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◄ Genesis 39:8►
New International Version
But he refused. “With me in charge,” he told her, “my master does not concern himself with anything in the house; everything he owns he has entrusted to my care.

New Living Translation
But Joseph refused. “Look,” he told her, “my master trusts me with everything in his entire household.

English Standard Version
But he refused and said to his master’s wife, “Behold, because of me my master has no concern about anything in the house, and he has put everything that he has in my charge.

Berean Standard Bible
But he refused. “Look,” he said to his master’s wife, “with me here, my master does not concern himself with anything in his house, and he has entrusted everything he owns to my care.

King James Bible
But he refused, and said unto his master's wife, Behold, my master wotteth not whatis with me in the house, and he hath committed all that he hath to my hand;

New King James Version
But he refused and said to his master’s wife, “Look, my master does not know whatis with me in the house, and he has committed all that he has to my hand.

New American Standard Bible
But he refused and said to his master’s wife, “Look, with mehere, my master does not concern himself with anything in the house, and he has put me in charge of all that he owns.

NASB 1995
But he refused and said to his master’s wife, “Behold, with me here, my master does not concern himself with anything in the house, and he has put all that he owns in my charge.

NASB 1977
But he refused and said to his master’s wife, “Behold, with mehere, my master does not concern himself with anything in the house, and he has put all that he owns in my charge.

Legacy Standard Bible
But he refused and said to his master’s wife, “Behold, with mehere, my master does not concern himself with anything in the house, and he has given all that he owns into my hand.

Amplified Bible
But he refused and said to his master’s wife, “Look, with me in the house, my master does not concern himself with anything; he has put everything that he owns in my charge.

Christian Standard Bible
But he refused. “Look,” he said to his master’s wife, “with me here my master does not concern himself with anything in his house, and he has put all that he owns under my authority.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
But he refused. “Look,” he said to his master’s wife, “with me here my master does not concern himself with anything in his house, and he has put all that he owns under my authority.

American Standard Version
But he refused, and said unto his master's wife, Behold, my master knoweth not what is with me in the house, and he hath put all that he hath into my hand:

Contemporary English Version
but he refused and said, "My master isn't worried about anything in his house, because he has placed me in charge of everything he owns.

English Revised Version
But he refused, and said unto his master's wife, Behold, my master knoweth not what is with me in the house, and he hath put all that he hath into my hand;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
But Joseph refused and said to her, "My master doesn't concern himself with anything in the house. He trusts me with everything he owns.

Good News Translation
He refused and said to her, "Look, my master does not have to concern himself with anything in the house, because I am here. He has put me in charge of everything he has.

International Standard Version
But he refused, telling his master's wife, "Look! My master doesn't have to worry about anything in the house with me in charge, and he has entrusted everything into my care.

NET Bible
But he refused, saying to his master's wife, "Look, my master does not give any thought to his household with me here, and everything that he owns he has put into my care.

New Heart English Bible
But he refused, and said to his master’s wife, "Look, my master does not concern himself with anything in his house, and he has put all that he has into my care.

Webster's Bible Translation
But he refused, and said to his master's wife, Behold, my master knoweth not what is with me in the house, and he hath committed all that he hath to my hand:
Majority Text Translations
Majority Standard Bible
But he refused. “Look,” he said to his master’s wife, “with me here, my master does not concern himself with anything in his house, and he has entrusted everything he owns to my care.

World English Bible
But he refused, and said to his master’s wife, “Behold, my master doesn’t know what is with me in the house, and he has put all that he has into my hand.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and he refuses and says to his lord’s wife, “Behold, my lord has not known what [is] with me in the house, and all that he has he has given into my hand;

Young's Literal Translation
and he refuseth, and saith unto his lord's wife, 'Lo, my lord hath not known what is with me in the house, and all that he hath he hath given into my hand;

Smith's Literal Translation
And he will refuse, and will say to his lord's wife, Behold, my lord knew not what is with me in the house, and all which is to him he gave into my hand;
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
But he, in no wise consenting to that wicked act, said to her: Behold, my master hath delivered all things to me, and knoweth not what he hath in his own house:

Catholic Public Domain Version
And without consenting at all to the wicked act, he said to her: “Behold, my lord has delivered all things to me, and he does not know what he has in his own house.

New American Bible
But he refused and said to his master’s wife, “Look, as long as I am here, my master does not give a thought to anything in the house, but has entrusted to me all he owns.

