Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version One day he went into the house to attend to his duties, and none of the household servants was inside. New Living Translation One day, however, no one else was around when he went in to do his work. English Standard Version But one day, when he went into the house to do his work and none of the men of the house was there in the house, Berean Standard Bible One day, however, Joseph went into the house to attend to his work, and not a single household servant was inside. King James Bible And it came to pass about this time, that Joseph went into the house to do his business; and there was none of the men of the house there within. New King James Version But it happened about this time, when Joseph went into the house to do his work, and none of the men of the house was inside, New American Standard Bible Now it happened one day that he went into the house to do his work, and none of the people of the household was there inside. NASB 1995 Now it happened one day that he went into the house to do his work, and none of the men of the household was there inside. NASB 1977 Now it happened one day that he went into the house to do his work, and none of the men of the household was there inside. Legacy Standard Bible Now it happened one day that he went into the house to do his work, and none of the men of the household was there inside. Amplified Bible Then it happened one day that Joseph went into the house to attend to his duties, and none of the men of the household was there in the house. Christian Standard Bible Now one day he went into the house to do his work, and none of the household servants were there. Holman Christian Standard Bible Now one day he went into the house to do his work, and none of the household servants were there. American Standard Version And it came to pass about this time, that he went into the house to do his work; and there was none of the men of the house there within. Contemporary English Version One day, Joseph went to Potiphar's house to do his work, and none of the other servants were there. English Revised Version And it came to pass about this time, that he went into the house to do his work; and there was none of the men of the house there within. GOD'S WORD® Translation One day he went into the house to do his work, and none of the household servants were there. Good News Translation But one day when Joseph went into the house to do his work, none of the house servants was there. International Standard Version One day, though, he went into the house to do his work. None of the household servants were inside, Majority Standard Bible One day, however, Joseph went into the house to attend to his work, and not a single household servant was inside. NET Bible One day he went into the house to do his work when none of the household servants were there in the house. New Heart English Bible Now it happened about this time that he went into the house to do his work, and there were none of the men of the house inside. Webster's Bible Translation And it came to pass, about this time, that Joseph went into the house to do his business; and there was none of the men of the house there within. World English Bible About this time, he went into the house to do his work, and there were none of the men of the house inside. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand it comes to pass about this day, that he goes into the house to do his work, and there is none of the men of the house there in the house, Young's Literal Translation and it cometh to pass about this day, that he goeth into the house to do his work, and there is none of the men of the house there in the house, Smith's Literal Translation And it will be about this day, and he will come into the house to do his work: and no man from the men of the house there in the house. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleNow it happened on it certain day, that Joseph went into the house, and was doing some business without any, man with him: Catholic Public Domain Version Then it happened, on a certain day, that Joseph entered the house, and he was doing something, without any witnesses. New American Bible One such day, when Joseph came into the house to do his work, and none of the household servants were then in the house, New Revised Standard Version One day, however, when he went into the house to do his work, and while no one else was in the house, Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd it came to pass one day that Joseph went in to the house to do his work; and none of the men of the household were there in the house. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated It was on one of the days, and Yoseph entered the house to do work, and there was no man of the men of the house there in the house. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And it came to pass on a certain day, when he went into the house to do his work, and there was none of the men of the house there within, Brenton Septuagint Translation it came to pass on a certain day, that Joseph went into the house to do his business, and there was no one of the household within. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Joseph and Potiphar's Wife…10Although Potiphar’s wife spoke to Joseph day after day, he refused to go to bed with her or even be near her. 11One day, however, Joseph went into the house to attend to his work, and not a single household servant was inside. 12She grabbed Joseph by his cloak and said, “Sleep with me!” But leaving his cloak in her hand, he escaped and ran outside.… Cross References Proverbs 7:13-23 She seizes him and kisses him; she brazenly says to him: / “I have made my peace offerings; today I have paid my vows. / So I came out to meet you; I sought you, and I have found you. ... 2 Samuel 11:2-4 One evening David got up from his bed and strolled around on the roof of the palace. And from the roof he saw a woman bathing—a very beautiful woman. / So David sent and inquired about the woman, and he was told, “This is Bathsheba, the daughter of Eliam and the wife of Uriah the Hittite.” / Then David sent messengers to get her, and when she came to him, he slept with her. (Now she had just purified herself from her uncleanness.) Then she returned home. 1 Corinthians 10:13 No temptation has seized you except what is common to man. And God is faithful; He will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, He will also provide an escape, so that you can stand up under it. Matthew 5:28 But I tell you that anyone who looks at a woman to lust after her has already committed adultery with her in his heart. 2 Timothy 2:22 Flee from youthful passions and pursue righteousness, faith, love, and peace, together with those who call on the Lord out of a pure heart. James 1:14-15 But each one is tempted when by his own evil desires he is lured away and enticed. / Then after desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin; and sin, when it is full-grown, gives birth to death. 