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International Version</a></span><br />When his master saw that the LORD was with him and that the LORD gave him success in everything he did,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/genesis/39.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />Potiphar noticed this and realized that the LORD was with Joseph, giving him success in everything he did.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/genesis/39.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />His master saw that the LORD was with him and that the LORD caused all that he did to succeed in his hands.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/genesis/39.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />When his master saw that the LORD was with him and made him prosper in all he did,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/genesis/39.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />And his master saw that the LORD <i>was</i> with him, and that the LORD made all that he did to prosper in his hand.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/genesis/39.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />And his master saw that the LORD <i>was</i> with him and that the LORD made all he did to prosper in his hand.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/genesis/39.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Now his master saw that the LORD was with him and <i>that</i> the LORD made all that he did prosper in his hand.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/genesis/39.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Now his master saw that the LORD was with him and how the LORD caused all that he did to prosper in his hand.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/genesis/39.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Now his master saw that the LORD was with him and <i>how</i> the LORD caused all that he did to prosper in his hand.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/genesis/39.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Now his master saw that Yahweh was with him and <i>how</i> Yahweh caused all that he did to succeed in his hand.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/genesis/39.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Now his master saw that the LORD was with him and that the LORD caused all that he did to prosper (succeed) in his hand.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/genesis/39.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />When his master saw that the LORD was with him and that the LORD made everything he did successful,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/genesis/39.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />When his master saw that the LORD was with him and that the LORD made everything he did successful,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/genesis/39.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />And his master saw that Jehovah was with him, and that Jehovah made all that he did to prosper in his hand.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/genesis/39.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />And his master saw that the LORD was with him, and that the LORD made all that he did to prosper in his hand.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/genesis/39.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Joseph's master saw that the LORD was with him and that the LORD made everything he did successful.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/genesis/39.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />who saw that the LORD was with Joseph and had made him successful in everything he did. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/genesis/39.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />who could see that the LORD was with Joseph, because the LORD made everything prosper that Joseph did. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/genesis/39.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />When his master saw that the LORD was with him and made him prosper in all he did,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/genesis/39.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />His master observed that the LORD was with him and that the LORD made everything he was doing successful.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/genesis/39.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />And his master saw that God was with him, and that God made everything that he did to succeed in his hands.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/genesis/39.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />And his master saw that the LORD was with him, and that the LORD made all that he did to prosper in his hand.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/genesis/39.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />His master saw that Yahweh was with him, and that Yahweh made all that he did prosper in his hand. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/genesis/39.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />and his lord sees that YHWH is with him, and all that he is doing YHWH is causing to prosper in his hand,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/genesis/39.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> and his lord seeth that Jehovah is with him, and all that he is doing Jehovah is causing to prosper in his hand,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/genesis/39.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And his lord will see that Jehovah is with him, and all that he did Jehovah prospering in his hand.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/genesis/39.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Who knew very well that the Lord was with him, and made all that he did to prosper in his hand. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/genesis/39.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />who knew very well that the Lord was with him, and that all the things that were done by him were directed by his hand.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/genesis/39.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />When his master saw that the LORD was with him and brought him success in whatever he did,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/genesis/39.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />His master saw that the LORD was with him, and that the LORD caused all that he did to prosper in his hands.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/genesis/39.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />And his master saw that the LORD was with him, and that the LORD made all that he did to prosper under his hands.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/genesis/39.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And his lord saw that LORD JEHOVAH was with him and LORD JEHOVAH prospered everything that he did with his hands.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/genesis/39.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />And his master saw that the LORD was with him, and that the LORD made all that he did to prosper in his hand.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/genesis/39.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />And his master knew that the Lord was with him, and the Lord prospers in his hands whatsoever he happens to do.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/genesis/39-3.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/7ehevn8iSgc?start=9928" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/genesis/39.htm">Joseph and Potiphar's Wife</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">2</span>And the LORD was with Joseph, and he became a successful man, serving in the household of his Egyptian master. <span class="reftext">3</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/113.htm" title="113: ’ă·ḏō·nāw (N-mpc:: 3ms) -- Lord. Or adon; from an unused root; sovereign, i.e. Controller.">When his master</a> <a href="/hebrew/7200.htm" title="7200: way·yar (Conj-w:: V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms) -- To see. A primitive root; to see, literally or figuratively.">saw</a> <a href="/hebrew/3588.htm" title="3588: kî (Conj) -- That, for, when. ">that</a> <a href="/hebrew/3068.htm" title="3068: Yah·weh (N-proper-ms) -- The proper name of the God of Israel. From hayah; self-Existent or Eternal; Jehovah, Jewish national name of God.">the LORD</a> <a href="/hebrew/854.htm" title="854: ’it·tōw (Prep:: 3ms) -- With (denoting proximity). Probably from 'anah; properly, nearness, near; hence, generally, with, by, at, among, etc.">was with him</a> <a href="/hebrew/3068.htm" title="3068: Yah·weh (N-proper-ms) -- The proper name of the God of Israel. From hayah; self-Existent or Eternal; Jehovah, Jewish national name of God.">and</a> <a href="/hebrew/6743.htm" title="6743: maṣ·lî·aḥ (V-Hifil-Prtcpl-ms) -- To push forward. Or tsaleach; a primitive root; to push forward, in various senses.">made him prosper</a> <a href="/hebrew/3027.htm" title="3027: bə·yā·ḏōw (Prep-b:: N-fsc:: 3ms) -- Hand (indicating power, means, direction, etc.)"></a> <a href="/hebrew/3605.htm" title="3605: wə·ḵōl (Conj-w:: N-ms) -- The whole, all. Or kowl; from kalal; properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every.">in all</a> <a href="/hebrew/834.htm" title="834: ’ă·šer- (Pro-r) -- Who, which, that. A primitive relative pronoun; who, which, what, that; also when, where, how, because, in order that, etc."></a> <a href="/hebrew/1931.htm" title="1931: hū (Pro-3ms) -- He, she, it. ">he</a> <a href="/hebrew/6213.htm" title="6213: ‘ō·śeh (V-Qal-Prtcpl-ms) -- To do, make. A primitive root; to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application.">did,</a> </span><span class="reftext">4</span>Joseph found favor in his sight and became his personal attendant. Potiphar put him in charge of his household and entrusted him with everything he owned.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/21-22.htm">Genesis 21:22</a></span><br />At that time Abimelech and Phicol the commander of his army said to Abraham, “God is with you in all that you do.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/26-28.htm">Genesis 26:28</a></span><br />“We can plainly see that the LORD has been with you,” they replied. “We recommend that there should now be an oath between us and you. Let us make a covenant with you<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/30-27.htm">Genesis 30:27</a></span><br />But Laban replied, “If I have found favor in your eyes, please stay. I have learned by divination that the LORD has blessed me because of you.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/41-38.htm">Genesis 41:38-39</a></span><br />So Pharaoh asked them, “Can we find anyone like this man, in whom the Spirit of God abides?” / Then Pharaoh said to Joseph, “Since God has made all this known to you, there is no one as discerning and wise as you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/18-14.htm">1 Samuel 18:14</a></span><br />and he continued to prosper in all his ways, because the LORD was with him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/18-28.htm">1 Samuel 18:28</a></span><br />When Saul realized that the LORD was with David and that his daughter Michal loved David,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_samuel/5-10.htm">2 Samuel 5:10</a></span><br />And David became greater and greater, for the LORD God of Hosts was with him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/2-3.htm">1 Kings 2:3</a></span><br />And keep the charge of the LORD your God to walk in His ways and to keep His statutes, commandments, ordinances, and decrees, as written in the Law of Moses, so that you may prosper in all you do and wherever you turn,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/8-57.htm">1 Kings 8:57</a></span><br />May the LORD our God be with us, as He was with our fathers. May He never leave us or forsake us.