Genesis 41:53

The Passion Translation

Eventually, Egypt’s seven years of abundance came to an end.

Cross References

Luke 16:25

“But Abraham responded, ‘My friend, don’t you remember? While you were alive, you had all you desired. You surrounded yourself in luxury, while Lazarus had nothing. Now Lazarus dwells in the comforts of paradise and you are in agony.

Psalm 73:20

soon to disappear like a dream when one awakes. When the rooster crows, Lord God, you’ll despise their life of fantasies.

Genesis 41:52

The second he named Ephraim, saying, “God has made me fruitful in the land of my suffering.”

Genesis 41:54

Then began the seven years of famine, just as Joseph prophesied. Although there was a severe famine everywhere else, food was available throughout the land of Egypt.

Genesis 45:6

The famine has now endured for two years, and the land will not bear fruit for five more years.