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
In the book of Genesis, Joseph had been elevated to a position of power in Egypt after interpreting Pharaoh's dreams, which foretold seven years of abundance followed by seven years of severe famine. He wisely advised the Egyptians to store grain during the plentiful years, and when the famine spread across the region, Joseph took charge of distributing the stored resources. This event highlights God's providence in using Joseph's experiences to preserve lives during a widespread crisis.
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