And from that time that he had made him ruler over his house and over all that he had, the Lord [a]blessed the Egyptian’s house for Joseph’s sake: and the blessing of the Lord was upon all that he had in the house, and in the field.

Therefore he left all that he had in Joseph’s hand, [b]and took account of nothing, that was with him, save only of the bread, which he did eat. And Joseph was a fair person, and well favored.

Now therefore after these things, his master’s wife cast her eyes upon Joseph, and said, [c]Lie with me.

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Footnotes

  1. Genesis 39:5 The wicked are blessed by the company of the godly.
  2. Genesis 39:6 For he was assured that all things should prosper well: therefore he ate and drank and took no care.
  3. Genesis 39:7 In this word he declareth the sum whereunto all her flatteries did tend.

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