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Genesis 37:23 · KJV

"And it came to pass, when Joseph was come unto his brethren, that they stript Joseph out of his coat, his coat of many colours that was on him;"

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Passage Context

21And Reuben heard it, and he delivered him out of their hands; and said, Let us not kill him.
22And Reuben said unto them, Shed no blood, but cast him into this pit that is in the wilderness, and lay no hand upon him; that he might rid him out of their hands, to deliver him to his father again.
23And it came to pass, when Joseph was come unto his brethren, that they stript Joseph out of his coat, his coat of many colours that was on him;
24And they took him, and cast him into a pit: and the pit was empty, there was no water in it.
25And they sat down to eat bread: and they lifted up their eyes and looked, and, behold, a company of Ishmeelites came from Gilead with their camels bearing spicery and balm and myrrh, going to carry it down to Egypt.

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Reflection Questions

1

What does it feel like to have something precious taken from you?

2

How do you respond to betrayal from those close to you?

3

When have you experienced a loss that changed your path?

Life Application

betrayal

Reflect on how you can forgive those who have wronged you. Consider the impact of your actions on others.

identity

Recognize the importance of your identity in Christ, regardless of how others may perceive you.

People in This Verse

JosephBoth

Joseph, the favored son of Jacob, rose to prominence in Egypt due to his ability to interpret dreams. His story illustrates themes of betrayal, forgiveness, and divine purpose.

First appearance: Genesis 37:3

Connection to Jesus

typology

Joseph being stripped of his coat symbolizes the humiliation and suffering that Jesus endured before His crucifixion.

See also: Matthew 27:28

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