New Revised Standard Version
But he refused and said to his master’s wife, “Look, with me here, my master has no concern about anything in the house, and he has put everything that he has in my hand.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
But he refused, and said to his master's wife, Behold, my master does not know what he has in the house, and he has put everything that he has in my charge;

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And he did not want to, and he said to the wife of his lord, “Behold, my Lord does not know what is with me in his house, and everything that he has, he has authorized into my hands;
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
But he refused, and said unto his master's wife: 'Behold, my master, having me, knoweth not what is in the house, and he hath put all that he hath into my hand;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
But he would not; but said to his master's wife, If because of me my master knows nothing in his house, and has given into my hands all things that belong to him:

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Joseph and Potiphar's Wife
…7and after some time his master’s wife cast her eyes upon Joseph and said, “Sleep with me.”8But he refused.“Look,”he saidtohis master’swife,“with me here,my masterdoes notconcern himselfwith anythingin his house,and he has entrustedeverythinghe ownstomy care.9No one in this house is greater than I am. He has withheld nothing from me except you, because you are his wife. So how could I do such a great evil and sin against God?”…

Cross References
Exodus 20:14
You shall not commit adultery.

Proverbs 6:32
He who commits adultery lacks judgment; whoever does so destroys himself.

Proverbs 7:25-27
Do not let your heart turn aside to her ways; do not stray into her paths. / For she has brought many down to death; her slain are many in number. / Her house is the road to Sheol, descending to the chambers of death.

2 Samuel 11:2-4
One evening David got up from his bed and strolled around on the roof of the palace. And from the roof he saw a woman bathing—a very beautiful woman. / So David sent and inquired about the woman, and he was told, “This is Bathsheba, the daughter of Eliam and the wife of Uriah the Hittite.” / Then David sent messengers to get her, and when she came to him, he slept with her. (Now she had just purified herself from her uncleanness.) Then she returned home.

Job 31:1
“I have made a covenant with my eyes. How then could I gaze with desire at a virgin?

Proverbs 5:3-8
Though the lips of the forbidden woman drip honey and her speech is smoother than oil, / in the end she is bitter as wormwood, sharp as a double-edged sword. / Her feet go down to death; her steps lead straight to Sheol. ...

Matthew 5:27-28
You have heard that it was said, ‘Do not commit adultery.’ / But I tell you that anyone who looks at a woman to lust after her has already committed adultery with her in his heart.

1 Corinthians 6:18-20
Flee from sexual immorality. Every other sin a man can commit is outside his body, but he who sins sexually sins against his own body. / Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; / you were bought at a price. Therefore glorify God with your body.

2 Timothy 2:22
Flee from youthful passions and pursue righteousness, faith, love, and peace, together with those who call on the Lord out of a pure heart.

Hebrews 13:4
Marriage should be honored by all and the marriage bed kept undefiled, for God will judge the sexually immoral and adulterers.

1 Thessalonians 4:3-5
For it is God’s will that you should be holy: You must abstain from sexual immorality; / each of you must know how to control his own body in holiness and honor, / not in lustful passion like the Gentiles who do not know God;

Ephesians 5:3
But among you, as is proper among the saints, there must not be even a hint of sexual immorality, or of any kind of impurity, or of greed.

Colossians 3:5
Put to death, therefore, the components of your earthly nature: sexual immorality, impurity, lust, evil desires, and greed, which is idolatry.

Romans 13:13-14
Let us behave decently, as in the daytime, not in carousing and drunkenness, not in sexual immorality and debauchery, not in dissension and jealousy. / Instead, clothe yourselves with the Lord Jesus Christ, and make no provision for the desires of the flesh.

1 Peter 2:11
Beloved, I urge you, as foreigners and exiles, to abstain from the desires of the flesh, which war against your soul.


Treasury of Scripture

But he refused, and said to his master's wife, Behold, my master wotteth not what is with me in the house, and he has committed all that he has to my hand;

refused.

Proverbs 1:10
My son, if sinners entice thee, consent thou not.

Proverbs 2:10,16-19
When wisdom entereth into thine heart, and knowledge is pleasant unto thy soul; …

Proverbs 5:3-8
For the lips of a strange woman dropas an honeycomb, and her mouthis smoother than oil: …

my master.

Proverbs 18:24
A manthat hath friends must shew himself friendly: and there is a friendthat sticketh closer than a brother.

