Guiding Questions: Genesis 40

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This is part of the Tanakh Yomi Project.

From Genesis 40:1–7 would it appear that Joseph’s relationship with the two royal stewards was that of a menial or _______?
In Genesis 40:8, what is implied by “God knows the meaning of dreams – tell me what you dreamt”?
Having positively interpreted the wine steward’s dream, what is Joseph’s request and is there any reply? (Genesis 40:13 – 15)
And, Genesis 40:20 – 23 leave the reader with what conclusion as to Joseph’s “future”?

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Perek Yomi materials originally produced by the USCJ and Dr. Morton K. Siegel.
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Exploring Judaism

Exploring Judaism is the digital home for Conservative/Masorti Judaism, embracing the beauty and complexity of Judaism, and our personal search for meaning, learning, and connecting. Our goal is to create content based on three core framing: Meaning-Making (Why?), Practical Living (How?), and Explainers (What?).

Post categories: Parashat Vayeshev, Parashat Vayeshev Study Guide, Sefer Bereshit / Book of Genesis, Tanakh Yomi, Torah

Post tags: Genesis 40, Perek Yomi (USCJ)

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