Ancient pictures of the pharaohs often show them holding a symbol of power, such as a shepherd's crook, a mace (a club-like weapon), or a curved sword.
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The egyiptians thought a pharaoh was a god and they could really do whatever they wanted.
In Egyptian mythology, the crook is a symbol of authority and leadership, often associated with the pharaoh. The flail of Ra is a symbol of power and protection, representing the sun god's ability to control and protect his followers.
In the Biblical account, Pharaoh delegates part of his own authority and power to Joseph. Joseph is clearly an important man, but he's still subject to Pharaoh.
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a slave had to work, while a pharaoh didn't have to. slaves are under the power of the pharaoh. the pharaoh rules over himself