KJV ORIGINAL
And Joseph answered Pharaoh, saying, It is not in me: God shall give Pharaoh an answer of peace.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Joseph answered Pharaoh, 'I cannot do this on my own. God will give you a peaceful answer.'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Joseph is humbly telling Pharaoh that he doesn't have the power to interpret dreams himself - only God can provide the answer that will bring peace.
📚 Historical Context
This occurs when Pharaoh summoned Joseph from prison to interpret his troubling dreams about seven fat and seven lean cows. Joseph had gained a reputation for interpreting dreams accurately while in prison. Rather than taking credit for this ability, Joseph immediately points Pharaoh to God as the true source of wisdom and interpretation.
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