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◄ Genesis 37:23►

New International Version
So when Joseph came to his brothers, they stripped him of his robe—the ornate robe he was wearing—

New Living Translation
So when Joseph arrived, his brothers ripped off the beautiful robe he was wearing.

English Standard Version
So when Joseph came to his brothers, they stripped him of his robe, the robe of many colors that he wore.

Berean Standard Bible
So when Joseph came to his brothers, they stripped him of his robe—the robe of many colors he was wearing—

King James Bible
And it came to pass, when Joseph was come unto his brethren, that they stript Joseph out of his coat,his coat ofmany colours thatwas on him;

New King James Version
So it came to pass, when Joseph had come to his brothers, that they stripped Josephof his tunic, the tunic ofmany colors thatwas on him.

New American Standard Bible
So it came about, when Joseph reached his brothers, that they stripped Joseph of his tunic, the multicolored tunic that was on him;

NASB 1995
So it came about, when Joseph reached his brothers, that they stripped Joseph of his tunic, the varicolored tunic that was on him;

NASB 1977
So it came about, when Joseph reached his brothers, that they stripped Joseph of his tunic, the varicolored tunic that was on him;

Legacy Standard Bible
Now it happened, when Joseph reached his brothers, that they stripped Joseph of his tunic, the varicolored tunic that was on him;

Amplified Bible
Now when Joseph reached his brothers, they stripped him of his tunic, the [distinctive] multicolored tunic which he was wearing;

Christian Standard Bible
When Joseph came to his brothers, they stripped off Joseph’s robe, the robe of many colors that he had on.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
When Joseph came to his brothers, they stripped off his robe, the robe of many colors that he had on.

American Standard Version
And it came to pass, when Joseph was come unto his brethren, that they stripped Joseph of his coat, the coat of many colors that was on him;

Contemporary English Version
When Joseph came to his brothers, they pulled off his fancy coat

English Revised Version
And it came to pass, when Joseph was come unto his brethren, that they stript Joseph of his coat, the coat of many colours that was on him;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
So when Joseph reached his brothers, they stripped him of his special robe with long sleeves.

Good News Translation
When Joseph came up to his brothers, they ripped off his long robe with full sleeves.

International Standard Version
As it was, when Joseph arrived where his brothers were, they stripped off the tunic that Jacob had given him—that is, the richly-embroidered tunic that he was wearing.

NET Bible
When Joseph reached his brothers, they stripped him of his tunic, the special tunic that he wore.

New Heart English Bible
It happened, when Joseph came to his brothers, they stripped Joseph of his robe, the long ornamented robe that he was wearing.

Webster's Bible Translation
And it came to pass when Joseph had come to his brethren, that they stripped Joseph of his coat, his coat of many colors that was on him.

Majority Text Translations

Majority Standard Bible
So when Joseph came to his brothers, they stripped him of his robe—the robe of many colors he was wearing—

World English Bible
When Joseph came to his brothers, they stripped Joseph of his tunic, the tunic of many colors that was on him;

Literal Translations

Literal Standard Version
And it comes to pass, when Joseph has come to his brothers, that they strip Joseph of his coat, the long coat which [is] on him,

Young's Literal Translation
And it cometh to pass, when Joseph hath come unto his brethren, that they strip Joseph of his coat, the long coat which is upon him,

Smith's Literal Translation
And it shall be as Joseph came to his brethren, and they will strip off his tunic, the tunic reaching to the soles of the feet which was upon him.

Catholic Translations

Douay-Rheims Bible
And as soon as he came to his brethren, they forthwith stript him of his outside coat, that was of divers colours:

Catholic Public Domain Version
And so, as soon as he came to his brothers, they very quickly stripped him of his tunic, which was ankle-length and woven of many colors,

New American Bible
So when Joseph came up to his brothers, they stripped him of his tunic, the long ornamented tunic he had on;

New Revised Standard Version
So when Joseph came to his brothers, they stripped him of his robe, the long robe with sleeves that he wore;

Translations from Aramaic

Lamsa Bible
And it came to pass, when Joseph was come to his brothers, they stripped him of the rich robe that he was wearing;

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And when Yoseph came to his brothers, they stripped him of the coat of long sleeves that he was wearing;

OT Translations

JPS Tanakh 1917
And it came to pass, when Joseph was come unto his brethren, that they stripped Joseph of his coat, the coat of many colours that was on him;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And it came to pass, when Joseph came to his brethren, that they stripped Joseph of his many-coloured coat that was upon him.

Additional Translations ...

Audio Bible

Context

Joseph Sold by His Brothers
…22“Do not shed his blood. Throw him into this pit in the wilderness, but do not lay a hand on him.” Reuben said this so that he could rescue Joseph from their hands and return him to his father.23So when Joseph came to his brothers,they stripped him of his robe—the robe of many colors he was wearing—24and they took him and threw him into the pit. Now the pit was empty, with no water in it.…

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Cross References

Matthew 27:28-31
They stripped Him and put a scarlet robe on Him. / And they twisted together a crown of thorns and set it on His head. They put a staff in His right hand, knelt down before Him, and mocked Him, saying, “Hail, King of the Jews!” / Then they spit on Him and took the staff and struck Him on the head repeatedly. ...

John 19:23-24
When the soldiers had crucified Jesus, they divided His garments into four parts, one for each soldier, with the tunic remaining. It was seamless, woven in one piece from top to bottom. / So they said to one another, “Let us not tear it. Instead, let us cast lots to see who will get it.” This was to fulfill the Scripture: “They divided My garments among them, and cast lots for My clothing.” So that is what the soldiers did.

Mark 15:20
After they had mocked Him, they removed the purple robe and put His own clothes back on Him. Then they led Him out to crucify Him.

Luke 23:11
And even Herod and his soldiers ridiculed and mocked Him. Dressing Him in a fine robe, they sent Him back to Pilate.

John 19:1-3
Then Pilate took Jesus and had Him flogged. / The soldiers twisted together a crown of thorns, set it on His head, and dressed Him in a purple robe. / And they went up to Him again and again, saying, “Hail, King of the Jews!” and slapping Him in the face.

Matthew 27:35
When they had crucified Him, they divided up His garments by casting lots.

Mark 15:24
And they crucified Him. They also divided His garments by casting lots to decide what each of them would take.

John 19:5
When Jesus came out wearing the crown of thorns and the purple robe, Pilate said to them, “Here is the man!”

Acts 7:9
Because the patriarchs were jealous of Joseph, they sold him as a slave into Egypt. But God was with him

Psalm 22:18
They divide my garments among them and cast lots for my clothing.

Isaiah 53:3
He was despised and rejected by men, a man of sorrows, acquainted with grief. Like one from whom men hide their faces, He was despised, and we esteemed Him not.

Zechariah 13:6
If someone asks him, ‘What are these wounds on your chest?’ he will answer, ‘These are the wounds I received in the house of my friends.’

Job 30:9-10
And now they mock me in song; I have become a byword among them. / They abhor me and keep far from me; they do not hesitate to spit in my face.

Psalm 69:4
Those who hate me without cause outnumber the hairs of my head; many are those who would destroy me—my enemies for no reason. Though I did not steal, I must repay.

Psalm 105:17-19
He sent a man before them—Joseph, sold as a slave. / They bruised his feet with shackles and placed his neck in irons, / until his prediction came true and the word of the LORD proved him right.

Treasury of Scripture

And it came to pass, when Joseph was come to his brothers, that they stripped Joseph out of his coat, his coat of many colors that was on him;

stript.

Genesis 37:3,31-33
Now Israel loved Joseph more than all his children, because hewas the son of his old age: and he made him a coat ofmany colours…

Genesis 42:21
And they said one to another, Weare verily guilty concerning our brother, in that we saw the anguish of his soul, when he besought us, and we would not hear; therefore is this distress come upon us.

Psalm 22:18
They part my garments among them, and cast lots upon my vesture.

colours.

Genesis 37:3
Now Israel loved Joseph more than all his children, because hewas the son of his old age: and he made him a coat ofmany colours.

