Genesis 40:22

22 But the chief baker he hanged, just as Joseph had said would happen when he interpreted their dreams for them.

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 The third day was Pharaoh's birthday, and he gave a party for all of his servants. Before all of his servants, he gave an audience to the chief wine steward and the chief baker.

21 He returned the chief wine steward to his position, and he placed the cup in Pharaoh's hand.

22 But the chief baker he hanged, just as Joseph had said would happen when he interpreted their dreams for them.

23 But the chief wine steward didn't remember Joseph; he forgot all about him.