Genesis, 39

Mercy Sin Honesty God Temptation Faithfulness Obedience Acknowledging Almighty Anger Blessing

Joseph is sold to Potiphar, an Egyptian officer, and becomes successful in his service. Potiphar's wife falsely accuses Joseph of attempted rape and he is imprisoned.

Genesis, 39

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Joseph in Potiphar's House

1 And Joseph was brought down to Egypt; and Potiphar, an officer of Pharaoh, captain of the guard, an Egyptian, bought him of the hands of the Ishmeelites, which had brought him down thither.
2 And the LORD was with Joseph, and he was a prosperous man; and he was in the house of his master the Egyptian.
3 And his master saw that the LORD was with him, and that the LORD made all that he did to prosper in his hand.
4 And Joseph found grace in his sight, and he served him: and he made him overseer over his house, and all that he had he put into his hand.
5 And it came to pass from the time that he had made him overseer in his house, and over all that he had, that the LORD blessed the Egyptian's house for Joseph's sake; and the blessing of the LORD was upon all that he had in the house, and in the field.
6 And he left all that he had in Joseph's hand; and he knew not ought he had, save the bread which he did eat. And Joseph was a goodly person, and well favoured.
7 And it came to pass after these things, that his master's wife cast her eyes upon Joseph; and she said, Lie with me.
8 But he refused, and said unto his master's wife, Behold, my master wotteth not what is with me in the house, and he hath committed all that he hath to my hand;
9 There is none greater in this house than I; neither hath he kept back any thing from me but thee, because thou art his wife: how then can I do this great wickedness, and sin against God?
10 And it came to pass, as she spake to Joseph day by day, that he hearkened not unto her, to lie by her, or to be with her.
11 And it came to pass about this time, that Joseph went into the house to do his business; and there was none of the men of the house there within.
12 And she caught him by his garment, saying, Lie with me: and he left his garment in her hand, and fled, and got him out.
13 And it came to pass, when she saw that he had left his garment in her hand, and was fled forth,
14 That she called unto the men of her house, and spake unto them, saying, See, he hath brought in an Hebrew unto us to mock us; he came in unto me to lie with me, and I cried with a loud voice:
15 And it came to pass, when he heard that I lifted up my voice and cried, that he left his garment with me, and fled, and got him out.
16 And she laid up his garment by her, until his lord came home.
17 And she spake unto him according to these words, saying, The Hebrew servant, which thou hast brought unto us, came in unto me to mock me:
18 And it came to pass, as I lifted up my voice and cried, that he left his garment with me, and fled out.
19 And it came to pass, when his master heard the words of his wife, which she spake unto him, saying, After this manner did thy servant to me; that his wrath was kindled.
20 And Joseph's master took him, and put him into the prison, a place where the king's prisoners were bound: and he was there in the prison.
21 But the LORD was with Joseph, and shewed him mercy, and gave him favour in the sight of the keeper of the prison.
22 And the keeper of the prison committed to Joseph's hand all the prisoners that were in the prison; and whatsoever they did there, he was the doer of it.
23 The keeper of the prison looked not to any thing that was under his hand; because the LORD was with him, and that which he did, the LORD made it to prosper.

Commentary

Genesis chapter 39 is a pivotal chapter in the story of Joseph, the favored son of Jacob. It begins with Joseph being sold into slavery by his brothers and taken to Egypt. Despite his difficult circumstances, Joseph is able to find favor in the eyes of his master, Potiphar. Potiphar puts Joseph in charge of his household and entrusts him with all of his possessions. Joseph is successful in his new role and is blessed with God's favor. However, his success is short-lived when Potiphar's wife attempts to seduce him. Joseph refuses her advances and is thrown into prison as a result. Despite his unjust imprisonment, Joseph remains faithful to God and is eventually released from prison. The chapter ends with Joseph being appointed as the second-in-command of Egypt. This is a remarkable turn of events for Joseph, who was once a slave. It is a testament to his faithfulness and obedience to God, even in the face of adversity. Genesis chapter 39 is a powerful reminder of the importance of faith and obedience to God. It also serves as a reminder that God is always faithful and will reward those who remain faithful to Him.

Meet the heroes of Genesis, 39

God
God
Egypt
Egypt
Pharaoh
Pharaoh
Joseph
Joseph
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Assuming a reader with an average reading speed of 300 WPM reads the Genesis, chapter 39 it would take approximately 2 minutes to finish.

There are 23 verses in Genesis, chapter 39.