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Genesis 37:35

Genesis 37:36 kjva — And the Midianites sold him into Egypt unto Potiphar, an officer of Pharaoh’s, and captain of the guard.

King James Version with Apocrypha

"And the Midianites sold him into Egypt unto Potiphar, an officer of Pharaoh’s, and captain of the guard. "

— Genesis 37:36, King James Version with Apocrypha

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Genesis 37 — Context

33

And he knew it, and said, It is my son’s coat; an evil beast hath devoured him; Joseph is without doubt rent in pieces.

34

And Jacob rent his clothes, and put sackcloth upon his loins, and mourned for his son many days.

35

And all his sons and all his daughters rose up to comfort him; but he refused to be comforted; and he said, For I will go down into the grave unto my son mourning. Thus his father wept for him.

36

And the Midianites sold him into Egypt unto Potiphar, an officer of Pharaoh’s, and captain of the guard.

Genesis 37:36 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does Genesis 37:36 say?
Genesis 37:36 in the King James Version with Apocrypha reads: “And the Midianites sold him into Egypt unto Potiphar, an officer of Pharaoh’s, and captain of the guard. ”
Where is Genesis 37:36 in the Bible?
Genesis 37:36 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 37, verse 36.
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.
What translation should I read Genesis 37:36 in?
Genesis 37:36 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?
Genesis 37:36 reads (KJVA): “And the Midianites sold him into Egypt unto Potiphar, an officer of Pharaoh’s, and captain of the guard. ” 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.
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