Genesis 40:22

22 But the chief bread-maker was put to death by hanging, as Joseph had said.

Genesis 40:22 Meaning and Commentary

Genesis 40:22

But he hanged the chief baker
The is, he ordered him to be hanged; because, as the same Targum says, he consulted to kill him (Pharaoh): as Joseph had interpreted to them;
the events as to both answered to the interpretation Joseph had given of their several dreams.

Genesis 40:22 In-Context

20 Now the third day was Pharaoh's birthday, and he gave a feast for all his servants; and he gave honour to the chief wine-servant and the chief bread-maker among the others.

21 And he put the chief wine-servant back in his old place; and he gave the cup into Pharaoh's hand.

22 But the chief bread-maker was put to death by hanging, as Joseph had said.

23 But the wine-servant did not keep Joseph in mind or give a thought to him.