King James Version:
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¶ And it came to pass, when she saw that he had left his garment in her hand, and was fled forth,
Complete Jewish Bible:
When she saw that he had left his robe in her hand and had escaped,
Berean Standard Bible:
When she saw that he had left his cloak in her hand and had run out of the house,
American Standard Version:
And it came to pass, when she saw that he had left his garment in her hand, and was fled forth,
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
And it came to pass, when she saw{H7200} that he had left{H5800} his garment{H899} in her hand{H3027}, and was fled{H5127} forth{H2351},
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Commentary for Genesis 39:13
Genesis 39:13 is a verse that falls within the narrative of Joseph, the favored son of Jacob, who was sold into slavery by his jealous brothers. The verse is part of a larger story known as Joseph's temptation and his subsequent rise to power in Egypt. In this particular verse, the "she" refers to Potiphar's wife, who, after failing to seduce Joseph, falsely accuses him of attempting to rape her. The garment left in her hand is significant because it serves as the "evidence" she uses to support her false claim.
The historical context of this verse is set in the patriarchal era, a time when the Hebrew people, or the ancient Israelites, were establishing their identity and religious practices. Slavery was a common social reality in the ancient Near East, and Joseph's story reflects the vulnerability of slaves, especially in situations involving sexual temptation and abuse of power.
The themes present in this verse include integrity, sexual morality, and the consequences of false accusations. Joseph's decision to flee from Potiphar's wife, leaving his garment behind, demonstrates his commitment to moral integrity and loyalty to Potiphar, his master. The verse also highlights the precariousness of Joseph's situation as a foreign slave in Egypt, where his word would have little value against that of an Egyptian woman of status. This event leads to Joseph's wrongful imprisonment, which, ironically, sets the stage for his eventual rise to power through his gift of interpreting dreams.
In summary, Genesis 39:13 captures a pivotal moment in Joseph's life, illustrating his moral fortitude in the face of temptation and the injustice that follows. It reflects the social dynamics of slavery and power in the ancient world and sets up the subsequent events that will lead to Joseph's elevation to a position of authority in Egypt. This narrative is not only a testament to Joseph's character but also serves as a story of hope and divine providence within the broader scope of the Israelites' journey as a people.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H7200
There are 1212 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: רָאָה
Transliteration: râʼâh
Pronunciation: raw-aw'
Description: a primitive root; to see, literally or figuratively (in numerous applications, direct and implied, transitive, intransitive and causative); advise self, appear, approve, behold, [idiom] certainly, consider, discern, (make to) enjoy, have experience, gaze, take heed, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] joyfully, lo, look (on, one another, one on another, one upon another, out, up, upon), mark, meet, [idiom] be near, perceive, present, provide, regard, (have) respect, (fore-, cause to, let) see(-r, -m, one another), shew (self), [idiom] sight of others, (e-) spy, stare, [idiom] surely, [idiom] think, view, visions. - Strong's Number: H5800
There are 206 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: עָזַב
Transliteration: ʻâzab
Pronunciation: aw-zab'
Description: a primitive root; to loosen, i.e. relinquish, permit, etc.; commit self, fail, forsake, fortify, help, leave (destitute, off), refuse, [idiom] surely. - Strong's Number: H899
There are 190 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: בֶּגֶד
Transliteration: beged
Pronunciation: behg'-ed
Description: from בָּגַד; a covering, i.e. clothing; also treachery or pillage; apparel, cloth(-es, ing), garment, lap, rag, raiment, robe, [idiom] very (treacherously), vesture, wardrobe. - Strong's Number: H3027
There are 1447 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: יָד
Transliteration: yâd
Pronunciation: yawd
Description: a primitive word; in distinction from כַּף, the closed one); used (as noun, adverb, etc.) in a great variety of applications, both literally and figuratively, both proximate and remote (as follows); a hand (the open one (indicating power, means, direction, etc.),; ([phrase] be) able, [idiom] about, [phrase] armholes, at, axletree, because of, beside, border, [idiom] bounty, [phrase] broad, (broken-) handed, [idiom] by, charge, coast, [phrase] consecrate, [phrase] creditor, custody, debt, dominion, [idiom] enough, [phrase] fellowship, force, [idiom] from, hand(-staves, -y work), [idiom] he, himself, [idiom] in, labour, [phrase] large, ledge, (left-) handed, means, [idiom] mine, ministry, near, [idiom] of, [idiom] order, ordinance, [idiom] our, parts, pain, power, [idiom] presumptuously, service, side, sore, state, stay, draw with strength, stroke, [phrase] swear, terror, [idiom] thee, [idiom] by them, [idiom] themselves, [idiom] thine own, [idiom] thou, through, [idiom] throwing, [phrase] thumb, times, [idiom] to, [idiom] under, [idiom] us, [idiom] wait on, (way-) side, where, [phrase] wide, [idiom] with (him, me, you), work, [phrase] yield, [idiom] yourselves. - Strong's Number: H5127
There are 143 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: נוּס
Transliteration: nûwç
Pronunciation: noos
Description: a primitive root; to flit, i.e. vanish away (subside, escape; causatively, chase, impel, deliver); [idiom] abate, away, be displayed, (make to) flee (away, -ing), put to flight, [idiom] hide, lift up a standard. - Strong's Number: H2351
There are 159 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: חוּץ
Transliteration: chûwts
Pronunciation: khoots
Description: or (shortened) חֻץ; (both forms feminine in the plural) from an unused root meaning to sever; properly, separate by awall, i.e. outside, outdoors; abroad, field, forth, highway, more, out(-side, -ward), street, without.