Genesis 37:35

Genesis 37:36-1964 bbe — And in Egypt the men of Midian gave him for a price to Potiphar, a captain of high position in Pharaoh's house.

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"And in Egypt the men of Midian gave him for a price to Potiphar, a captain of high position in Pharaoh's house."

— Genesis 37:36-1964, Bible in Basic English

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“And the Midianites sold him into Egypt unto Potiphar, an officer of Pharaoh’s, and captain of the guard. ”
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Genesis 37 — Context

And he saw that it was, and said, It is my son's coat; an evil beast has put him to death; without doubt Joseph has come to a cruel end.

Then Jacob, giving signs of grief, put on haircloth, and went on weeping for his son day after day.

And all his sons and all his daughters came to give him comfort, but he would not be comforted, saying with weeping, I will go down to the underworld to my son. So great was his father's sorrow for him.

And in Egypt the men of Midian gave him for a price to Potiphar, a captain of high position in Pharaoh's house.

Genesis 37:36-1964 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Genesis 37:36-1964 say?

Genesis 37:36-1964 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “And in Egypt the men of Midian gave him for a price to Potiphar, a captain of high position in Pharaoh's house.”

Where is Genesis 37:36-1964 in the Bible?

Genesis 37:36-1964 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 37, verses 36–1964.

Who wrote Genesis?

Genesis is traditionally attributed to Moses (traditional). Anciently attributed to Moses; many modern scholars view Genesis as a compilation of older oral and written sources finalized in or after the Babylonian exile. It was written c. 1446–1406 BC.

What is the book of Genesis about?

Genesis is the book of beginnings — the origin of the universe, humanity, sin, and the covenant family God chose to bless the nations. It traces creation, the fall, the flood, and the lives of the patriarchs Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph, laying the foundation for the rest of Scripture and pointing forward to the redemption that comes through the promised seed.

What are the major themes of Genesis?

Genesis explores themes including Creation, Fall, Covenant, Faith, Family, Promise. These themes shape the meaning and context of Genesis 37:36-1964.

What translation should I read Genesis 37:36-1964 in?

Genesis 37:36-1964 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.

How can I memorize Genesis 37:36-1964?

Genesis 37:36-1964 reads (BBE): “And in Egypt the men of Midian gave him for a price to Potiphar, a captain of high position in Pharaoh's house.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.

Genesis 37:36-1964 bbe — And in Egypt the men of Midian gave him for a price to Potiphar, a captain of high position in Pharaoh's house.

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