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Genesis 41:8
"And it came to pass in the morning that his spirit was troubled; and he sent and called for all the magicians of Egypt, and all the wise men thereof: and Pharaoh told them his dream; but there was none that could interpret them unto Pharaoh."
"“I have had a remarkable dream about you and Sister White, and feel it my duty to relate the same to you as far as I can remember. I dreamed that I related it to Sister White, as well as the interpretation thereof, which also was given me in the dream. When I awoke, something urged me to get up and write down all the particulars, lest I should forget them; but I neglected to do so, partly because I was tired, and partly because I thought it was nothing but a dream. But seeing that I never dreamed of you before, and that this dream was so intelligent, and so intimately connected with you, I have come to the conclusion that I ought to tell you. The following is all I can remember of it: 1T 597.2"
Both passages involve dreams that require interpretation. The EGW passage mentions a dream and its interpretation, while Genesis 41:8 describes Pharaoh's dream and the need for someone to interpret it. The connection is the theme of dreams and their interpretation.
Genesis 41:28
"This is the thing which I have spoken unto Pharaoh: What God is about to do he sheweth unto Pharaoh."
"“The dream of Pharaoh is one,” said Joseph. “God hath showed Pharaoh what He is about to do.” There were to be seven years of great plenty. Field and garden would yield more abundantly than ever before. And this period was to be followed by seven years of famine. “And the plenty shall not be known in the land by reason of that famine following; for it shall be very grievous.” The repetition of the dream was evidence both of the certainty and nearness of the fulfillment. “Now therefore,” he continued, “let Pharaoh look out a man discreet and wise, and set him over the land of Egypt. Let Pharaoh do this, and let him appoint officers over the land, and take up the fifth part of the land of Egypt in the seven plenteous years. And let them gather all the food of those good years that come, and lay up corn under the hand of Pharaoh, and let them keep food in the cities. And that food shall be for store to the land against the seven years of famine.” PP 220.4"
EGW directly quotes and paraphrases Genesis 41:28 within the larger context of Joseph interpreting Pharaoh's dream. The connection is undeniable.
Genesis 41:38
"And Pharaoh said unto his servants, Can we find such a one as this is, a man in whom the Spirit of God is?"
"danger that threatened the kingdom and the preparation necessary to meet it; and the king was convinced that he was the one best qualified to execute the plans which he had proposed. It was evident that a divine power was with him, and that there were none among the king's officers of state so well qualified to conduct the affairs of the nation at this crisis. The fact that he was a Hebrew and a slave was of little moment when weighed against his evident wisdom and sound judgment. “Can we find such a one as this is, a man in whom the Spirit of God is?” said the king to his counselors. PP 221.1"
EGW directly quotes Genesis 41:38. The context is also the same: Pharaoh recognizing the Spirit of God in Joseph.
Genesis 41:39
"And Pharaoh said unto Joseph, Forasmuch as God hath shewed thee all this, there is none so discreet and wise as thou art:"
"The Lord made Daniel and Joseph shrewd managers. He could work through them because they did not live to please their own inclination but to please God. COL 350.4"
The EGW passage mentions Joseph as a shrewd manager who pleased God. Genesis 41:39 supports this by Pharaoh acknowledging Joseph's wisdom and discretion, which God had shown him. This demonstrates Joseph's ability and God's favor, aligning with EGW's statement.
Genesis 41:54-56
"And the seven years of dearth began to come, according as Joseph had said: and the dearth was in all lands; but in all the land of Egypt there was bread. And when all the land of Egypt was famished, the people cried to Pharaoh for bread: and Pharaoh said unto all the Egyptians, Go unto Joseph; what he saith to you, do. And the famine was over all the face of the earth: And Joseph opened all the storehouses, and sold unto the Egyptians; and the famine waxed sore in the land of Egypt."
"This chapter is based on Genesis 41:54-56 ; 42 to 50 . At the very opening of the fruitful years began the preparation for the approaching famine. Under the direction of Joseph, immense storehouses were erected in all the principal places throughout the land of Egypt, and ample arrangements were made for preserving the surplus of the expected harvest. The same policy was continued during the seven years of plenty, until the amount of grain laid in store was beyond computation. PP 224.1 And now the seven years of dearth began to come, according to Joseph's prediction. “And the dearth was in all lands; but in all the land of Egypt there was bread. And when all the land of Egypt was famished, the people cried to Pharaoh for bread: and Pharaoh said unto all the Egyptians, Go unto Joseph; what he saith to you, do. And the famine was over all the face of the earth: and Joseph opened all the storehouses, and sold unto the Egyptians.” PP 224"
Ellen White directly references Genesis 41:54-56 in this passage.
Genesis 41:57
"And all countries came into Egypt to Joseph for to buy corn; because that the famine was so sore in all lands."
"From the beginning God has wrought through His people to bring blessing to the world. To the ancient Egyptian nation God made Joseph a fountain of life. Through the integrity of Joseph the life of that whole people was preserved. Through Daniel God saved the life of all the wise men of Babylon. And these deliverances are as object lessons; they illustrate the spiritual blessings offered to the world through connection with the God whom Joseph and Daniel worshiped. Everyone in whose heart Christ abides, everyone who will show forth His love to the world, is a worker together with God for the blessing of humanity. As he receives from the Saviour grace to impart to others, from his whole being flows forth the tide of spiritual life. AA 13.2"
The EGW passage directly references Joseph as a 'fountain of life' for Egypt, which aligns with the Bible verse describing people coming to Joseph in Egypt to buy corn during the famine. The verse supports the idea of Joseph's role in preserving life.