Genesis 41:46

And Joseph was thirty years old when he stood before Pharaoh king of Egypt. And Joseph went out from the presence of Pharaoh, and went throughout all the land of Egypt.

Cross-reference

Genesis 41:29 Historical context

Genesis 41:29 records the prophecy of seven years of plenty — the very context Joseph steps into as he begins his service.

Genesis 37:2 Historical context

Genesis 37:2 records Joseph at seventeen, highlighting the thirteen-year gap before his rise to power at thirty.

2 Samuel 5:4 notes David began his reign at thirty, matching Joseph's age when he assumed authority.

Proverbs 22:29 promises a skilled worker will stand before kings, fulfilled by Joseph serving Pharaoh.

Luke 3:23 Typology

Luke 3:23 says Jesus began his ministry at about thirty, a typological echo of Joseph's entry into service.

Daniel 1:19 Parallel

Daniel 1:19 depicts Daniel and friends standing before the king, similar to Joseph standing before Pharaoh.

Exodus 7:7 Parallel

Exodus 7:7 gives Moses' age (80) when he stood before Pharaoh — a parallel to Joseph's age (30) at his royal service.