16. God ordered a time of hunger in the land,and he destroyed all the food.
17. Then he sent a man ahead of them—Joseph, who was sold as a slave.
18. They put chains around his feetand an iron ring around his neck.
19. Then the time he had spoken of came,and the Lord’s words proved that Joseph was right.
20. The king of Egypt sent for Joseph and freed him;the ruler of the people set him free.
21. He made him the master of his house;Joseph was in charge of his riches.
22. He could order the princes as he wished.He taught the older men to be wise.