Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version to instruct his princes as he pleased and teach his elders wisdom. New Living Translation He could instruct the king’s aides as he pleased and teach the king’s advisers. English Standard Version to bind his princes at his pleasure and to teach his elders wisdom. Berean Standard Bible to instruct his princes as he pleased and teach his elders wisdom. King James Bible To bind his princes at his pleasure; and teach his senators wisdom. New King James Version To bind his princes at his pleasure, And teach his elders wisdom. New American Standard Bible To imprison his high officials at will, That he might teach his elders wisdom. NASB 1995 To imprison his princes at will, That he might teach his elders wisdom. NASB 1977 To imprison his princes at will, That he might teach his elders wisdom. Legacy Standard Bible To imprison his princes at will, And that he might teach his elders wisdom. Amplified Bible To imprison his princes at his will, That he might teach his elders wisdom. Christian Standard Bible binding his officials at will and instructing his elders. Holman Christian Standard Bible binding his officials at will and instructing his elders. American Standard Version To bind his princes at his pleasure, And teach his elders wisdom. Contemporary English Version Joseph was in command of the officials, and he taught the leaders how to use wisdom. English Revised Version To bind his princes at his pleasure, and teach his senators wisdom. GOD'S WORD® Translation Joseph trained the king's officers the way he wanted and taught his respected leaders wisdom. Good News Translation with power over the king's officials and authority to instruct his advisers. International Standard Version to discipline his rulers at will and make his elders wise. Majority Standard Bible to instruct his princes as he pleased and teach his elders wisdom. NET Bible giving him authority to imprison his officials and to teach his advisers. New Heart English Bible to discipline his princes at his pleasure, and to teach his elders wisdom. Webster's Bible Translation To bind his princes at his pleasure; and teach his senators wisdom. World English Bible to discipline his princes at his pleasure, and to teach his elders wisdom. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionTo bind his chiefs at his pleasure, "" And he makes his elderly wise. Young's Literal Translation To bind his chiefs at his pleasure, And his elders he maketh wise. Smith's Literal Translation To bind his chiefs in his soul, and to make his old men wise. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThat he might instruct his princes as himself, and teach his ancients wisdom. Catholic Public Domain Version New American Bible To instruct his princes as he desired, to teach his elders wisdom. New Revised Standard Version to instruct his officials at his pleasure, and to teach his elders wisdom. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleTo discipline the governors at his pleasure and to teach the elders wisdom. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated That he would instruct Rulers as he pleased and would teach wisdom to the Elders. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917To bind his princes at his pleasure, And teach his elders wisdom. Brenton Septuagint Translation to chastise his rulers at his pleasure, and to teach his elders wisdom. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Tell of His Wonders…21He made him master of his household, ruler over all his substance, 22to instruct his princes as he pleased and teach his elders wisdom. 23Then Israel entered Egypt; Jacob dwelt in the land of Ham.… Cross References Genesis 41:40-44 You shall be in charge of my house, and all my people are to obey your commands. Only with regard to the throne will I be greater than you.” / Pharaoh also told Joseph, “I hereby place you over all the land of Egypt.” / Then Pharaoh removed the signet ring from his finger, put it on Joseph’s finger, clothed him in garments of fine linen, and placed a gold chain around his neck. ... Genesis 45:8 Therefore it was not you who sent me here, but God, who has made me a father to Pharaoh—lord of all his household and ruler over all the land of Egypt. Genesis 50:20 As for you, what you intended against me for evil, God intended for good, in order to accomplish a day like this—to preserve the lives of many people. Acts 7:10 and rescued him from all his troubles. He granted Joseph favor and wisdom in the sight of Pharaoh king of Egypt, who appointed him ruler over Egypt and all his household. Genesis 41:55 When extreme hunger came to all the land of Egypt and the people cried out to Pharaoh for food, he told all the Egyptians, “Go to Joseph and do whatever he tells you.” Genesis 41:39 Then Pharaoh said to Joseph, “Since God has made all this known to you, there is no one as discerning and wise as you. Genesis 41:41 Pharaoh also told Joseph, “I hereby place you over all the land of Egypt.” Genesis 41:46 Now Joseph was thirty years old when he entered the service of Pharaoh king of Egypt. And Joseph left Pharaoh’s presence and traveled throughout the land of Egypt. Genesis 42:6 Now Joseph was the ruler of the land; he was the one who sold grain to all its people. So when his brothers arrived, they bowed down before him with their faces to the ground. Genesis 45:9 Now return quickly to my father and tell him, ‘This is what your son Joseph says: God has made me lord of all Egypt. Come down to me without delay. Genesis 45:26 “Joseph is still alive,” they said, “and he is ruler over all the land of Egypt!” But