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Genesis 37

1.Joseph is loved by Jacob, but hated by his brothers.
5.His dreams and the interpretation.
12.Jacob sends him to his brothers, who counsel to slay him.
21.At Reuben's desire they cast him into a pit;
25.and afterwards sell him to the Ishmaelites;
29.while Ruben grieves at not finding him.
31.His coat, covered with blood, is sent to Jacob, who mourns him inordinately.
36.Joseph is brought to Egypt and sold to Potiphar.

Study Bible

Book ◦ Chapter

So when Joseph came to his brothers
Joseph, the favored son of Jacob, was sent by his father to check on his brothers who were tending flocks in Shechem. This journey highlights Joseph's obedience and trust in his father, despite the animosity his brothers held against him. The brothers' location in Dothan, a significant distance from Hebron, suggests a deliberate move away from their father's oversight, possibly indicating their rebellious nature. This moment foreshadows the fulfillment of Joseph's earlier dreams, where his brothers' actions set the stage for God's providential plan.

they stripped him of his robe
The act of stripping Joseph of his robe symbolizes the brothers' deep-seated jealousy and resentment. The robe, a gift from Jacob, represented Joseph's favored status and the special love his father had for him. By removing it, the brothers sought to strip Joseph of his identity and the favor he held. This act of violence is a precursor to the suffering and trials Joseph would endure, paralleling the suffering of Christ, who was also stripped of his garments before His crucifixion.

the robe of many colors he was wearing
The robe of many colors, often interpreted as a richly ornamented tunic, signifies the unique position Joseph held in his family. This garment set him apart, not only as Jacob's favorite but also as a symbol of authority and future leadership. The robe's removal is a pivotal moment, marking the beginning of Joseph's journey from favored son to a position of power in Egypt. This event can be seen as a type of Christ, who, though stripped of His earthly glory, was exalted to a position of authority and honor. The robe also connects to the theme of garments throughout Scripture, symbolizing righteousness, identity, and divine favor.

Persons / Places / Events

1.Joseph
The favored son of Jacob, known for his dreams and the special robe given to him by his father, symbolizing his favored status.

2.Joseph's Brothers
The sons of Jacob who were envious of Joseph's favored position and his dreams, which foretold his future prominence over them.

3.The Robe of Many Colors
A special garment given to Joseph by his father Jacob, symbolizing his father's favoritism and the source of his brothers' jealousy.

4.Dothan
The location where Joseph found his brothers and where they plotted against him.

5.Jacob (Israel)
The father of Joseph and his brothers, who unwittingly set the stage for the brothers' jealousy by showing favoritism to Joseph.

Teaching Points

Jealousy and Its Consequences
The account of Joseph and his brothers illustrates how jealousy can lead to destructive actions and broken relationships.

The Symbolism of the Robe
Joseph's robe represents not only favoritism but also the unique calling and destiny God had for him, which his brothers could not see.

God's Sovereignty in Adversity
Despite the brothers' evil intentions, God used their actions to fulfill His greater plan for Joseph and the nation of Israel.

Forgiveness and Reconciliation
Joseph's later actions towards his brothers demonstrate the power of forgiveness and the restoration of relationships.

Trusting God's Plan
Like Joseph, believers are called to trust in God's plan, even when circumstances seem dire or unjust.

Bible Study Questions and Answers

1.What is the meaning of Genesis 37:23?

2.How does Genesis 37:23 illustrate the consequences of jealousy among siblings?

3.What can we learn about human nature from Joseph's brothers' actions in Genesis 37:23?

4.How does Genesis 37:23 connect to the theme of betrayal in the Bible?

5.How can we guard against envy in our relationships, as seen in Genesis 37:23?

6.What steps can we take to promote family unity, avoiding actions like Genesis 37:23?

7.Why did Joseph's brothers strip him of his robe in Genesis 37:23?

8.What significance does Joseph's robe hold in Genesis 37:23?

9.How does Genesis 37:23 reflect sibling rivalry and jealousy?

10.What are the top 10 Lessons from Genesis 37?

11.Why was Joseph imprisoned in Egypt?

12.How does the elaborate scheme in Genesis 44:6–13 align with ethical principles, and why would a righteous figure like Joseph resort to deception rather than straightforward communication?

