Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Before the years of famine came, two sons were born to Joseph by Asenath daughter of Potiphera, priest of On. New Living Translation During this time, before the first of the famine years, two sons were born to Joseph and his wife, Asenath, the daughter of Potiphera, the priest of On. English Standard Version Before the year of famine came, two sons were born to Joseph. Asenath, the daughter of Potiphera priest of On, bore them to him. Berean Standard Bible Before the years of famine arrived, two sons were born to Joseph by Asenath daughter of Potiphera, priest of On. King James Bible And unto Joseph were born two sons before the years of famine came, which Asenath the daughter of Potipherah priest of On bare unto him. New King James Version And to Joseph were born two sons before the years of famine came, whom Asenath, the daughter of Poti-Pherah priest of On, bore to him. New American Standard Bible Now before the year of famine came, two sons were born to Joseph, whom Asenath, the daughter of Potiphera, priest of On, bore to him. NASB 1995 Now before the year of famine came, two sons were born to Joseph, whom Asenath, the daughter of Potiphera priest of On, bore to him. NASB 1977 Now before the year of famine came, two sons were born to Joseph, whom Asenath, the daughter of Potiphera priest of On, bore to him. Legacy Standard Bible Now before the year of famine came, two sons were born to Joseph, whom Asenath, the daughter of Potiphera priest of On, bore to him. Amplified Bible Now two sons were born to Joseph before the years of famine came, whom Asenath, the daughter of Potiphera, priest of On, bore to him. Christian Standard Bible Two sons were born to Joseph before the years of famine arrived. Asenath daughter of Potiphera, priest at On, bore them to him. Holman Christian Standard Bible Two sons were born to Joseph before the years of famine arrived. Asenath daughter of Potiphera, priest at On, bore them to him. American Standard Version And unto Joseph were born two sons before the year of famine came, whom Asenath, the daughter of Potiphera priest of On, bare unto him. Contemporary English Version Joseph and his wife had two sons before the famine began. English Revised Version And unto Joseph were born two sons before the year of famine came, which Asenath the daughter of Poti-phera priest of On bare unto him. GOD'S WORD® Translation Before the years of famine came, Joseph had two sons by Asenath, daughter of Potiphera, priest from the city of On. Good News Translation Before the years of famine came, Joseph had two sons by Asenath. International Standard Version Before the years of famine arrived, Joseph fathered two sons with Asenath, the daughter of Potiphera, the priest of On. Majority Standard Bible Before the years of famine arrived, two sons were born to Joseph by Asenath daughter of Potiphera, priest of On. NET Bible Two sons were born to Joseph before the famine came. Asenath daughter of Potiphera, priest of On, was their mother. New Heart English Bible To Joseph were born two sons before the year of famine came, whom Asenath, the daughter of Potiphera priest of On, bore to him. Webster's Bible Translation And to Joseph were born two sons before the years of famine came: which Asenath the daughter of Poti-pherah priest of On bore to him. World English Bible To Joseph were born two sons before the year of famine came, whom Asenath, the daughter of Potiphera priest of On, bore to him. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd to Joseph were born two sons before the year of famine comes, whom Asenath daughter of Poti-Pherah, priest of On, has borne to him, Young's Literal Translation And to Joseph were born two sons before the year of famine cometh, whom Asenath daughter of Poti-Pherah, priest of On, hath borne to him, Smith's Literal Translation And to Joseph will be born two sons before the years of the famine will come: which Asenath, daughter of Poti-Pherah, priest of Ain, bare to him. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd before the famine came, Joseph had two sons born: whom Aseneth the daughter of Putiphare priest of Heliopolis bore unto him. Catholic Public Domain Version Then, before the famine arrived, Joseph had two sons born, whom Asenath, the daughter of Potiphera, priest of Heliopolis, bore for him. New American Bible Before the famine years set in, Joseph became the father of two sons, borne to him by Asenath, daughter of Potiphera, priest of Heliopolis. New Revised Standard Version Before the years of famine came, Joseph had two sons, whom Asenath daughter of Potiphera, priest of On, bore to him. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd to Joseph were born two sons before the years of famine came, whom Asiath the daughter of Potipherah priest of On bore to him. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And to Yoseph were born two sons, before a year of famine would come in, for Asyath, daughter of Putiphara, Priest of Oun, had given birth by him. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And unto Joseph were born two sons before the year of famine came, whom Asenath the daughter of Poti-phera priest of On bore unto him. Brenton Septuagint Translation And to Joseph were born two sons, before the seven years of famine came, which Aseneth, the daughter of Petephres, priest of Heliopolis, bore to him. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Seven Years of Plenty…49So Joseph stored up grain in such abundance, like the sand of the sea, that he stopped keeping track of it; for it was beyond measure. 50Before the years of famine arrived, two sons were born to Joseph by Asenath daughter of Potiphera, priest of On. 51Joseph named the firstborn Manasseh, saying, “God has made me forget all my hardship and all my father’s household.”… Cross References Genesis 48:5 And now your two sons born to you in Egypt before I came to you here shall be reckoned as mine; Ephraim and Manasseh shall be mine, just as Reuben and Simeon are mine. Genesis 46:20 Manasseh and Ephraim were born to Joseph in the land of Egypt by Asenath daughter of Potiphera, priest of On. Genesis 50:23 He saw Ephraim’s sons to the third generation, and indeed the sons of Machir son of Manasseh were brought up on Joseph’s knees. 1 Chronicles 7:14 The descendants of Manasseh: Asriel through his Aramean concubine. She also gave birth to Machir the father of Gilead. Exodus 1:6-7 Now Joseph and all his brothers and all that generation died, / but the Israelites were fruitful and increased rapidly; they multiplied and became exceedingly numerous, so that the land was filled with them. Numbers 26:28-37 The descendants of Joseph included the clans of Manasseh and Ephraim. / These were the descendants of Manasseh: The Machirite clan from Machir, the father of Gilead, and the Gileadite clan from Gilead. / These were the descendants of Gilead: the Iezerite clan from Iezer, the Helekite clan from Helek, ... Joshua 17:1-2 Now this was the allotment for the tribe of Manasseh as Joseph’s firstborn son, namely for Machir the firstborn of Manasseh and father of the Gileadites, who had received Gilead and Bashan because Machir was a man of war. / So this allotment was for the rest of the descendants of Manasseh—the clans of Abiezer, Helek, Asriel, Shechem, Hepher, and Shemida. These are the other male descendants of the clans of Manasseh son of Joseph. 1 Chronicles 5:23-26 Now the people of the half-tribe of Manasseh were numerous. They settled in the land from Bashan to Baal-hermon (that is, Senir, also known as Mount Hermon). / These were the heads of their families: Epher, Ishi, Eliel, Azriel, Jeremiah, Hodaviah, and Jahdiel. They were mighty men of valor, famous men, and heads of their families. / But they were unfaithful to the God of their fathers, and they prostituted themselves with the gods of the peoples of the land, whom God had destroyed before them. ... 1 Chronicles 7:20-29 The descendants of Ephraim: Shuthelah, Bered his son, Tahath his son, Eleadah his son, Tahath his son, / Zabad his son, and Shuthelah his son. Ezer and Elead were killed by the natives of Gath, because they went down to steal their livestock. / Their father Ephraim mourned for many days, and his relatives came to comfort him. ... Psalm 105:21-22 He made him master of his household, ruler over all his substance, / to instruct his princes as he pleased and teach his elders wisdom. Acts 7:14 Then Joseph sent for his father Jacob and all his relatives, seventy-five in all. Acts 7:9-10 Because the patriarchs were jealous of Joseph, they sold him as a slave into Egypt. But God was with him / and rescued him from all his troubles. He granted Joseph favor and wisdom in the sight of Pharaoh king of Egypt, who appointed him ruler over Egypt and all his household. Hebrews 11:21 By faith Jacob, when he was dying, blessed each of Joseph’s sons and worshiped as he leaned on the top of his staff. Hebrews 11:22 By faith Joseph, when his end was near, spoke about the exodus of the Israelites and gave instructions about his bones. Romans 9:6-13 It is not as though God’s word has failed. For not all who are descended from Israel are Israel. / Nor because they are Abraham’s descendants are they all his children. On the contrary, “Through Isaac your offspring will be reckoned.” / So it is not the children of the flesh who are God’s children, but it is the children of the promise who are regarded as offspring. ... Treasury of Scripture And to Joseph were born two sons before the years of famine came, which Asenath the daughter of Potipherah priest of On bore to him. unto Joseph. Genesis 46:20 And unto Joseph in the land of Egypt were born Manasseh and Ephraim, which Asenath the daughter of Potipherah priest of On bare unto him. Genesis 48:5 And now thy two sons, Ephraim and Manasseh, which were born unto thee in the land of Egypt before I came unto thee into Egypt, are mine; as Reuben and Simeon, they shall be mine. Asenath. Genesis 41:45 And Pharaoh called Joseph's name Zaphnathpaaneah; and he gave him to wife Asenath the daughter of Potipherah priest of On. And Joseph went out over all the land of Egypt. Genesis 46:20 And unto Joseph in the land of Egypt were born Manasseh and Ephraim, which Asenath the daughter of Potipherah priest of On bare unto him. priest. 2 Samuel 8:18 And Benaiah the son of Jehoiada was over both the Cherethites and the Pelethites; and David's sons were chief rulers. Jump to Previous Asenath As'enath Bare Birth Bore Born Borne Daughter Famine Joseph Need Potiphera Poti'phera Poti-Phera Potipherah Poti-Pherah Priest TimeJump to Next Asenath As'enath Bare Birth Bore Born Borne Daughter Famine Joseph Need Potiphera Poti'phera Poti-Phera Potipherah Poti-Pherah Priest TimeGenesis 41 1. Pharaoh has two dreams.9. Joseph interprets them. 33. He gives Pharaoh counsel, and is highly advanced, and married. 46. The seven years of plenty. 50. He begets children. 53. The famine begins. Before the years of famine arrived This phrase sets the chronological context within the narrative of Joseph's life in Egypt. Joseph, having interpreted Pharaoh's dreams, predicted seven years of abundance followed by seven years of famine (Genesis 41:25-30). The timing of the birth of Joseph's sons during the years of plenty highlights God's provision and blessing in Joseph's life before the impending hardship. This period of abundance can be seen as a time of preparation, reflecting the biblical principle of stewardship and foresight (Proverbs 6:6-8). two sons were born to Joseph by Asenath daughter of Potiphera, priest of On Persons / Places / Events 1. JosephA Hebrew man who rose to power in Egypt, second only to Pharaoh. He is known for his ability to interpret dreams and his wise administration during the years of plenty and famine. 2. Asenath The daughter of Potiphera, priest of On, and the wife of Joseph. She bore Joseph two sons, Manasseh and Ephraim. 3. Potiphera A priest of On, an Egyptian city known for its worship of the sun god Ra. He is the father of Asenath. 4. On An ancient city in Egypt, also known as Heliopolis, which was a center of worship for the sun god. 5. The Years of Famine A period of severe famine that followed seven years of plenty in Egypt, as foretold by Joseph through Pharaoh's dreams. Teaching Points God's Sovereignty in TimingJoseph's sons were born "before the years of famine," illustrating God's perfect timing in preparing Joseph's family for the coming hardship. Trust in God's timing in your own life. Faithfulness in Foreign Lands Joseph remained faithful to God despite being in a foreign land and culture. We are called to maintain our faith and integrity regardless of our circumstances. Family and Legacy The birth of Joseph's sons signifies the continuation of God's promise to Abraham. Consider how your actions and faith can impact future generations. God's Provision in Adversity Joseph's account is a testament to God's provision and care even in times of adversity. Reflect on how God has provided for you in difficult times. Cultural Integration and Influence Joseph's marriage to Asenath shows a blending of cultures. As Christians, we can engage with the world while maintaining our distinct identity in Christ.Verses 50, 51. - And unto Joseph wore born two sons before the years of famine came, (literally, before the coming of the gears of famine), which Asenath the daughter of Poti-pherah priest of On bare unto him. And Joseph called, the name of the firstborn Manasseh ("Forgetting," from nashah, to forget): For God (Elohim; Joseph not at the moment thinking of his son's birth in its relations to the theocratic kingdom, but simply in its connection with the overruling providence of God which had been so signally illustrated in his elevation, from a position of obscurity in Canaan to such conspicuous honor in the land of the Pharaohs), said he, hath made me forget all my toil, and all my father's house. Not absolutely (Calvin, who censures Joseph on this account, vix tamen in totem potest excusari oblivio paternae domus), as events subsequently proved, but relatively, the pressure of his former affliction being relieved by his present happiness, and the loss of his father's house in some degree compensated by the building of a house for himself. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Beforeבְּטֶ֥רֶם (bə·ṭe·rem) Preposition-b | Adverb Strong's 2962: Non-occurrence, not yet, before the years שְׁנַ֣ת (šə·naṯ) Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 8141: A year of famine הָרָעָ֑ב (hā·rā·‘āḇ) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 7458: Famine, hunger arrived, תָּב֖וֹא (tā·ḇō·w) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 935: To come in, come, go in, go two שְׁנֵ֣י (šə·nê) Number - mdc Strong's 8147: Two (a cardinal number) sons בָנִ֔ים (ḇā·nîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 1121: A son were born יֻלַּד֙ (yul·laḏ) Verb - QalPass - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 3205: To bear young, to beget, medically, to act as midwife, to show lineage to Joseph וּלְיוֹסֵ֤ף (ū·lə·yō·w·sêp̄) Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l | Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 3130: Joseph -- 'he increases', a son of Jacob, also the name of several Israelites by Asenath אָֽסְנַ֔ת (’ā·sə·naṯ) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 621: Asenath -- perhaps 'belonging to Neith', the wife of Joseph daughter בַּת־ (baṯ-) Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 1323: A daughter of Potiphera, פֶ֖רַע (p̄e·ra‘) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 6319: Poti-Phera priest כֹּהֵ֥ן (kō·hên) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3548: Priest of On. אֽוֹן׃ (’ō·wn) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 204: On -- a city in northern Egypt Links Genesis 41:50 NIVGenesis 41:50 NLT Genesis 41:50 ESV Genesis 41:50 NASB Genesis 41:50 KJV Genesis 41:50 BibleApps.com Genesis 41:50 Biblia Paralela Genesis 41:50 Chinese Bible Genesis 41:50 French Bible Genesis 41:50 Catholic Bible OT Law: Genesis 41:50 To Joseph were born two sons before (Gen. 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