Gen 47:3 | MHM | STEP | v. 3 : Pharaoh asks the brothers about their work, and they answer honestly that they are shepherds, as their ancestors were ( v. 3 ). Pharaoh wants to make sure they will be useful and not idle. This reminds us that everyone should have a purpose or job in society.

‏ Genesis 47:3

v. 3: Pharaoh asks the brothers about their work, and they answer honestly that they are shepherds, as their ancestors were (v. 3 ^a). Pharaoh wants to make sure they will be useful and not idle. This reminds us that everyone should have a purpose or job in society.