Genesis 39:2 cpdv — And the Lord was with him, and he was a man who prospered in everything that he did. And he lived in the house of his l…

Catholic Public Domain Version

"And the Lord was with him, and he was a man who prospered in everything that he did. And he lived in the house of his lord, "

— Genesis 39:2, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Genesis 39 — Context

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Meanwhile, Joseph was led into Egypt. And Putiphar, a eunuch of Pharaoh, a leader of the army, an Egyptian man, purchased him from the hand of the Ishmaelites, by whom he was brought.

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And the Lord was with him, and he was a man who prospered in everything that he did. And he lived in the house of his lord,

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who knew very well that the Lord was with him, and that all the things that were done by him were directed by his hand.

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And Joseph found favor in the sight of his lord, and he ministered to him. And, having been placed in charge of everything by him, he governed the house that was entrusted to him and all the things that had been delivered to him.

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And the Lord blessed the house of the Egyptian, because of Joseph, and he multiplied all his substance, as much in the buildings, as in the fields.

Genesis 39:2 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Genesis 39:2 say?
Genesis 39:2 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “And the Lord was with him, and he was a man who prospered in everything that he did. And he lived in the house of his lord, ”
Where is Genesis 39:2 in the Bible?
Genesis 39:2 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Genesis, chapter 39, verse 2.
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 39:2.
What translation should I read Genesis 39:2 in?
Genesis 39:2 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 39:2?
Genesis 39:2 reads (CPDV): “And the Lord was with him, and he was a man who prospered in everything that he did. And he lived in the house of his lord, ” 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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