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Genesis 39
1.Joseph is bought by Potiphar, and preferred in the family.
7.He resists temptation by Potiphar's Wife.
13.He is falsely accused by her.
20.He is cast into prison.
21.God is with him there, and he is advanced by the keeper of prison.














But he refused.
Joseph's refusal to succumb to temptation is a testament to his integrity and faithfulness to God. This act of resistance is significant in the biblical narrative, highlighting the importance of moral fortitude. Joseph's decision can be seen as a precursor to the teachings of Jesus, who also resisted temptation in the wilderness (Matthew 4:1-11). His refusal is a model for believers to stand firm against sin.

“Look,” he said to his master’s wife,
Joseph addresses Potiphar's wife directly, showing respect and clarity in his communication. This interaction takes place in Egypt, where Joseph, a Hebrew, serves in a foreign land. The cultural context is important, as Egyptian society had different norms and values, yet Joseph adheres to his own moral and spiritual convictions.

“with me here, my master does not concern himself with anything in his house,
Joseph acknowledges the trust and responsibility given to him by Potiphar. This trust is significant, as it reflects Joseph's reliability and the favor he found in Potiphar's eyes (Genesis 39:4). The phrase underscores the theme of stewardship, which is echoed in the New Testament parables about faithful servants (Matthew 25:14-30).

and he has entrusted everything he owns to my care.
Joseph's role as overseer of Potiphar's household is a position of great authority and responsibility. This trust is a foreshadowing of Joseph's later rise to power in Egypt (Genesis 41:41-44). The concept of stewardship is central to biblical teaching, emphasizing accountability and faithfulness in managing what is entrusted to us by God.

Persons / Places / Events
1.Joseph
A Hebrew man sold into slavery by his brothers, now serving in the house of Potiphar, an Egyptian officer. Joseph is known for his integrity and faithfulness to God.

2.Potiphar's Wife
The unnamed wife of Potiphar, who attempts to seduce Joseph. Her actions set the stage for Joseph's moral test and subsequent imprisonment.

3.Potiphar
An Egyptian officer of Pharaoh and captain of the guard. He entrusts Joseph with the management of his household, demonstrating Joseph's trustworthiness.

4.Egypt
The land where Joseph is taken as a slave. It serves as the backdrop for Joseph's trials and eventual rise to power.

5.The House of Potiphar
The setting for Joseph's service and the place where he faces temptation and false accusation.
Teaching Points
Integrity in Temptation
Joseph's refusal to sin demonstrates the importance of maintaining integrity, even when faced with persistent temptation. Believers are called to uphold their values and commitments to God, regardless of external pressures.

Stewardship and Trust
Joseph's role in Potiphar's house illustrates the principle of stewardship. As Christians, we are entrusted with responsibilities and must manage them faithfully, recognizing that our ultimate accountability is to God.

Fleeing from Sin
Joseph's immediate refusal and distancing from Potiphar's wife serve as a model for fleeing from sin. Believers should actively avoid situations that compromise their moral and spiritual integrity.

Fear of the Lord
Joseph's actions are motivated by a reverent fear of God. This fear is not about being afraid but about respecting God's holiness and commands, which should guide our decisions and actions.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1.What is the meaning of Genesis 39:8?

2.How does Joseph's response in Genesis 39:8 demonstrate integrity and faithfulness to God?

3.What can we learn from Joseph's refusal about resisting temptation in our lives?

4.How does Joseph's situation in Genesis 39:8 connect to 1 Corinthians 10:13?

5.Why is it important to recognize authority and boundaries as Joseph did in Genesis 39:8?

6.How can we apply Joseph's example to maintain purity in today's world?

7.Why did Joseph refuse Potiphar's wife's advances in Genesis 39:8?

8.How does Genesis 39:8 illustrate Joseph's integrity and faithfulness?

9.What cultural norms influenced Joseph's decision in Genesis 39:8?

10.What are the top 10 Lessons from Genesis 39?

11.Why was Joseph imprisoned in Egypt?

12.Why was Joseph imprisoned in Egypt?

13.In Genesis 39:7-10, does the portrayal of Potiphar's wife align with known cultural norms for elite Egyptian women of the time?

14.Why is a sign-based approach (Genesis 24:14) seemingly approved here, when similar methods are discouraged in other biblical passages?
What Does Genesis 39:8 Mean
But he refused.

Joseph’s very first response to temptation is a decisive “no.” He refuses before the offer can take root in his imagination (James 4:7;Genesis 39:9). This quick, clear boundary shows:

• A heart already settled on obedience—he doesn’t need time to weigh options.

