Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Then Pharaoh said to Joseph, “Since God has made all this known to you, there is no one so discerning and wise as you. New Living Translation Then Pharaoh said to Joseph, “Since God has revealed the meaning of the dreams to you, clearly no one else is as intelligent or wise as you are. English Standard Version Then Pharaoh said to Joseph, “Since God has shown you all this, there is none so discerning and wise as you are. Berean Standard Bible Then Pharaoh said to Joseph, “Since God has made all this known to you, there is no one as discerning and wise as you. King James Bible And Pharaoh said unto Joseph, Forasmuch as God hath shewed thee all this, there is none so discreet and wise as thou art: New King James Version Then Pharaoh said to Joseph, “Inasmuch as God has shown you all this, there is no one as discerning and wise as you. New American Standard Bible So Pharaoh said to Joseph, “Since God has informed you of all this, there is no one as discerning and wise as you are. NASB 1995 So Pharaoh said to Joseph, “Since God has informed you of all this, there is no one so discerning and wise as you are. NASB 1977 So Pharaoh said to Joseph, “Since God has informed you of all this, there is no one so discerning and wise as you are. Legacy Standard Bible So Pharaoh said to Joseph, “Since God has made you know all of this, there is no one so understanding and wise as you are. Amplified Bible Then Pharaoh said to Joseph, “Since [your] God has shown you all this, there is no one as discerning and clear-headed and wise as you are. Christian Standard Bible So Pharaoh said to Joseph, “Since God has made all this known to you, there is no one as discerning and wise as you are. Holman Christian Standard Bible So Pharaoh said to Joseph, “Since God has made all this known to you, there is no one as intelligent and wise as you are. American Standard Version And Pharaoh said unto Joseph, Forasmuch as God hath showed thee all of this, there is none so discreet and wise as thou: Contemporary English Version The king told Joseph, "God is the one who has shown you these things. No one else is as wise as you are or knows as much as you do. English Revised Version And Pharaoh said unto Joseph, Forasmuch as God hath shewed thee all this, there is none so discreet and wise as thou: GOD'S WORD® Translation Then Pharaoh said to Joseph, "Because God has let you know all this, there is no one as wise and intelligent as you. Good News Translation The king said to Joseph, "God has shown you all this, so it is obvious that you have greater wisdom and insight than anyone else. International Standard Version Since God has revealed all of this to you," Pharaoh told Joseph, "there is no one so wise and discerning as you. Majority Standard Bible Then Pharaoh said to Joseph, ?Since God has made all this known to you, there is no one as discerning and wise as you. NET Bible So Pharaoh said to Joseph, "Because God has enabled you to know all this, there is no one as wise and discerning as you are! New Heart English Bible So Pharaoh said to Joseph, "Because God has shown you all of this, there is no one as discerning and wise as you. Webster's Bible Translation And Pharaoh said to Joseph, Forasmuch as God hath shown thee all this, there is none so discreet and wise as thou art: World English Bible Pharaoh said to Joseph, “Because God has shown you all of this, there is no one so discreet and wise as you. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd Pharaoh says to Joseph, “After God’s causing you to know all this, there is none intelligent and wise as you; Young's Literal Translation and Pharaoh saith unto Joseph, 'After God's causing thee to know all this, there is none intelligent and wise as thou; Smith's Literal Translation And Pharaoh will say to Joseph, After that God showed thee all this, none discerning and wise as thou. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleHe said therefore to Joseph: Seeing God hath shewn thee all that thou hast said, can I find one wiser and one like unto thee? Catholic Public Domain Version Therefore, he said to Joseph: “Because God has revealed to you all that you have said, would I be able to find anyone wiser and as much like you? New American Bible So Pharaoh said to Joseph: “Since God has made all this known to you, there is no one as discerning and wise as you are. New Revised Standard Version So Pharaoh said to Joseph, “Since God has shown you all this, there is no one so discerning and wise as you. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThen Pharaoh said to Joseph. Forasmuch as God has shown you all this, there is none so wise and discreet as you are: Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And Pharaoh said to Yoseph, “After God made known to you all this, there is none that is wise and understanding like you. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And Pharaoh said unto Joseph: 'Forasmuch as God hath shown thee all this, there is none so discreet and wise as thou. Brenton Septuagint Translation And Pharao said to Joseph, Since God has shewed thee all these things, there is not a wiser or more prudent man than thou. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Joseph Given Charge of Egypt…38So Pharaoh asked them, “Can we find anyone like this man, in whom the Spirit of God abides?” 39Then Pharaoh said to Joseph, “Since God has made all this known to you, there is no one as discerning and wise as you. 40You shall be in charge of my house, and all my people are to obey your commands. Only with regard to the throne will I be greater than you.”… Cross References Daniel 2:47 The king said to Daniel, “Your God is truly the God of gods and Lord of kings, the Revealer of Mysteries, since you were able to reveal this mystery.” 1 Kings 3:12 behold, I will do what you have asked. I will give you a wise and discerning heart, so that there will never have been another like you, nor will there ever be. Acts 7:10 and rescued him from all his troubles. He granted Joseph favor and wisdom in the sight of Pharaoh king of Egypt, who appointed him ruler over Egypt and all his household. Proverbs 2:6 For the LORD gives wisdom; from His mouth come knowledge and understanding. James 1:5 Now if any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him. 1 Corinthians 12:8 To one there is given through the Spirit the message of wisdom, to another the message of knowledge by the same Spirit, Exodus 31:3 And I have filled him with the Spirit of God, with skill, ability, and knowledge in all kinds of craftsmanship, Isaiah 11:2 The Spirit of the LORD will rest on Him—the Spirit of wisdom and understanding, the Spirit of counsel and strength, the Spirit of knowledge and fear of the LORD. 1 Kings 4:29-30 And God gave Solomon wisdom, exceedingly deep insight, and understanding beyond measure, like the sand on the seashore. / Solomon’s wisdom was greater than that of all the men of the East, greater than all the wisdom of Egypt. Colossians 2:3 in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge. Daniel 5:14 I have heard that the spirit of the gods is in you, and that you have insight, intelligence, and extraordinary wisdom. 1 Corinthians 1:24 but to those who are called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God and the wisdom of God. Job 32:8 But there is a spirit in a man, the breath of the Almighty, that gives him understanding. Ephesians 1:17 that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you a spirit of wisdom and revelation in your knowledge of Him. 1 Samuel 16:13 So Samuel took the horn of oil and anointed him in the presence of his brothers, and the Spirit of the LORD rushed upon David from that day forward. Then Samuel set out and went to Ramah. Treasury of Scripture And Pharaoh said to Joseph, For as much as God has showed you all this, there is none so discreet and wise as you are: Genesis 41:16,25,28,33 And Joseph answered Pharaoh, saying, It is not in me: God shall give Pharaoh an answer of peace… Jump to Previous Causing Clear Discerning Discreet Forasmuch God's Good Informed Intelligent Joseph Pharaoh Sense Showed Shown Wisdom WiseJump to Next Causing Clear Discerning Discreet Forasmuch God's Good Informed Intelligent Joseph Pharaoh Sense Showed Shown Wisdom WiseGenesis 41 1. Pharaoh has two dreams.9. Joseph interprets them. 33. He gives Pharaoh counsel, and is highly advanced, and married. 46. The seven years of plenty. 50. He begets children. 