Genesis 41:45

King James Version:

(The Lord speaking is red text)

And Pharaoh called Joseph's name Zaphnathpaaneah; and he gave him to wife Asenath the daughter of Potipherah priest of On. And Joseph went out over [all] the land of Egypt.

Complete Jewish Bible:

Pharaoh called Yosef by the name Tzafnat-Pa'neach and gave him as his wife Osnat the daughter of Poti-Fera priest of On. Then Yosef went out through all the land of Egypt.

Berean Standard Bible:

Pharaoh gave Joseph the name Zaphenath-paneah, and he gave him Asenath daughter of Potiphera, priest of On, to be his wife. And Joseph took charge of all the land of Egypt.

American Standard Version:

And Pharaoh called Joseph’s name Zaphenath-paneah; and he gave him to wife Asenath, the daughter of Poti-phera priest of On. And Joseph went out over the land of Egypt.

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

And Pharaoh^{H6547} called^{H7121} Joseph's^{H3130} name^{H8034} Zaphnathpaaneah^{H6847}; and he gave^{H5414} him to wife^{H802} Asenath^{H621} the daughter^{H1323} of Potipherah^{H6319} priest^{H3548} of On^{H204}. And Joseph^{H3130} went out^{H3318} over all the land^{H776} of Egypt^{H4714}.

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Commentary for Genesis 41:45

Genesis 41:45 is a verse that captures a pivotal moment in the life of Joseph, a key figure in the Book of Genesis. The historical context of this verse is set in ancient Egypt during the period when the Hyksos, a Semitic people, likely held influence over the region, which could explain the ease with which a foreigner like Joseph could rise to power. The themes present in this verse include divine favor, assimilation, and the establishment of authority.

In the verse, Pharaoh bestows upon Joseph a new Egyptian name, "Zaphnathpaaneah," signifying Joseph's elevation from a Hebrew slave to an esteemed official in Egypt. The name itself may mean "God speaks and he lives," which could reflect both Joseph's ability to interpret dreams and his new role as a life-saving administrator. This renaming is symbolic of Joseph's complete integration into Egyptian society at the highest levels.

Additionally, Pharaoh solidifies Joseph's status by arranging his marriage to Asenath, the daughter of Potipherah, a priest of On (Heliopolis), an ancient city known for its solar cult and priestly class. This marriage not only secures Joseph's position within the Egyptian elite but also creates a familial bond with the priestly class, further establishing his acceptance and authority in the land.

The final part of the verse, "And Joseph went out over [all] the land of Egypt," emphasizes the scope of Joseph's power and responsibilities. As the second-in-command, Joseph's domain extends across all of Egypt, a role he assumes with Pharaoh's full confidence after successfully interpreting the ruler's dreams and devising a plan to mitigate the effects of the coming famine. This verse marks the culmination of Joseph's rise from pit to palace, a journey that underscores themes of God's providence, the fulfillment of dreams, and the preparation of Joseph for the role he would play in preserving his family and the future nation of Israel during times of severe hardship.

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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)

1. Strong's Number: H6547
   There are 230 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: פַּרְעֹה
   Transliteration: Parʻôh
   Pronunciation: par-o'
   Description: of Egyptian derivation; Paroh, a general title of Egyptian kings; Pharaoh.
   
2. Strong's Number: H7121
   There are 689 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: קָרָא
   Transliteration: qârâʼ
   Pronunciation: kaw-raw'
   Description: a primitive root (rather identical with קָרָא through the idea of accosting a person met); to call out to (i.e. properly, address by name, but used in a wide variety of applications); bewray (self), that are bidden, call (for, forth, self, upon), cry (unto), (be) famous, guest, invite, mention, (give) name, preach, (make) proclaim(-ation), pronounce, publish, read, renowned, say.
   
3. Strong's Number: H3130
   There are 193 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: יוֹסֵף
   Transliteration: Yôwçêph
   Pronunciation: yo-safe'
   Description: future of יָסַף; let him add (or perhaps simply active participle adding); Joseph, the name of seven Israelites; Joseph. Compare יְהוֹסֵף.
   
4. Strong's Number: H8034
   There are 771 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: שֵׁם
   Transliteration: shêm
   Pronunciation: shame
   Description: a primitive word (perhaps rather from through the idea of definite and conspicuous position; compare שָׁמַיִם); an appellation, as amark or memorial of individuality; by implication honor, authority, character; [phrase] base, (in-) fame(-ous), named(-d), renown, report.
   
5. Strong's Number: H6847
   There are 1 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: צׇפְנַת פַּעְנֵחַ
   Transliteration: Tsophnath Paʻnêach
   Pronunciation: tsof-nath' pah-nay'-akh
   Description: of Egyptian derivation; Tsophnath-Paneach, Joseph's Egyptian name; Zaphnath-paaneah.
   
