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Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Genesis 39:7

And it came to pass after these things, —Joseph had by this time been nearly ten years in Potiphar's house (vide Genesis 41:46 )— that his master's wife cast her eyes (lasciviously) upon Joseph; and she said, Lie with me. According to monumental evidence and historical testimony (Herod; 2.111), Egyptian females, even though married, were distinguished for licentiousness and immorality, and were not condemned to live in seclusion (Bohlen), but were allowed freely to mix in... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Genesis 39:7-23

Joseph and the wife of Potiphar. I. THE GREAT TEMPTATION . 1. The time of it. Never perhaps had Joseph's prospects been brighter since he left his father's house than towards the close of that decade of years which he spent in the Egyptian officer's employ; and yet then it was that, like a thunderbolt shot from a clear sky, a fierce temptation burst upon him. 2. The occasion of it. This was the beauty of Joseph''s person. Things innocent and lovely in themselves may... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Genesis 39:1-23

- Joseph in Potiphar’s HouseAccording to our reckoning, Perez and Zerah were born when Judah was in his twenty-eighth year, and therefore, Joseph in his twenty-fourth. Here, then, we go back seven years to resume the story of Joseph.Genesis 39:1-6Joseph fares well with his first master. “Potiphar.” This is a racapitulation of the narrative in Genesis 37:0: “The Lord;” the God of covenant is with Joseph. “In the house.” Joseph was a domestic servant. “And his master saw.” The prosperity that... read more

Joseph Benson

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Genesis 39:6

Genesis 39:6. He knew not aught he had Persuaded of Joseph’s faithfulness and diligence, and relying on his care, he took no part in the management of his own affairs, but left them wholly to this young but trusty Hebrew. The servant had all the care and trouble of the estate, and the master only the enjoyment of it. In this Potiphar is an example not to be imitated by any master, unless he could be sure that he had one like Joseph for a servant. read more

Donald C. Fleming

Bridgeway Bible Commentary - Genesis 39:1-23

Joseph’s rise to power (39:1-41:57)In contrast to Judah, Joseph was blameless in his behaviour in Egypt. Soon he was placed in charge of Potiphar’s household (39:1-6). When he rejected the immoral invitations of Potiphar’s wife, she turned against him bitterly and had him thrown into prison (7-20). Again his behaviour was blameless, and soon he was given a position of responsibility over the other prisoners (21-23).Among the prisoners who later joined Joseph were two of Pharaoh’s palace... read more

E.W. Bullinger

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - Genesis 39:6

he = Potiphar. Figure of speech Ellipsis. left. Hebrew. 'azab, a Homonym. Its other meaning is "to help". See note on Exodus 23:5 . knew. Figure of speech Metonymy (of Cause). App-6 . Knowing put for caring for. bread. Figure of speech Synecdoche (of Species). Bread put for all kinds of food. eat. He knew and cared for that, as the Egyptians might not eat with Hebrews (Genesis 43:32 ). goodly, &c. Exactly what is said of his mother, Genesis 29:17 . read more

E.W. Bullinger

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - Genesis 39:7

wife. Egyptian women were not secluded as the Syrian women were. This is shown by the Egyptian paintings of the period. read more

James Burton Coffman

Coffman Commentaries on the Bible - Genesis 39:3-6

"And his master saw that Jehovah was with him, and that Jehovah made all that he did to prosper in his hand. And Joseph found favor in his sight, and he ministered unto him: and he made him overseer of his house, and all that he had put into his hand. And it came to pass that from the time that he made him overseer in his house, and over all that he had, that Jehovah blessed the Egyptian's house for Joseph's sake; and the blessing of Jehovah was upon all that he had, in the house and in the... read more

James Burton Coffman

Coffman Commentaries on the Bible - Genesis 39:7-10

"And it came to pass after these things that his master's wife cast her eyes upon Joseph; and she said, Lie with me. But he refused, and said unto his master's wife, Behold, my master knoweth not what is with me in the house, and he hath put all that he hath into my hands: he is not greater in this house than I; neither hath he kept back anything from me but thee, because thou art his wife: how then can I do this great wickedness, and sin against God? And it came to pass as she spake to Joseph... read more

Thomas Coke

Thomas Coke Commentary on the Holy Bible - Genesis 39:6

Genesis 39:6. And Joseph, was, &c.— These words should properly begin the next verse. Joseph's mental accomplishments had scarcely recommended him to his master's favour, before his graces of person won the heart of his mistress. But he bravely repelled her temptations; and his answer, Genesis 39:8-9. deserves to be held in everlasting honour. See the reflections at the end of the chapter. REFLECTIONS.—1st. Joseph is now the servant of Potiphar, and a diligent servant he is. He is not... read more

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