And the fame thereof was heard in Pharaoh’s house, saying, Joseph’s brethren are come: and it pleased Pharaoh well, and his servants.
When the news reached Pharaoh's palace that Joseph's brothers had come to Egypt, Pharaoh was very pleased, and so were all his officials.
This verse shows that Pharaoh was genuinely happy to hear that Joseph's family had come to Egypt, demonstrating the high regard and favor Joseph had earned in the royal court.
📚 Historical Context
This occurs during the seven years of famine that Joseph had predicted, when his brothers came to Egypt seeking food. Joseph had risen to become second-in-command of Egypt after interpreting Pharaoh's dreams and managing the country's preparation for the famine. The arrival of Joseph's family was significant because Pharaoh recognized Joseph's exceptional service and wanted to honor him by welcoming his relatives.
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