6. Strong's Number: H5414
   There are 1816 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: נָתַן
   Transliteration: nâthan
   Pronunciation: naw-than'
   Description: a primitive root; to give, used with greatest latitude of application (put, make, etc.); add, apply, appoint, ascribe, assign, [idiom] avenge, [idiom] be (healed), bestow, bring (forth, hither), cast, cause, charge, come, commit, consider, count, [phrase] cry, deliver (up), direct, distribute, do, [idiom] doubtless, [idiom] without fail, fasten, frame, [idiom] get, give (forth, over, up), grant, hang (up), [idiom] have, [idiom] indeed, lay (unto charge, up), (give) leave, lend, let (out), [phrase] lie, lift up, make, [phrase] O that, occupy, offer, ordain, pay, perform, place, pour, print, [idiom] pull, put (forth), recompense, render, requite, restore, send (out), set (forth), shew, shoot forth (up), [phrase] sing, [phrase] slander, strike, (sub-) mit, suffer, [idiom] surely, [idiom] take, thrust, trade, turn, utter, [phrase] weep, [phrase] willingly, [phrase] withdraw, [phrase] would (to) God, yield.
   
7. Strong's Number: H802
   There are 729 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: אִשָּׁה
   Transliteration: ʼishshâh
   Pronunciation: ish-shaw'
   Description: feminine of אִישׁ or אֱנוֹשׁ; irregular plural, נָשִׁים;(used in the same wide sense as אֱנוֹשׁ); a woman; (adulter) ess, each, every, female, [idiom] many, [phrase] none, one, [phrase] together, wife, woman. Often unexpressed in English.
   
8. Strong's Number: H621
   There are 2448 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: אָסְנַת
   Transliteration: ʼÂçᵉnath
   Pronunciation: aw-se-nath'
   Description: of Egyptian derivation; Asenath, the wife of Joseph; Asenath.
   
9. Strong's Number: H1323
   There are 499 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: בַּת
   Transliteration: bath
   Pronunciation: bath
   Description: from בָּנָה (as feminine of בֵּן); a daughter (used in the same wide sense as other terms of relationship, literally and figuratively); apple (of the eye), branch, company, daughter, [idiom] first, [idiom] old, [phrase] owl, town, village.
   
10. Strong's Number: H6319
    There are 3 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: פּוֹטִי פֶרַע
    Transliteration: Pôwṭîy Pheraʻ
    Pronunciation: po-tee feh'-rah
    Description: of Egyptian derivation; Poti-Phera, an Egyptian; Poti-pherah.
    
11. Strong's Number: H3548
    There are 653 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: כֹּהֵן
    Transliteration: kôhên
    Pronunciation: ko-hane'
    Description: active participle of כָּהַן; literally one officiating, a priest; also (by courtesy) an acting priest (although a layman); chief ruler, [idiom] own, priest, prince, principal officer.
    
12. Strong's Number: H204
    There are 79 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: אוֹן
    Transliteration: ʼÔwn
    Pronunciation: one
    Description: or (shortened); אֹן; of Egyptian derivation; On, a city of Egypt; On.
    
13. Strong's Number: H3318
    There are 992 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: יָצָא
    Transliteration: yâtsâʼ
    Pronunciation: yaw-tsaw'
    Description: a primitive root; to go (causatively, bring) out, in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively, direct and proxim.; [idiom] after, appear, [idiom] assuredly, bear out, [idiom] begotten, break out, bring forth (out, up), carry out, come (abroad, out, thereat, without), [phrase] be condemned, depart(-ing, -ure), draw forth, in the end, escape, exact, fail, fall (out), fetch forth (out), get away (forth, hence, out), (able to, cause to, let) go abroad (forth, on, out), going out, grow, have forth (out), issue out, lay (lie) out, lead out, pluck out, proceed, pull out, put away, be risen, [idiom] scarce, send with commandment, shoot forth, spread, spring out, stand out, [idiom] still, [idiom] surely, take forth (out), at any time, [idiom] to (and fro), utter.
    
14. Strong's Number: H776
    There are 2739 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: אֶרֶץ
    Transliteration: ʼerets
    Pronunciation: eh'-rets
    Description: from an unused root probably meaning to be firm; the earth (at large, or partitively a land); [idiom] common, country, earth, field, ground, land, [idiom] natins, way, [phrase] wilderness, world.
    
15. Strong's Number: H4714
    There are 602 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: מִצְרַיִם
    Transliteration: Mitsrayim
    Pronunciation: mits-rah'-yim
    Description: dual of מָצוֹר; Mitsrajim, i.e. Upper and Lower Egypt; Egypt, Egyptians, Mizraim.