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Da hun så kappen til Josef i hånden sin, ropte hun på mennene i huset, og sa til dem: «Se, Potifar har fått tak i en hebreer som ville ha sex med meg. Han kom inn for å ligge med meg, og jeg skrek høyt. Da han hørte at jeg skrek, stakk han av og lot kappen bli igjen hos meg. Han løp ut av huset.» Hun tok vare på kappen til Josef og viste den til Potifar da han kom hjem. Så sa hun det samme til ham: «Den hebraiske tjeneren som du har tatt inn til oss, kom inn til meg for å ha sex med meg. Da jeg skrek og ropte, flyktet han ut av huset og lot kappen sin bli igjen hos meg. Tenk at tjeneren din gjorde dette mot meg.» Da ble Potifar rasende, og han fikk tak i Josef og satte ham i fengselet der kongens fanger ble holdt fanget. Nå måtte han være i fengselet.
What Does This Mean?
This verse describes a moment when Potiphar's wife realizes Joseph has left his garment behind and fled from her. It highlights Joseph's decision to avoid temptation and maintain his integrity.
Explained for Children
Imagine you have a favorite toy, and a friend tries to take it without asking. You leave it behind and run away to stay safe. That's what Joseph did, but with something much more important.
Historical Background
This passage is from the Book of Genesis, written by Moses around 1446-1406 BC. It's part of Joseph's story in Egypt, detailing his interactions with Potiphar's household and the challenges he faces.
Living It Out Today
In today's world, think of a situation where you might be tempted to do something wrong for a short-term gain. Remember Joseph's example and make a choice that upholds your values, even if it means facing difficulty.
This verse teaches that integrity is about making choices that align with your values, even when it's hard or when others try to lead you astray.
How does this verse relate to modern temptations?
Just like Joseph faced a temptation to compromise his integrity, people today face various temptations. This verse encourages making choices that uphold one's values.
What can we learn about Joseph from this verse?
We can see Joseph's commitment to his moral principles, his quick thinking to escape a compromising situation, and his bravery in the face of potential consequences.
How does this story influence the narrative of Genesis?
This story highlights a pivotal moment in Joseph's life, showing his character and the choices that lead to his later role in Egypt, which is crucial to the larger story of the Israelites.