1 Peter 5:8 Be sober-minded and alert. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. 1 Thessalonians 4:3-5 For it is God’s will that you should be holy: You must abstain from sexual immorality; / each of you must know how to control his own body in holiness and honor, / not in lustful passion like the Gentiles who do not know God; Romans 13:14 Instead, clothe yourselves with the Lord Jesus Christ, and make no provision for the desires of the flesh. 1 Corinthians 6:18 Flee from sexual immorality. Every other sin a man can commit is outside his body, but he who sins sexually sins against his own body. Exodus 20:14 You shall not commit adultery. Proverbs 6:23-29 For this commandment is a lamp, this teaching is a light, and the reproofs of discipline are the way to life, / to keep you from the evil woman, from the smooth tongue of the adulteress. / Do not lust in your heart for her beauty or let her captivate you with her eyes. ... Job 31:1 “I have made a covenant with my eyes. How then could I gaze with desire at a virgin? Psalm 119:9 How can a young man keep his way pure? By guarding it according to Your word. Proverbs 5:3-8 Though the lips of the forbidden woman drip honey and her speech is smoother than oil, / in the end she is bitter as wormwood, sharp as a double-edged sword. / Her feet go down to death; her steps lead straight to Sheol. ... Treasury of Scripture And it came to pass about this time, that Joseph went into the house to do his business; and there was none of the men of the house there within. none of the men. Job 24:15 The eye also of the adulterer waiteth for the twilight, saying, No eye shall see me: and disguiseth his face. Proverbs 9:17 Stolen waters are sweet, and bread eaten in secret is pleasant. Jeremiah 23:24 Can any hide himself in secret places that I shall not see him? saith the LORD. Do not I fill heaven and earth? saith the LORD. Jump to Previous Attend Business Duties House Household Inside Joseph Servants Time Within WorkJump to Next Attend Business Duties House Household Inside Joseph Servants Time Within WorkGenesis 39 1. Joseph is bought by Potiphar, and preferred in the family.7. He resists temptation by Potiphar's Wife. 13. He is falsely accused by her. 20. He is cast into prison. 21. God is with him there, and he is advanced by the keeper of prison. One day, however, This phrase sets the scene for a specific event in Joseph's life, indicating a turning point. The use of "however" suggests a contrast to previous events, highlighting the unexpected nature of what is about to occur. Joseph's life is marked by divine providence, and this moment is pivotal in God's plan for him. Joseph went into the house to attend to his work, and not a single household servant was inside. Persons / Places / Events 1. JosephA Hebrew man sold into slavery by his brothers, now serving in the house of Potiphar, an Egyptian officer. Joseph is known for his integrity and faithfulness to God. 2. Potiphar's House The setting of this event, where Joseph is entrusted with significant responsibility due to his trustworthy nature and God's favor upon him. 3. Potiphar's Wife Although not mentioned directly in this verse, she plays a crucial role in the surrounding account, attempting to seduce Joseph and later falsely accusing him. 4. The Household Servants Their absence is significant in this verse, setting the stage for the temptation and false accusation that follows. 5. The Event Joseph enters the house to perform his duties, unaware that he is alone, which leads to a pivotal moment of temptation and testing of his character. Teaching Points Integrity in IsolationJoseph's situation reminds us that true integrity is demonstrated not only in public but also in private, when no one else is watching. The Importance of Fleeing Temptation Joseph's response to temptation is a model for us; he physically removes himself from the situation, illustrating the importance of taking decisive action against sin. God's Presence in Trials Despite the absence of others, God is with Joseph, providing strength and guidance. We can trust in God's presence and support during our own trials. Consequences of False Accusations Joseph's account highlights the reality of suffering unjustly, yet it also shows that God can use such situations for His greater purpose. Faithfulness Leads to Favor Joseph's faithfulness to God and his duties leads to favor, even in difficult circumstances. Our faithfulness can similarly lead to God's blessings in our lives.Verses 11, 12. - And it came to pass about this time (literally, at this day, i.e. it one day happened), that Joseph went into the house to do his business (i.e. to attend to his accustomed duties); and there was none of the men of the house there within (or, in the hour). And she caught him by his garment (this was probably the long loose robe or mantle, with short sleeves, used in Oriental full dress), saying, Lie with me: and he left his garment in her hand, and fled, and got him out - literally, and went forth into the place without, i.e. out of the house and into the street. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew One day,כְּהַיּ֣וֹם (kə·hay·yō·wm) Preposition-k, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3117: A day however, וַיְהִי֙ (way·hî) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be [Joseph] went וַיָּבֹ֥א (way·yā·ḇō) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 935: To come in, come, go in, go into the house הַבַּ֖יְתָה (hab·bay·ṯāh) Article | Noun - masculine singular | third person feminine singular Strong's 1004: A house to attend to לַעֲשׂ֣וֹת (la·‘ă·śō·wṯ) Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct Strong's 6213: To do, make his work, מְלַאכְתּ֑וֹ (mə·laḵ·tōw) Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 4399: Deputyship, ministry, employment, work, property and not וְאֵ֨ין (wə·’ên) Conjunctive waw | Adverb Strong's 369: A non-entity, a negative particle a single אִ֜ישׁ (’îš) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 376: A man as an individual, a male person household הַבַּ֛יִת (hab·ba·yiṯ) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 1004: A house servant מֵאַנְשֵׁ֥י (mê·’an·šê) Preposition-m | Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 376: A man as an individual, a male person [was] שָׁ֖ם (šām) Adverb Strong's 8033: There, then, thither inside. בַּבָּֽיִת׃ (bab·bā·yiṯ) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 1004: A house Links Genesis 39:11 NIVGenesis 39:11 NLT Genesis 39:11 ESV Genesis 39:11 NASB Genesis 39:11 KJV Genesis 39:11 BibleApps.com Genesis 39:11 Biblia Paralela Genesis 39:11 Chinese Bible Genesis 39:11 French Bible Genesis 39:11 Catholic Bible OT Law: Genesis 39:11 About this time he went into (Gen. 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