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_kings/18-7.htm">2 Kings 18:7</a></span><br />And the LORD was with Hezekiah, and he prospered wherever he went. He rebelled against the king of Assyria and refused to serve him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/22-11.htm">1 Chronicles 22:11</a></span><br />Now, my son, may the LORD be with you, and may you succeed in building the house of the LORD your God, as He said you would.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_chronicles/22-16.htm">1 Chronicles 22:16</a></span><br />in gold and silver, bronze and iron—craftsmen beyond number. Now begin the work, and may the LORD be with you.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/1-1.htm">2 Chronicles 1:1</a></span><br />Now Solomon son of David established himself securely over his kingdom, and the LORD his God was with him and highly exalted him.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/1-3.htm">Psalm 1:3</a></span><br />He is like a tree planted by streams of water, yielding its fruit in season, whose leaf does not wither, and who prospers in all he does.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/41-10.htm">Isaiah 41:10</a></span><br />Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will surely help you; I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">And his master saw that the LORD was with him, and that the LORD made all that he did to prosper in his hand.</p><p class="hdg">saw that.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/genesis/21-22.htm">Genesis 21:22</a></b></br> And it came to pass at that time, that Abimelech and Phichol the chief captain of his host spake unto Abraham, saying, God <i>is</i> with thee in all that thou doest:</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/genesis/26-24.htm">Genesis 26:24,28</a></b></br> And the LORD appeared unto him the same night, and said, I <i>am</i> the God of Abraham thy father: fear not, for I <i>am</i> with thee, and will bless thee, and multiply thy seed for my servant Abraham's sake… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/genesis/30-27.htm">Genesis 30:27,30</a></b></br> And Laban said unto him, I pray thee, if I have found favour in thine eyes, <i>tarry: for</i> I have learned by experience that the LORD hath blessed me for thy sake… </p><p class="hdg">prosper.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/genesis/39-23.htm">Genesis 39:23</a></b></br> The keeper of the prison looked not to any thing <i>that was</i> under his hand; because the LORD was with him, and <i>that</i> which he did, the LORD made <i>it</i> to prosper.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/genesis/30-27.htm">Genesis 30:27</a></b></br> And Laban said unto him, I pray thee, if I have found favour in thine eyes, <i>tarry: for</i> I have learned by experience that the LORD hath blessed me for thy sake.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/joshua/1-7.htm">Joshua 1:7,8</a></b></br> Only be thou strong and very courageous, that thou mayest observe to do according to all the law, which Moses my servant commanded thee: turn not from it <i>to</i> the right hand or <i>to</i> the left, that thou mayest prosper whithersoever thou goest… </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/genesis/28-15.htm">Caused</a> <a href="/genesis/9-15.htm">Causing</a> <a href="/genesis/39-1.htm">Hand</a> <a href="/genesis/39-1.htm">Hands</a> <a href="/genesis/30-37.htm">Making</a> <a href="/genesis/39-2.htm">Master</a> <a href="/genesis/32-12.htm">Prosper</a> <a href="/genesis/27-20.htm">Success</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/genesis/41-52.htm">Caused</a> <a href="/genesis/39-23.htm">Causing</a> <a href="/genesis/39-4.htm">Hand</a> <a href="/genesis/42-37.htm">Hands</a> <a href="/genesis/48-4.htm">Making</a> <a href="/genesis/39-8.htm">Master</a> <a href="/genesis/39-23.htm">Prosper</a> <a href="/genesis/39-23.htm">Success</a><div class="vheading2">Genesis 39</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/genesis/39-1.htm">Joseph is bought by Potiphar, and preferred in the family.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">7. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/genesis/39-7.htm">He resists temptation by Potiphar's Wife.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">13. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/genesis/39-13.htm">He is falsely accused by her.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">20. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/genesis/39-20.htm">He is cast into prison.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">21. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/genesis/39-21.htm">God is with him there, and he is advanced by the keeper of prison.</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <script type="text/javascript"> </script> <script type="text/javascript" src="//pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/show_ads.js"> </script><br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading"><a href="/study/genesis/39.htm">Berean Study Bible</a></div><b>When his master saw</b><br />This phrase indicates a moment of recognition and observation. The Hebrew word for "saw" is "ra'ah," which means to perceive or understand. In the context of ancient Egypt, where Joseph was a servant, the ability of a master to discern the qualities of his servants was crucial. This moment of realization by Potiphar, Joseph's master, sets the stage for the unfolding of God's plan through Joseph's life. It highlights the importance of living a life that visibly reflects God's presence, even in challenging circumstances.