• A conviction that some doors must stay shut; lingering invites disaster (2 Timothy 2:22;Proverbs 4:14-15).

• Confidence that God always provides an escape route when sin corners us (1 Corinthians 10:13).

“Look,” he said to his master’s wife,

Joseph answers respectfully, not angrily. He uses reason, not insults, modeling “gentleness and respect” with a clear conscience (1 Peter 3:16;Proverbs 15:1). His calm tone:

• Honors her position as Potiphar’s wife, even while rejecting her request.

• Keeps the conversation focused on principle, not passion.

• Demonstrates that resisting temptation can still be courteous.

“with me here, my master does not concern himself with anything in his house,

Joseph highlights the total trust Potiphar has placed in him. This is more than job security; it is stewardship (Luke 16:10). By stating the facts, Joseph reminds himself—and her—of what is at stake:

• Breaking trust would dismantle years of faithful service (Proverbs 22:1).

• Sin never affects only two people; it ripples through households and reputations.

• Faithfulness at work is a testimony to God’s faithfulness (Proverbs 28:20).

and he has entrusted everything he owns to my care.

Finally, Joseph stresses the weight of responsibility resting on his shoulders. He sees his role as a sacred assignment (Colossians 3:23-24). Key implications:

• Betraying Potiphar would insult both his employer and his God (Genesis 39:9).

• Authority is never a license for self-indulgence; it is a call to greater accountability (Matthew 25:21).

• When God prospers us, He expects integrity to match the influence (Proverbs 10:9).

summary

Genesis 39:8 shows Joseph’s immediate, respectful, and principled refusal of sexual temptation. He anchors his “no” in loyalty to his earthly master and, ultimately, to the Lord who sees every act. Joseph’s example teaches that decisive resistance, courteous speech, and a keen sense of stewardship guard the believer from sin’s snare and keep God’s blessing on our lives.

Verses 8, 9. -But he refused, - "it may be that the absence of personal charms facilitated Joseph s resistance (Kalisch); but Joseph assigns a different reason for his noncompliance with her utterly immoral proposition -and said unto his master's wife, - "for her unclean solicitation he returneth pure and wholesome words" (Hughes) -Behold, my master wotteth not what is with me in the house (literally,knoweth not,along with me, what is in the house),and he hath committed all that he hath to my hand, (literally,and all that is to him he hath given to or placed in my hand);there is none greater in this house than I; neither hath he kept back anything from me but thee, because thou art his wife: how then can I do this great wickedness, and sin (cf.Genesis 20:6;2 Samuel 12:13;Psalm 51:4 for the estimate of this act taken by God and good men)against God? - Elohim, since Jehovah would have been unintelligible to a heathen woman.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
But he refused.
וַיְמָאֵ֓ן ׀(way·mā·’ên)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Piel - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 3985:To refuse

“Look,”
הֵ֣ן(hên)
Interjection
Strong's 2005:Lo! behold!

he said
וַיֹּ֙אמֶר֙(way·yō·mer)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 559:To utter, say

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

his master’s
אֲדֹנָ֔יו(’ă·ḏō·nāw)
Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 113:Sovereign, controller

wife,
אֵ֣שֶׁת(’ê·šeṯ)
Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 802:Woman, wife, female

“with me here,
אִתִּ֖י(’it·tî)
Preposition | first person common singular
Strong's 854:Nearness, near, with, by, at, among

my master
אֲדֹנִ֔י(’ă·ḏō·nî)
Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular
Strong's 113:Sovereign, controller

does not
לֹא־(lō-)
Adverb - Negative particle
Strong's 3808:Not, no

concern himself
יָדַ֥ע(yā·ḏa‘)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 3045:To know

with anything
מַה־(mah-)
Interrogative
Strong's 4100:What?, what!, indefinitely what

in his house,
בַּבָּ֑יִת(bab·bā·yiṯ)
Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 1004:A house

and he has entrusted
נָתַ֥ן(nā·ṯan)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 5414:To give, put, set

everything
וְכֹ֥ל(wə·ḵōl)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 3605:The whole, all, any, every

he owns
יֶשׁ־(yeš-)
Adverb
Strong's 3426:Being, substance, existence, is

to
ל֖וֹ(lōw)
Preposition | third person masculine singular
Strong's Hebrew

my care.
בְּיָדִֽי׃(bə·yā·ḏî)
Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular construct | first person common singular
Strong's 3027:A hand


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