53. The famine begins. Then Pharaoh said to Joseph, This phrase marks a pivotal moment in Joseph's life and the narrative of Genesis. Joseph, once a Hebrew slave and prisoner, stands before Pharaoh, the ruler of Egypt. This encounter highlights the providence of God in Joseph's life, as he is brought from the depths of a dungeon to the heights of power. The setting is the Egyptian court, a place of immense political and cultural significance. Pharaoh's acknowledgment of Joseph is a testament to the divine orchestration of events, as Joseph's journey from Canaan to Egypt fulfills God's broader plan for the Israelites. “Since God has made all this known to you, there is no one as discerning and wise as you. Persons / Places / Events 1. PharaohThe ruler of Egypt who recognizes Joseph's God-given wisdom and appoints him to a position of authority. 2. Joseph A Hebrew man who, through God's revelation, interprets Pharaoh's dreams and is elevated to a high position in Egypt. 3. Egypt The setting of this event, where Joseph rises to power after interpreting Pharaoh's dreams. 4. God's Revelation The divine insight given to Joseph, enabling him to interpret dreams and demonstrate wisdom. 5. Dream Interpretation The event where Joseph interprets Pharaoh's dreams, leading to his promotion. Teaching Points God as the Source of WisdomRecognize that true wisdom and discernment come from God, as demonstrated in Joseph's life. Faithfulness in Adversity Joseph's rise to power was preceded by trials; remain faithful and trust God's timing and purpose. Using Gifts for God's Glory Like Joseph, use your God-given talents and insights to serve others and glorify God. Leadership and Humility Joseph's humility and reliance on God made him a great leader; emulate these qualities in your own life. God's Sovereignty in Circumstances Trust that God is in control and can use any situation for His purposes, as seen in Joseph's journey.Verses 39, 40. - And Pharaoh said unto Joseph, Forasmuch as (literally, after) God (Elohim) hath showed thee (literally, hath caused thee to know) all this, there is none so discreet and wise as thou art: thou shalt be over my house, and according unto thy word shall all my people be ruled - literally, according to thy mouth shall all my people dispose themselves, i.e. they shall render obedience to thy commands (LXX., Vulgate, Onkelos, Saadias, Pererius, Dathius, Rosenmüller, Keil, Kalisch, Lange, Murphy, and others); though by many competent authorities (Calvin, Schultens, Knobel, Ainsworth, Gesenius, Furst, Wordsworth, et alii) the rendering is preferred, "upon thy mouth shall all my people kiss," against which, however, is the fact that not even then were governors accustomed to be kissed on the lips by their subjects in token of allegiance. The suggestion that the verb should be taken in the sense of "arm themselves," as in 2 Chronicles 17:17 (Aben Ezra), does not meet with general acceptance. Only in the throne (or, more accurately, only as to the throne) will I be greater than thou. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Then Pharaohפַּרְעֹה֙ (par·‘ōh) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 6547: Pharaoh -- a title of Egypt kings said וַיֹּ֤אמֶר (way·yō·mer) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 559: To utter, say to אֶל־ (’el-) Preposition Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to Joseph, יוֹסֵ֔ף (yō·w·sêp̄) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3130: Joseph -- 'he increases', a son of Jacob, also the name of several Israelites “Since אַחֲרֵ֨י (’a·ḥă·rê) Preposition Strong's 310: The hind or following part God אֱלֹהִ֛ים (’ĕ·lō·hîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 430: gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative has made all כָּל־ (kāl-) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every this זֹ֑את (zōṯ) Pronoun - feminine singular Strong's 2063: Hereby in it, likewise, the one other, same, she, so much, such deed, that, known to you, הוֹדִ֧יעַ (hō·w·ḏî·a‘) Verb - Hifil - Infinitive construct Strong's 3045: To know there is no one אֵין־ (’ên-) Adverb Strong's 369: A non-entity, a negative particle as discerning נָב֥וֹן (nā·ḇō·wn) Verb - Nifal - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 995: To separate mentally, understand and wise וְחָכָ֖ם (wə·ḥā·ḵām) Conjunctive waw | Adjective - masculine singular Strong's 2450: Wise as you. כָּמֽוֹךָ׃ (kā·mō·w·ḵā) Preposition | second person masculine singular Strong's 3644: Like, as, when Links Genesis 41:39 NIVGenesis 41:39 NLT Genesis 41:39 ESV Genesis 41:39 NASB Genesis 41:39 KJV Genesis 41:39 BibleApps.com Genesis 41:39 Biblia Paralela Genesis 41:39 Chinese Bible Genesis 41:39 French Bible Genesis 41:39 Catholic Bible OT Law: Genesis 41:39 Pharaoh said to Joseph Because God has (Gen. 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