prep-b:: N-cdc) -- An eye. Probably a primitive word; an eye; by analogy, a fountain."></a> <a href="/hebrew/3605.htm" title="3605: kāl- (N-msc) -- The whole, all. Or kowl; from kalal; properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every.">and all</a> <a href="/hebrew/5650.htm" title="5650: ‘ă·ḇā·ḏāw (N-mpc:: 3ms) -- Slave, servant. From abad; a servant.">his officials.</a> </span><span class="reftext">38</span>So Pharaoh asked them, “Can we find anyone like this man, in whom the Spirit of God abides?”…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/7-10.htm">Acts 7:10</a></span><br />and rescued him from all his troubles. He granted Joseph favor and wisdom in the sight of Pharaoh king of Egypt, who appointed him ruler over Egypt and all his household.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/daniel/2-48.htm">Daniel 2:48</a></span><br />Then the king promoted Daniel and gave him many generous gifts. He made him ruler over the entire province of Babylon and chief administrator over all the wise men of Babylon.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/3-4.htm">Proverbs 3:4</a></span><br />Then you will find favor and high regard in the sight of God and man.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/3-28.htm">1 Kings 3:28</a></span><br />When all Israel heard of the judgment the king had given, they stood in awe of him, for they saw that the wisdom of God was in him to administer justice.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/16-22.htm">1 Samuel 16:22</a></span><br />Then Saul sent word to Jesse, saying, “Let David remain in my service, for I am pleased with him.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/daniel/6-3.htm">Daniel 6:3</a></span><br />Soon, by his extraordinary spirit, Daniel distinguished himself among the administrators and satraps. So the king planned to set him over the whole kingdom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/exodus/18-19.htm">Exodus 18:19-24</a></span><br />Now listen to me; I will give you some advice, and may God be with you. You must be the people’s representative before God and bring their causes to Him. / Teach them the statutes and laws, and show them the way to live and the work they must do. / Furthermore, select capable men from among the people—God-fearing, trustworthy men who are averse to dishonest gain. Appoint them over the people as leaders of thousands, of hundreds, of fifties, and of tens. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/4-29.htm">1 Kings 4:29-34</a></span><br />And God gave Solomon wisdom, exceedingly deep insight, and understanding beyond measure, like the sand on the seashore. / Solomon’s wisdom was greater than that of all the men of the East, greater than all the wisdom of Egypt. / He was wiser than all men—wiser than Ethan the Ezrahite, and wiser than Heman, Calcol, and Darda, the sons of Mahol. And his fame spread throughout the surrounding nations. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/18-5.htm">1 Samuel 18:5</a></span><br />So David marched out and prospered in everything Saul sent him to do, and Saul set him over the men of war. And this was pleasing in the sight of all the people, and of Saul’s officers as well.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/2-4.htm">Nehemiah 2:4-8</a></span><br />“What is your request?” replied the king. So I prayed to the God of heaven / and answered the king, “If it pleases the king, and if your servant has found favor in your sight, I ask that you send me to Judah, to the city where my fathers are buried, so that I may rebuild it.” / Then the king, with the queen seated beside him, asked me, “How long will your journey take, and when will you return?” So it pleased the king to send me, and I set a time. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/10-24.htm">1 Kings 10:24</a></span><br />The whole world sought an audience with Solomon to hear the wisdom that God had put in his heart.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/2-26.htm">1 Samuel 2:26</a></span><br />And the boy Samuel continued to grow in stature and in favor with the LORD and with man.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/2-52.htm">Luke 2:52</a></span><br />And Jesus grew in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/16-7.htm">Proverbs 16:7</a></span><br />When a man’s ways please the LORD, He makes even the man’s enemies live at peace with him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/daniel/1-19.htm">Daniel 1:19-20</a></span><br />And the king spoke with them, and among all the young men he found no one equal to Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah. So they entered the king’s service. / In every matter of wisdom and understanding about which the king consulted them, he found them ten times better than all the magicians and enchanters in his entire kingdom.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">And the thing was good in the eyes of Pharaoh, and in the eyes of all his servants.</p><p class="hdg">the thing.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/105-19.htm">Psalm 105:19</a></b></br> Until the time that his word came: the word of the LORD tried him.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/10-20.htm">Proverbs 10:20</a></b></br> The tongue of the just <i>is as</i> choice silver: the heart of the wicked <i>is</i> little worth.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/25-11.htm">Proverbs 25:11</a></b></br> A word fitly spoken <i>is like</i> apples of gold in pictures of silver.</p><p class="hdg">good.