And Pharaoh was wroth against two of his officers, against the chief of the butlers, and against the chief of the bakers.
Pharaoh became angry with two of his officials: the head butler and the head baker.
This verse tells us that Pharaoh was furious with his chief butler and chief baker for some offense they had committed.
📚 Historical Context
In the biblical narrative of Genesis, Joseph is imprisoned in Egypt after being sold into slavery by his brothers, and he encounters various figures in his confinement. Pharaoh, the powerful ruler of ancient Egypt, becomes furious with his chief butler and chief baker, leading to their imprisonment as well, which sets the stage for Joseph's dream interpretations. This event reflects the hierarchical and often arbitrary nature of ancient Egyptian society, where the king's displeasure could drastically alter lives.
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