And the famine was over all the face of the earth: And Joseph opened all the storehouses, and sold unto the Egyptians; and the famine waxed sore in the land of Egypt.
The famine spread across the entire world. So Joseph opened all the storage buildings and sold grain to the Egyptians, because the famine became very severe in Egypt too.
This verse shows how Joseph's careful planning during the good years saved Egypt and surrounding nations when the predicted seven-year famine struck the entire region.
📚 Historical Context
This occurs during Joseph's time as second-in-command of Egypt, after he interpreted Pharaoh's dream about seven years of abundance followed by seven years of famine. During the abundant years, Joseph had stored up grain in preparation. Now that famine has struck not just Egypt but the entire known world, Joseph's wisdom and God's provision through him becomes crucial for survival.
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