Parallel Verses
Lexham Expanded Bible
Now then, let Pharaoh select a man [who is] discerning and wise, and let him set him over the land of Egypt.
New American Standard Bible
Now let Pharaoh look for a man
King James Version
Now therefore let Pharaoh look out a man discreet and wise, and set him over the land of Egypt.
Holman Bible
“So now, let Pharaoh look for a discerning and wise man and set him over the land of Egypt.
International Standard Version
Therefore let Pharaoh select a wise, discerning person to place in charge over the land of Egypt.
A Conservative Version
Now therefore let Pharaoh look out for a man discreet and wise, and set him over the land of Egypt.
American Standard Version
Now therefore let Pharaoh look out a man discreet and wise, and set him over the land of Egypt.
Amplified
So now let Pharaoh [prepare ahead and] look for a man discerning and clear-headed and wise, and set him [in charge] over the land of Egypt [as governor under Pharaoh].
Bible in Basic English
And now let Pharaoh make search for a man of wisdom and good sense, and put him in authority over the land of Egypt.
Darby Translation
And now let Pharaoh look himself out a man discreet and wise, and set him over the land of Egypt.
Julia Smith Translation
And now will Pharaoh look out a man discerning and wise, and set him over the land of Egypt
King James 2000
Now therefore let Pharaoh seek out a man discreet and wise, and set him over the land of Egypt.
Modern King James verseion
Now therefore let Pharaoh look for a man who is discreet and wise, and set him over the land of Egypt.
Modern Spelling Tyndale-Coverdale
Now therefore, let Pharaoh provide for a man of understanding and wisdom, and set him over the land of Egypt.
NET Bible
"So now Pharaoh should look for a wise and discerning man and give him authority over all the land of Egypt.
New Heart English Bible
"Now therefore let Pharaoh look for a discreet and wise man, and set him over the land of Egypt.
The Emphasized Bible
Now, therefore, let Pharaoh look out a man discreet and wise, - and set him over the land of Egypt.
Webster
Now therefore let Pharaoh look out a man discreet and wise, and set him over the land of Egypt.
World English Bible
"Now therefore let Pharaoh look for a discreet and wise man, and set him over the land of Egypt.
Youngs Literal Translation
'And now, let Pharaoh provide a man, intelligent and wise, and set him over the land of Egypt;
Themes
Bible stories for children » The boy captive who became prime minister
Dream » Instances of » Pharaoh
Egypt » History of israel in » Joseph counsels pharaoh
Government » Paternal functions of
Joseph » Summary of his life » Unspoiled by sudden prosperity
Joseph » Son of jacob » His wisdom
Joseph » Son of jacob » Is an interpreter of dreams » Of pharaoh
Magistrates » Wisdom and integrity essential to
Promotion » Instances of » Joseph, from imprisoned slave to prince
Prudence » Instances of » Joseph, in the affairs of egypt
Rulers' » Wisdom and integrity essential to
Servant » Instances of good » Joseph
The Nation » Of israel and judah rulers » Wisdom and integrity essential to
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Word Count of 20 Translations in Genesis 41:33
Verse Info
Context Readings
Joseph Advises Pharaoh
32 Now concerning the repetition of the dream twice to Pharaoh, [it is] because the matter [is] established by God, and God will do [it] quickly. 33 Now then, let Pharaoh select a man [who is] discerning and wise, and let him set him over the land of Egypt. 34 Let Pharaoh do [this], and let him appoint supervisors over the land, and let him take one-fifth from the land of Egypt in the seven years of abundance.
Cross References
Genesis 41:39
Then Pharaoh said to Joseph, "Since God has made all of this known to you there is no one as discerning and wise as you.
Exodus 18:19-22
Now listen to my voice; I will advise you, and may God be with you. You be for the people before God, and you bring the issues to God.
Deuteronomy 1:13
Choose for yourselves {wise and discerning and knowledgeable men} for [each of] your tribes, and I will appoint them as your leaders.'
Daniel 4:27
Therefore, O king, let my advice be acceptable [to you] and your sin remove with righteousness and your iniquity with having mercy on [the] oppressed, {in case there might be a prolongation of your prosperity}.'"
Acts 6:3
So, brothers, select from among you seven men {of good reputation}, full of the Spirit and wisdom, whom we will put in charge of this need.