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Genesis 37

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Genesis 37:1 [1] Lit of his father's sojournings.
Genesis 37:1 [1] Lit of his father's sojournings.
Genesis 37:2 [2] I.e. concubines (see note 22:24).
Genesis 37:2 [2] I.e. concubines (see note 22:24).
Genesis 37:3 [3] The meaning of this word is uncertain; some sources indicate that it refers to a long-sleeved tunic that reaches the ankles, essentially a light robe. In any case, the tunic was a visible reminder to Joseph's brothers of their father's favoritism toward him.
Genesis 37:3 [3] The meaning of this word is uncertain; some sources indicate that it refers to a long-sleeved tunic that reaches the ankles, essentially a light robe. In any case, the tunic was a visible reminder to Joseph's brothers of their father's favoritism toward him.
Genesis 37:5 [4] In both vv 5, 8 "hated him even more" is properly translated, but there is an interesting play on words. The literal Hebrew says, "they added to hate"—the Hebrew word for "added" is the same for the word for Joseph—"they 'Josephed' their hate for him."
Genesis 37:5 [4] In both vv 5, 8 "hated him even more" is properly translated, but there is an interesting play on words. The literal Hebrew says, "they added to hate"—the Hebrew word for "added" is the same for the word for Joseph—"they 'Josephed' their hate for him."
Genesis 37:17 [5] Located about twelve miles north of Shechem.
Genesis 37:17 [5] Located about twelve miles north of Shechem.
Genesis 37:19 [6] Lit master of dreams.
Genesis 37:19 [6] Lit master of dreams.
Genesis 37:20 [7] These were earthen tanks that were dug or carved into rocky ground (perhaps limestone), designed to collect rainwater in the desert during winters. Some were cavernous, with a staircase carved into one of the walls for access to the bottom. The cistern selected by Joseph's brothers must have been deep enough to make escape very difficult for someone of his size, but constructed without a staircase or other means of access (other than a rope).
Genesis 37:20 [7] These were earthen tanks that were dug or carved into rocky ground (perhaps limestone), designed to collect rainwater in the desert during winters. Some were cavernous, with a staircase carved into one of the walls for access to the bottom. The cistern selected by Joseph's brothers must have been deep enough to make escape very difficult for someone of his size, but constructed without a staircase or other means of access (other than a rope).
Genesis 37:23 [8] See note v 3.
Genesis 37:23 [8] See note v 3.
Genesis 37:25 [10] A valuable tree resin.
Genesis 37:25 [10] A valuable tree resin.
Genesis 37:25 [9] Descendants of Abraham and Hagar (Sarah's maid, 16:15).
Genesis 37:25 [9] Descendants of Abraham and Hagar (Sarah's maid, 16:15).
Genesis 37:27 [11] Descendants of Abraham and Keturah, his concubine.
Genesis 37:27 [11] Descendants of Abraham and Keturah, his concubine.
Genesis 37:28 [12] The relationship between the Midianites and the Ishmaelites as they are mentioned here is unclear. It is possible, as some have suggested, that "Ishmaelites" came to be used as a general term for desert tribes, and that the same merchants are called by both names in this verse. This would also explain the reference to the "Midianites" in v 36. Another explanation, which was offered by the rabbis, is that Joseph was sold first to the Ishmaelites, who then sold him to the Midianites. Another possibility is that they were Ishmaelites from the area of Midian.
Genesis 37:28 [12] The relationship between the Midianites and the Ishmaelites as they are mentioned here is unclear. It is possible, as some have suggested, that "Ishmaelites" came to be used as a general term for desert tribes, and that the same merchants are called by both names in this verse. This would also explain the reference to the "Midianites" in v 36. Another explanation, which was offered by the rabbis, is that Joseph was sold first to the Ishmaelites, who then sold him to the Midianites. Another possibility is that they were Ishmaelites from the area of Midian.
Genesis 37:34 [13] An uncomfortable material woven from goat hair and worn in mourning.
Genesis 37:34 [13] An uncomfortable material woven from goat hair and worn in mourning.
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