Genesis 41:41

41 Pharaoh also said to Joseph, "See, I am placing you over all the land of Egypt."

Genesis 41:41 Meaning and Commentary

Genesis 41:41

And Pharaoh said unto Joseph
He continued speaking to him for the greater confirmation of what he had said, and for further explanation of it: see, I have set thee over all the land of Egypt;
not merely as the corn master general, to take care of a provision of corn in time of plenty, against a time of scarcity, but as a viceroy or deputy governor over the whole land, as appears by the ensigns of honour and dignity bestowed on him; of which in the following verses.

Genesis 41:41 In-Context

39 So Pharaoh said to Joseph, "Since God has made all this known to you, there is no one as intelligent and wise as you.

40 You will be over my house, and all my people will obey your commands. Only with regard to the throne will I be greater than you."

41 Pharaoh also said to Joseph, "See, I am placing you over all the land of Egypt."

42 Pharaoh removed his signet ring from his hand and put it on Joseph's hand, clothed him with fine linen garments, and placed a gold chain around his neck.

43 He had Joseph ride in his second chariot, and [servants] called out before him, "Abrek!" So he placed him over all the land of Egypt.