36. This food will be reserved for the seven years of famine to follow in the land of Egypt so that the land won’t be ravaged by the famine."
37. This advice seemed wise to Pharaoh and all his servants,
38. and Pharaoh said to his servants, "Can we find a man with more God-given gifts than this one?"
39. Then Pharaoh said to Joseph, "Since God has made all this known to you, no one is as intelligent and wise as you are.
40. You will be in charge of my kingdom, and all my people will obey your command. Only as the enthroned king will I be greater than you."
41. Pharaoh said to Joseph, "Know this: I’ve given you authority over the entire land of Egypt."
42. Pharaoh took his signet ring from his hand and put it on Joseph’s hand, he dressed him in linen clothes, and he put a gold necklace around his neck.