The storyline of chapter 40 revolves around two dreams, two interpretations, and two vastly different outcomes for the dreamers. The dreamers are two ranking servants in the royal court—the chief cupbearer and chief baker. Joseph is in this chapter cast in a new role. Rather than being the dreamer (as his brothers referred to him), he is now the interpreter. His interpretations prove accurate; however, they are not the most significant moment of the story. As the story unfolds,
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