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Potiphar

Facts:

Potiphar was an important official for the pharaoh of Egypt during the time that Joseph was sold as a slave to some Ishmaelites.

  • Potiphar bought Joseph from the Ishmaelites and appointed him to be in charge of his household.
  • When Joseph was falsely accused of doing wrong, Potiphar had Joseph put in prison.

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(See also: Egypt, Joseph (OT), Pharaoh)

Bible References:

Word Data:##

  • Strong's: H6318