Bible Dictionary

Potiphar

An Egyptian proper name traditionally understood to mean "given by Ra."

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Meaning

An Egyptian proper name traditionally understood to mean "given by Ra."

Key Scriptures

  • Genesis 37:36
  • Genesis 39:1-20

Meaning

Potiphar is an Egyptian proper name traditionally understood to mean “given by Ra.”


Biblical Usage

In Scripture, Potiphar was an Egyptian officer of Pharaoh and captain of the guard.

He bought Joseph as a servant and placed him over his household.

Potiphar’s wife later accused Joseph after he refused her advances, and Joseph was subsequently placed in prison.


Key References

  • Genesis 37:36
  • Genesis 39:1-20

  • Joseph
  • Pharaoh
  • Egypt
  • Egyptian

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Scriptures

  • Genesis 37:36
  • Genesis 39:1-20

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