Genesis 37:36
The Scripture
(36) And the Midianites sold him into Egypt unto Potiphar, an officer of Pharaoh's, and captain of the guard.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In this chapter Jacob’s twelve brothers, fearing that Joseph will be killed for his beauty, sell him into slavery to the Ishmaelite traders. They later attempt to kill him, but Joseph is rescued and taken to Egypt, where he is hidden. The chapter sets up the theme of family betrayal and the promise of a future leader.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Genesis 37:28Genesis 25:1Genesis 25:2Genesis 39:1Esther 1:10Isaiah 56:3Genesis 39:2Genesis 39:3Genesis 39:4Genesis 39:5Genesis 39:6Genesis 39:7
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