Jacob was stunned, for he did not believe them. Genesis 47:13-14 There was no food, however, in all that region, because the famine was so severe; the lands of Egypt and Canaan had been exhausted by the famine. / Joseph collected all the money to be found in the land of Egypt and the land of Canaan in exchange for the grain they were buying, and he brought it into Pharaoh’s palace. Genesis 47:20 So Joseph acquired for Pharaoh all the land in Egypt; the Egyptians, one and all, sold their fields because the famine was so severe upon them. The land became Pharaoh’s, Genesis 47:25 “You have saved our lives,” they said. “We have found favor in our lord’s eyes, and we will be Pharaoh’s servants.” Genesis 50:18-21 His brothers also came to him, bowed down before him, and said, “We are your slaves!” / But Joseph replied, “Do not be afraid. Am I in the place of God? / As for you, what you intended against me for evil, God intended for good, in order to accomplish a day like this—to preserve the lives of many people. ... Treasury of Scripture To bind his princes at his pleasure; and teach his senators wisdom. teach Genesis 41:33,38 Now therefore let Pharaoh look out a man discreet and wise, and set him over the land of Egypt… Isaiah 19:11 Surely the princes of Zoan are fools, the counsel of the wise counsellers of Pharaoh is become brutish: how say ye unto Pharaoh, I am the son of the wise, the son of ancient kings? Jump to Previous Bind Chiefs Discipline Elders Imprison Instruct Maketh Pleased Pleasure Princes Teach Teaching Wisdom WiseJump to Next Bind Chiefs Discipline Elders Imprison Instruct Maketh Pleased Pleasure Princes Teach Teaching Wisdom WisePsalm 105 1. An exhortation to praise God, and to seek out his works7. The story of God's providence over Abraham 16. Over Joseph 23. Over Jacob in Egypt 26. Over Moses delivering the Israelites 37. Over the Israelites brought out of Egypt, fed in the desert, and planted in Canaan. to instruct his princes as he pleased This phrase refers to Joseph's authority in Egypt, where he was given the power to instruct the Egyptian princes. Joseph's rise to power is detailed in Genesis 41, where Pharaoh appoints him as second-in-command. This authority is significant as it demonstrates God's providence and fulfillment of His promises to Joseph, despite his earlier hardships. Joseph's ability to instruct the princes "as he pleased" indicates the trust and respect he earned, reflecting his wisdom and discernment. This mirrors the wisdom of Christ, who instructs with authority (Matthew 7:29). and teach his elders wisdom Persons / Places / Events 1. JosephThe central figure in this verse, Joseph was sold into slavery by his brothers, rose to power in Egypt, and became second only to Pharaoh. His account is a testament to God's providence and faithfulness. 2. Egypt The land where Joseph was taken as a slave and later became a ruler. Egypt serves as a backdrop for God's unfolding plan through Joseph's life. 3. Pharaoh The king of Egypt who appointed Joseph as his second-in-command. Pharaoh's trust in Joseph highlights God's favor upon Joseph. 4. Princes and Elders These are the leaders and wise men of Egypt whom Joseph instructed. This indicates Joseph's influence and the wisdom God granted him. 5. God's Providence The overarching theme of Joseph's account, demonstrating how God orchestrates events for His purposes and the good of His people. Teaching Points God's Sovereignty and TimingJoseph's journey from slavery to leadership illustrates God's perfect timing and control over circumstances. Trust in God's plan, even when it seems unclear. Wisdom from God Joseph's ability to instruct and teach wisdom to Egyptian leaders underscores the importance of seeking God's wisdom in our own lives. Influence and Leadership Like Joseph, Christians are called to be salt and light, influencing those around them with godly wisdom and integrity. Faithfulness in Trials Joseph remained faithful to God despite his trials. Believers are encouraged to remain steadfast in their faith, trusting that God is working for their good. Purpose in Position Joseph's position in Egypt was part of God's plan to save many lives. Consider how God might use your current situation for His purposes.Verse 22. - To bind his princes at his pleasure. The kings of Egypt were despots, and could imprison any subject. Joseph, as the Pharaoh's alter ego (Genesis 41:40, 44), would, of course, be able to do the same. And teach his senators wisdom. As being wiser than any of them (Genesis 41:38, 39). Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew to instructלֶאְסֹ֣ר (le’·sōr) Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct Strong's 631: To yoke, hitch, to fasten, to join battle his princes שָׂרָ֣יו (śā·rāw) Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 8269: Chieftain, chief, ruler, official, captain, prince as he pleased בְּנַפְשׁ֑וֹ (bə·nap̄·šōw) Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 5315: A soul, living being, life, self, person, desire, passion, appetite, emotion and teach יְחַכֵּֽם׃ (yə·ḥak·kêm) Verb - Piel - Imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 2449: To be wise his elders {wisdom}. וּזְקֵנָ֥יו (ū·zə·qê·nāw) Conjunctive waw | Adjective - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 2205: Old Links Psalm 105:22 NIVPsalm 105:22 NLT Psalm 105:22 ESV Psalm 105:22 NASB Psalm 105:22 KJV Psalm 105:22 BibleApps.com Psalm 105:22 Biblia Paralela Psalm 105:22 Chinese Bible Psalm 105:22 French Bible Psalm 105:22 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Psalm 105:22 To discipline his princes at his pleasure (Psalm Ps Psa.) |