<p><b>that the LORD was with him</b><br />The phrase underscores the central theme of divine presence and favor. The Hebrew name for "LORD" here is "Yahweh," the covenant name of God, emphasizing a personal and relational God who is actively involved in the lives of His people. This divine presence is a recurring theme in Joseph's story, illustrating that God's faithfulness transcends human circumstances. It serves as a reminder that God's presence is not limited by location or status, whether in a foreign land or in servitude.<p><b>and made him prosper</b><br />The Hebrew word for "prosper" is "tsalach," which means to advance, succeed, or thrive. This prosperity is not merely material but encompasses all aspects of Joseph's life and work. In the historical context of Egypt, prosperity was often seen as a sign of divine favor. Joseph's success, therefore, becomes a testimony to God's blessing and a witness to those around him. It challenges believers to consider how their own lives can reflect God's glory and bring about His purposes.<p><b>in all he did</b><br />This phrase emphasizes the comprehensive nature of Joseph's success. The Hebrew word "kol" means "all" or "every," indicating that there was no area of Joseph's responsibilities that was not touched by God's blessing. This totality of success is a testament to Joseph's faithfulness and integrity, as well as God's abundant provision. It serves as an encouragement to believers that when God is with us, His influence permeates every aspect of our lives, enabling us to fulfill His purposes in all circumstances.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/genesis/39.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 3.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">And his master saw that the Lord</span> (Jehovah) <span class="cmt_word">was with him</span> - this does not imply that Potiphar was acquainted with Jehovah, but simply that he concluded Joseph to be under the Divine protection - <span class="cmt_word">and that the Lord</span> (Jehovah) <span class="cmt_word">made all that he did to prosper in his hand.</span> That which led to the conviction of Potiphar concerning Joseph was the remarkable success which he saw attending all his efforts and undertakings. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/genesis/39-3.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">When his master</span><br /><span class="heb">אֲדֹנָ֔יו</span> <span class="translit">(’ă·ḏō·nāw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_113.htm">Strong's 113: </a> </span><span class="str2">Sovereign, controller</span><br /><br /><span class="word">saw</span><br /><span class="heb">וַיַּ֣רְא</span> <span class="translit">(way·yar)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7200.htm">Strong's 7200: </a> </span><span class="str2">To see</span><br /><br /><span class="word">that</span><br /><span class="heb">כִּ֥י</span> <span class="translit">(kî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> </span><span class="str2">A relative conjunction</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the LORD</span><br /><span class="heb">יְהוָ֖ה</span> <span class="translit">(Yah·weh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3068.htm">Strong's 3068: </a> </span><span class="str2">LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel</span><br /><br /><span class="word">[was] with him</span><br /><span class="heb">אִתּ֑וֹ</span> <span class="translit">(’it·tōw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_854.htm">Strong's 854: </a> </span><span class="str2">Nearness, near, with, by, at, among</span><br /><br /><span class="word">[and]</span><br /><span class="heb">יְהוָ֖ה</span> <span class="translit">(Yah·weh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3068.htm">Strong's 3068: </a> </span><span class="str2">LORD -- the proper name of the God of Israel</span><br /><br /><span class="word">made him prosper</span><br /><span class="heb">מַצְלִ֥יחַ</span> <span class="translit">(maṣ·lî·aḥ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Hifil - Participle - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6743.htm">Strong's 6743: </a> </span><span class="str2">To push forward</span><br /><br /><span class="word">in all</span><br /><span class="heb">וְכֹל֙</span> <span class="translit">(wə·ḵōl)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3605.htm">Strong's 3605: </a> </span><span class="str2">The whole, all, any, every</span><br /><br /><span class="word">he</span><br /><span class="heb">ה֣וּא</span> <span class="translit">(hū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Pronoun - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1931.htm">Strong's 1931: </a> </span><span class="str2">He, self, the same, this, that, as, are</span><br /><br /><span class="word">did,</span><br /><span class="heb">עֹשֶׂ֔ה</span> <span class="translit">(‘ō·śeh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6213.htm">Strong's 6213: </a> </span><span class="str2">To do, make</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/genesis/39-3.htm">Genesis 39:3 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/genesis/39-3.htm">Genesis 39:3 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/genesis/39-3.htm">Genesis 39:3 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/genesis/39-3.htm">Genesis 39:3 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/genesis/39-3.htm">Genesis 39:3 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/genesis/39-3.htm">Genesis 39:3 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/genesis/39-3.htm">Genesis 39:3 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/genesis/39-3.htm">Genesis 39:3 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/genesis/39-3.htm">Genesis 39:3 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/genesis/39-3.htm">Genesis 39:3 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/genesis/39-3.htm">OT Law: Genesis 39:3 His master saw that Yahweh was (Gen. 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