Genesis 37:36

Overview - Genesis 37
Joseph is loved by Jacob, but hated by his brethren.
His dreams and the interpretation.
12 Jacob sends him to his brethren, who counsel to slay him.
21 At Reuben's desire they cast him into a pit;
25 and afterwards sell him to the Ishmaelites; while Ruben grieves at not finding him.
31 His coat, covered with blood, is sent to Jacob, who mourns him inordinately.
36 Joseph is brought to Egypt and sold to Potiphar.
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Genesis 37:36  (King James Version)
And the Midianites sold him into Egypt unto Potiphar, an officer of Pharaoh's, and captain of the guard.
 


the Midianites
28 ; Genesis 25:1 Genesis 25:2 39:1

officer
Hebrew eunuch.
But the word signifies not only eunuchs, but also chamberlains, courtiers, and officers.
Esther 1:10 ; Isaiah 56:3

captain
Or, chief marshal. Hebrew chief of the slaughtermen,
or executioners.
39:1-23 40:4 2 Kings 25:8 ; *marg: