Genesis 39:19

Afrikaans Bible (ABA) 2007 (Bybel vir almal)

Toe Potifar hoor wat sy vrou vir hom vertel wat Josef wou doen, het hy baie kwaad geword.

What Does This Mean?

This verse describes Joseph's master becoming angry after hearing his wife's accusations about Joseph. The verse does not specify who is speaking, but it describes the master's reaction to his wife's claims.

Explained for Children

Imagine you hear your friend say something mean about your best friend. You get really upset because you think it's not true. That's kind of like what happened here; Joseph's master got really mad when he heard his wife say something bad about Joseph.

Historical Background

This passage is from the book of Genesis, which was written by Moses around 1400 BC. The audience was the Israelites, and the cultural setting was the time of the patriarchs, where family and household dynamics were central to societal structure.

Living It Out Today

In modern terms, this can be seen as a situation where a person gets angry and reacts based on what they hear, without verifying the facts. It's a reminder to seek truth and not react based on hearsay.

Topics

• anger
• betrayal
• trust
• family dynamics
• truth
• judgment

Related Verses

• Genesis 37:11
• Genesis 45:4
• 1 Samuel 25:34
• Matthew 18:15
• James 1:19

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did Joseph's master get angry?

Joseph's master got angry after hearing his wife's accusations about Joseph, likely because he trusted his wife and believed what she said about Joseph's behavior.

What was the accusation against Joseph?

The specific accusation is not detailed in this verse, but it implies that Joseph's wife had accused him of some wrongdoing, possibly of a sexual nature, which would have been a serious offense in that time.

How does this relate to Joseph's story?

This verse is part of the larger narrative of Joseph's life, showing how he faced challenges and misunderstandings, which eventually led to his rise to power in Egypt.

What lessons can we learn from this verse?

We can learn the importance of not reacting based on hearsay and the value of seeking the truth before making judgments.