13.Why did Joseph's brothers sell him into slavery?

14.How can Bildad's claim that God never rejects the blameless (Job 8:20–22) be reconciled with instances of innocent suffering in Scripture?

What Does Genesis 37:23 Mean

So when Joseph came to his brothers

• Joseph obediently travels from the safety of Hebron to the danger of Dothan (Genesis 37:14-17).

• Like David later sent by Jesse to check on his brothers at the battlefront (1 Samuel 17:17-18), Joseph arrives with a servant’s heart, unaware of hostility brewing.

• The scene anticipates a greater parallel: “He came to His own, and His own did not receive Him” (John 1:11), hinting that Joseph’s experience will foreshadow Christ’s.

• God’s providence overrules the setting—Shechem then Dothan—so Joseph will be exactly where divine purpose intends (Proverbs 16:9).

they stripped him of his robe

• The brothers’ first act is violent humiliation; envy finally bursts into action (James 3:16).

• Reuben had hoped to rescue Joseph later (Genesis 37:21-22), but before he can intervene, the attack is underway.

• Being stripped anticipates the treatment of Jesus: “They stripped Him and put a scarlet robe on Him” (Matthew 27:28), underscoring how innocent sufferers often bear shame for a greater plan (Isaiah 53:7).

• Removing the robe removes the visible reminder of favoritism, yet it cannot remove God’s favor resting on Joseph (Romans 11:29).

the robe of many colors he was wearing

• This distinctive garment, first mentioned inGenesis 37:3, symbolized Jacob’s special love and the birthright privileges normally reserved for the firstborn.

• Similar garments signified royalty or virgin princesses (2 Samuel 13:18), so tearing it away marks Joseph’s demotion in his brothers’ eyes.

• Ironically, the very sign of election becomes the evidence used to deceive Jacob when the robe is dipped in blood (Genesis 37:31-33).

• God later reverses the symbolism, clothing Joseph in Egyptian authority (Genesis 41:42); the faithful sufferer is ultimately exalted (1 Peter 5:6).

summary

• Joseph’s arrival shows faithful obedience, yet places him in the path of hatred.

• The stripping exposes jealous hearts and foreshadows the Messiah’s humiliation.

• The colorful robe, once a badge of favor, is torn away, but God’s purpose for Joseph remains intact, moving him toward saving many lives.

Pulpit Commentary

Verse 23. -And it came to pass, when Joseph was come unto his brethren, that they stripped Joseph out of his coat, his coat of many colors -i.e. his coat of ends, or coat of pieces (vide on ver. 3) -that was on him.

Parallel Commentaries ...

Hebrew

So
וַֽיְהִ֕י(way·hî)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1961:To fall out, come to pass, become, be

when
כַּֽאֲשֶׁר־(ka·’ă·šer-)
Preposition-k | Pronoun - relative
Strong's 834:Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that

Joseph
יוֹסֵ֖ף(yō·w·sêp̄)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3130:Joseph -- 'he increases', a son of Jacob, also the name of several Israelites

came
בָּ֥א(bā)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 935:To come in, come, go in, go

to
אֶל־(’el-)
Preposition
Strong's 413:Near, with, among, to

his brothers,
אֶחָ֑יו(’e·ḥāw)
Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 251:A brother, )

they stripped
וַיַּפְשִׁ֤יטוּ(way·yap̄·šî·ṭū)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 6584:To strip off, make a dash, raid

[him]
יוֹסֵף֙(yō·w·sêp̄)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3130:Joseph -- 'he increases', a son of Jacob, also the name of several Israelites

of his robe—
כֻּתָּנְתּ֔וֹ(kut·tā·nə·tōw)
Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 3801:A shirt

the robe
כְּתֹ֥נֶת(kə·ṯō·neṯ)
Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 3801:A shirt

of many colors
הַפַּסִּ֖ים(hap·pas·sîm)
Article | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 6446:Flat (of the hand or foot)

he was wearing—
עָלָֽיו׃(‘ā·lāw)
Preposition | third person masculine singular
Strong's 5921:Above, over, upon, against

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