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/joshua/22-30.htm">Joshua 22:30</a></b></br> And when Phinehas the priest, and the princes of the congregation and heads of the thousands of Israel which <i>were</i> with him, heard the words that the children of Reuben and the children of Gad and the children of Manasseh spake, it pleased them.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/2_samuel/3-36.htm">2 Samuel 3:36</a></b></br> And all the people took notice <i>of it</i>, and it pleased them: as whatsoever the king did pleased all the people.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_kings/21-2.htm">1 Kings 21:2</a></b></br> And Ahab spake unto Naboth, saying, Give me thy vineyard, that I may have it for a garden of herbs, because it <i>is</i> near unto my house: and I will give thee for it a better vineyard than it; <i>or</i>, if it seem good to thee, I will give thee the worth of it in money.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/genesis/40-20.htm">Bondmen</a> <a href="/genesis/39-21.htm">Eyes</a> <a href="/genesis/41-35.htm">Good</a> <a href="/genesis/40-20.htm">Officials</a> <a href="/genesis/41-35.htm">Pharaoh</a> <a href="/genesis/11-6.htm">Plan</a> <a href="/genesis/34-18.htm">Proposal</a> <a href="/genesis/41-21.htm">Seemed</a> <a href="/genesis/41-10.htm">Servants</a> <a href="/genesis/41-28.htm">Word</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/genesis/41-38.htm">Bondmen</a> <a href="/genesis/42-24.htm">Eyes</a> <a href="/genesis/41-39.htm">Good</a> <a href="/genesis/45-16.htm">Officials</a> <a href="/genesis/41-38.htm">Pharaoh</a> <a href="/exodus/2-14.htm">Plan</a> <a href="/ezra/10-5.htm">Proposal</a> <a href="/genesis/45-16.htm">Seemed</a> <a href="/genesis/41-38.htm">Servants</a> <a href="/genesis/41-40.htm">Word</a><div class="vheading2">Genesis 41</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/genesis/41-1.htm">Pharaoh has two dreams.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">9. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/genesis/41-9.htm">Joseph interprets them.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">33. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/genesis/41-33.htm">He gives Pharaoh counsel, and is highly advanced, and married.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">46. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/genesis/41-46.htm">The seven years of plenty.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">50. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/genesis/41-50.htm">He begets children.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">53. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/genesis/41-53.htm">The famine begins.</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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This demonstrates Joseph's wisdom and discernment, qualities that are emphasized throughout his story. His ability to interpret dreams is a gift from God, highlighting the divine favor upon him.<p><b>pleased Pharaoh</b><br>Pharaoh, the ruler of Egypt, is depicted as being receptive to Joseph's counsel. This is significant because it shows a foreign ruler recognizing the wisdom imparted by God through Joseph. In the broader biblical narrative, this moment foreshadows the acceptance of God's wisdom by Gentile nations, a theme that recurs throughout Scripture.<p><b>and all his officials</b><br>The officials, or servants, of Pharaoh also agree with Joseph's plan. This collective approval underscores the unity and consensus among the Egyptian leadership, which is crucial for the successful implementation of the plan. It also highlights Joseph's ability to gain favor and trust, a trait that is essential for his rise to power. This acceptance by the officials can be seen as a type of Christ, who also found favor with both God and man (<a href="/luke/2-52.htm">Luke 2:52</a>).<p><b>Connections to Other Scripture</b><br>Joseph's rise to power and the acceptance of his proposal can be seen as a precursor to the story of Daniel, who also interprets dreams and gains favor in a foreign court (Daniel 2). Both stories emphasize God's sovereignty and the elevation of His chosen servants in foreign lands.<p><b>Historical and Cultural Context</b><br>In ancient Egypt, dreams were considered significant and often required interpretation by wise men or magicians. Joseph's ability to interpret dreams accurately would have been seen as a divine gift, setting him apart from the traditional Egyptian wise men. This cultural context highlights the extraordinary nature of Joseph's insight and the divine source of his wisdom.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/p/pharaoh.htm">Pharaoh</a></b><br>The ruler of Egypt, who is seeking a solution to the impending famine revealed in his dreams.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/j/joseph.htm">Joseph</a></b><br>A Hebrew man who interprets Pharaoh's dreams and proposes a plan to save Egypt from famine.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/e/egypt.htm">Egypt</a></b><br>The setting of the events, a powerful ancient civilization facing a future crisis.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/p/pharaoh's_officials.htm">Pharaoh's Officials</a></b><br>The advisors and administrators who serve Pharaoh and are involved in the decision-making process.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_plan.htm">The Plan</a></b><br>Joseph's proposal to store surplus grain during seven years of abundance to prepare for seven years of famine.