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Do Egyptian Titles Confirm the Story of Joseph?

Explore how Egyptian administrative titles match the job Joseph held under Pharaoh.

Timeline Focus: 1870 BCE

The Surprising Reality

Middle Kingdom inscriptions mention a 'overseer of the storehouses'—a title that closely parallels Joseph's job.

🤔The Context Question

But here's what most people don't realize: the administrative hierarchy described in Genesis has a clear Egyptian counterpart.

📚What We Know

Titles like 'controller of the granary' and 'chief steward' appear in tombs and papyri from the 19th century BC. While not naming Joseph, they reflect his described function. Explore administrative records from the app's Egyptian hierarchy map.

Explore the Full Context

Jump to 1870 BC and see exactly how Pharaoh managed grain—discover what this tells us about Joseph's world.

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📖Biblical References

📜Genesis 41:39–49

Scripture references supporting this historical context