Genesis 39:4
“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.”
Genesis 39:4 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- 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.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- And Joseph found favour in the sight of his master, and ministered to him: and being set over all by him, he governed the house committed to him, and all things that were delivered to him:
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- And Joseph found favor in his sight, and he ministered unto him: and he made him overseer over his house, and all that he had he put into his hand.
- DARBYDarby
- And Joseph found favour in his eyes, and attended on him; and he set him over his house, and all that he had he gave into his hand.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- Joseph found favor in his sight. He ministered to him, and he made him overseer over his house, and all that he had he put into his hand.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- and Joseph findeth grace in his eyes and serveth him, and he appointeth him over his house, and all that he hath he hath given into his hand.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- Joseph found grace in his master's sight and served him. Potiphar made him overseer of his house and entrusted everything he had to Joseph's care.
Context: Genesis 39
2And the LORD was with Joseph, and he was a prosperous man; and he was in the house of his master the Egyptian.
3And his master saw that the LORD was with him, and that the LORD made all that he did to prosper in his hand.
4And 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.
5And 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.
6And 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.
About Genesis 39: Joseph and Potiphar's Wife
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.
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.