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/d/divine_wisdom_and_guidance.htm">Divine Wisdom and Guidance</a></b><br>Joseph's ability to interpret dreams and propose a wise plan underscores the importance of seeking God's wisdom in our decision-making processes.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_sovereignty.htm">God's Sovereignty</a></b><br>The events in Joseph's life, including his rise to power, illustrate God's sovereign control over circumstances, even when they seem unfavorable.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/f/faithfulness_in_adversity.htm">Faithfulness in Adversity</a></b><br>Joseph's journey from prison to the palace teaches us to remain faithful and trust in God's timing, even when facing trials.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/i/influence_and_leadership.htm">Influence and Leadership</a></b><br>Joseph's influence in Egypt shows how God can use His people to impact nations and leaders when they are faithful and obedient.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/p/preparation_and_stewardship.htm">Preparation and Stewardship</a></b><br>The plan to store grain during years of plenty teaches the value of preparation and wise stewardship of resources.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_genesis_41.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Genesis 41</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_joseph_socialist_in_genesis.htm">Does Genesis depict Joseph's actions as socialist?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/evidence_of_hebrew_slave_as_egypt's_2nd.htm">Is there any archaeological evidence confirming a Hebrew slave rising to second-in-command in ancient Egypt (Genesis 45)?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_do_rahab_and_babylon_belong_to_zion.htm">Psalm 87:4 – How can Rahab (often associated with Egypt) and Babylon both be said to belong to Zion if they were historically distinct cultures? </a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/could_pharaoh_trust_an_ex-prisoner_fully.htm">Genesis 41:39-40: Is it plausible that Pharaoh would entrust total authority over Egypt to someone just released from prison based solely on dream interpretation?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/genesis/41.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verses 37, 38.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">And the thing was good in the eyes of Pharaoh, and in the eyes of all his servants.</span> The advice tendered recommended itself to the-king and his ministers. <span class="cmt_word">And Pharaoh said unto his servants, Can we find such a one as this is, a man in whom the Spirit of God is</span>? The Ruach Elohim, as understood by Pharaoh, meant the sagacity and intelligence of a deity (cf. <a href="/numbers/27-18.htm">Numbers 27:18</a>; <a href="/job/32-8.htm">Job 32:8</a>; <a href="/proverbs/2-6.htm">Proverbs 2:6</a>; <a href="/daniel/4-8.htm">Daniel 4:8, 18</a>; <a href="/daniel/5-11.htm">Daniel 5:11, 14</a>; <a href="/daniel/6-3.htm">Daniel 6:3</a>). <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/genesis/41-37.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">This proposal</span><br /><span class="heb">הַדָּבָ֖ר</span> <span class="translit">(had·dā·ḇār)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article | Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1697.htm">Strong's 1697: </a> </span><span class="str2">A word, a matter, thing, a cause</span><br /><br /><span class="word">pleased</span><br /><span class="heb">וַיִּיטַ֥ב</span> <span class="translit">(way·yî·ṭaḇ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3190.htm">Strong's 3190: </a> </span><span class="str2">To be good, well, glad, or pleasing</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Pharaoh</span><br /><span class="heb">פַרְעֹ֑ה</span> <span class="translit">(p̄ar·‘ōh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6547.htm">Strong's 6547: </a> </span><span class="str2">Pharaoh -- a title of Egypt kings</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and all</span><br /><span class="heb">כָּל־</span> <span class="translit">(kāl-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3605.htm">Strong's 3605: </a> </span><span class="str2">The whole, all, any, every</span><br /><br /><span class="word">his officials.</span><br /><span class="heb">עֲבָדָֽיו׃</span> <span class="translit">(‘ă·ḇā·ḏāw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5650.htm">Strong's 5650: </a> </span><span class="str2">Slave, servant</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/genesis/41-37.htm">Genesis 41:37 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/genesis/41-37.htm">Genesis 41:37 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/genesis/41-37.htm">Genesis 41:37 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/genesis/41-37.htm">Genesis 41:37 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/genesis/41-37.htm">Genesis 41:37 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/genesis/41-37.htm">Genesis 41:37 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/genesis/41-37.htm">Genesis 41:37 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/genesis/41-37.htm">Genesis 41:37 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/genesis/41-37.htm">Genesis 41:37 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/genesis/41-37.htm">Genesis 41:37 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/genesis/41-37.htm">OT Law: Genesis 41:37 The thing was good in the eyes (Gen. 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