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Genesis 41:50 · KJV

"And unto Joseph were born two sons before the years of famine came, which Asenath the daughter of Poti-pherah priest of On bare unto him."

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Passage Context

48And he gathered up all the food of the seven years, which were in the land of Egypt, and laid up the food in the cities: the food of the field, which was round about every city, laid he up in the same.
49And Joseph gathered corn as the sand of the sea, very much, until he left numbering; for it was without number.
50And unto Joseph were born two sons before the years of famine came, which Asenath the daughter of Poti-pherah priest of On bare unto him.
51And Joseph called the name of the firstborn Manasseh: For God, said he, hath made me forget all my toil, and all my father's house.
52And the name of the second called he Ephraim: For God hath caused me to be fruitful in the land of my affliction.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you view blessings in times of trouble?

2

What does it mean for you to create a legacy?

3

When have you experienced joy amidst hardship?

Life Application

family

Cherish family moments, especially during difficult times.

faith

Trust that God can bring blessings even in challenging situations.

People in This Verse

AsenathOT

Asenath was the daughter of Poti-pherah, a priest of On. She became Joseph's wife and bore him two sons, symbolizing his integration into Egyptian society.

First appearance: Genesis 41:45

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

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