Genesis 41:47

And in the seven plenteous years the earth brought forth by handfuls.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Genesis 41:47

BSB
During the seven years of abundance, the land brought forth bountifully.
AKJV
And in the seven plenteous years the earth brought forth by handfuls.
CPDV
And the fertility of the seven years arrived. And when the grain fields were reduced to sheaves, these were gathered into the storehouses of Egypt.
ERV
And in the seven plenteous years the earth brought forth by handfuls.
NHEB
During the seven years of abundance the land produced large harvests.
SMT
And the earth will make in the seven years of plenty by handfuls.

Commentary for Genesis 41:47

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Genesis 41:47
Summary
Seven abundant harvest years yield plentifully
Place
Egypt
Event
Abundant harvest years commence
Estimated Time Period
c. 1800 BC
Category
Narrative