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Genesis 39:4
New English Translation

4 So Joseph found favor in his sight and became his personal attendant.[a] Potiphar appointed Joseph[b] overseer of his household and put him in charge[c] of everything he owned.

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  1. Genesis 39:4 sn The Hebrew verb translated became his personal attendant refers to higher domestic service, usually along the lines of a personal attendant. Here Joseph is made the household steward, a position well-attested in Egyptian literature.
  2. Genesis 39:4 tn Heb “him”; the referent (Joseph) has been specified in the translation for clarity.
  3. Genesis 39:4 tn Heb “put into his hand.”
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