“Genesis 41: Joseph and the Pharaoh,” Old Testament Seminary Student Study Guide (2002), 36–37
“Genesis 41,” Old Testament Seminary Student Study Guide, 36–37
Joseph and the Pharaoh
How would you feel if you were called to appear before the leader of your country and give him advice? What would you be thinking and what would you say? What would you do if you became a leader of your country, second only to the president, king, queen, or prime minister? As you read Genesis 41, see what Joseph did in these situations and compare his actions to what you would do.
Studying the Scriptures
Do two of the following activities (A–C) as you study Genesis 41.
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Describe or Draw
Describe or draw a picture of Pharaoh’s two dreams and tell what they meant, according to Joseph.
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Finish These Sentences in Your Own Words
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After Pharaoh told Joseph his dream, Joseph …
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Joseph suggested …
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Pharaoh made Joseph …
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Joseph had two sons …
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What Do You Suppose He Was Thinking?
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Describe what you believe Joseph might have been thinking and feeling about his life at the end of chapter 41 considering the ways the Lord blessed him since the time he was with his family in Canaan.
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What advice do you think Joseph would give to others about their trials?
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How would things be different if Joseph had given in to Potiphar’s wife?
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Pharaoh Made Joseph Ruler of All Egypt, by Joe Maniscalco; courtesy of Pacific Press Publishing Association