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This name is significant as it marks Joseph's rise from a Hebrew slave to a powerful leader in Egypt. The account of Joseph is a testament to God's providence and faithfulness, showcasing how He can elevate His chosen servants to positions of influence for His purposes.<br><br><b>Biblical Account:</b> <br>The account of Joseph receiving the name Zaphnath-paaneah is found in <a href="/bsb/genesis/41.htm">Genesis 41</a>. After interpreting Pharaoh's dreams, which foretold seven years of abundance followed by seven years of famine, Joseph is appointed as the second-in-command over Egypt. Pharaoh recognizes Joseph's wisdom and discernment, which are attributed to the Spirit of God. In <a href="/genesis/41-45.htm">Genesis 41:45</a> , it is recorded: "Pharaoh gave Joseph the name Zaphnath-paaneah and gave him Asenath daughter of Potiphera, priest of On, to be his wife. And Joseph went throughout the land of Egypt."<br><br><b>Meaning and Significance:</b> <br>The exact meaning of the name Zaphnath-paaneah is debated among scholars. Some suggest it means "God speaks, and he lives," reflecting Joseph's role as an interpreter of divine revelation. Others propose meanings such as "revealer of secrets" or "savior of the world," emphasizing Joseph's God-given ability to interpret dreams and his role in saving Egypt and surrounding nations from famine.<br><br><b>Joseph's Role in Egypt:</b> <br>As Zaphnath-paaneah, Joseph's responsibilities included overseeing the collection and storage of grain during the years of abundance and its distribution during the years of famine. His leadership not only preserved the Egyptian nation but also provided a means of survival for his own family, the Israelites, who later came to Egypt seeking food. This event set the stage for the Israelites' eventual enslavement and subsequent Exodus, a foundational narrative in the history of Israel.<br><br><b>Theological Implications:</b> <br>Joseph's account, including his renaming as Zaphnath-paaneah, illustrates themes of divine sovereignty, redemption, and the fulfillment of God's promises. Despite the trials and injustices Joseph faced, God's hand was evident in his life, guiding him to a position where he could fulfill God's purposes. Joseph's faithfulness and integrity, even in adversity, serve as an example for believers to trust in God's plan and timing.<br><br><b>Cultural and Historical Context:</b> <br>In the ancient Near Eastern context, it was common for foreign dignitaries or officials to receive new names upon entering the service of a king or ruler. This practice signified a change in status and often reflected the individual's new role or attributes recognized by the ruler. Joseph's new name, Zaphnath-paaneah, given by Pharaoh, underscores his acceptance and integration into Egyptian society while highlighting his unique God-given abilities.<br><br><b>Conclusion:</b> <br>The name Zaphnath-paaneah, bestowed upon Joseph by Pharaoh, encapsulates the remarkable journey of a Hebrew slave who, through divine providence, rose to become a savior of nations. This narrative continues to inspire faith in God's sovereign plan and His ability to use individuals for His greater purposes.<a name="hit" id="hit"></a><div class="vheading2">Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary</div><span class="encheading">Zaphnath-Paaneah</span><p>one who discovers hidden things<a name="amt" id="amt"></a><div class="vheading2">ATS Bible Dictionary</div><span class="encheading">Zaphnath-Paaneah</span><p>Savior of the world, an Egyptian name given by Pharaoh to Joseph, in commemoration of the salvation wrought through him, <a href="/genesis/41-45.htm">Genesis 41:45</a>. </p><a name="eas" id="eas"></a><div class="vheading2">Easton's Bible Dictionary</div>The name which Pharaoh gave to Joseph when he raised him to the rank of prime minister or grand vizier of the kingdom (<a href="/genesis/41-45.htm">Genesis 41:45</a>). This is a pure Egyptian word, and has been variously explained. Some think it means "creator," or "preserver of life." Brugsch interprets it as "governor of the district of the place of life", i.e., of Goshen, the chief city of which was Pithom, "the place of life." Others explain it as meaning "a revealer of secrets," or "the man to whom secrets are revealed." <a name="isb" id="isb"></a><div class="vheading2">International Standard Bible Encyclopedia</div><span class="encheading">ZAPHENATH-PANEAH, ZAPHNATH-PAANEAH</span><p>zaf-e'-nath-pa-ne'-a, zaf'-nath-pa-a-ne'a (tsaphenath pa`aneach; Egyptian Zoph-ent-pa-ankh; Septuagint D, Psonthomphantch, "the one who furnishes the nourishment of life," i.e. the chief steward of the realm): The name given Joseph by the Egyptian king by whom he was promoted, probably the Hyksos king Aphophis (<a href="/genesis/41-45.htm">Genesis 41:45</a>).<br><br>See <a href="../j/joseph.htm">JOSEPH</a>.<p><a name="heb" id="heb"></a><div class="vheading2">Strong's Hebrew</div><a href="/hebrew/6847.htm"><span class="l">6847. Tsaphenath Paneach -- "the god speaks and he lives <b>...</b></span></a><br><b>...</b> <b>Zaphnath</b>-<b>paaneah</b>. Of Egyptian derivation; Tsophnath-Paneach, Joseph's Egyptian name --<br> <b>Zaphnath</b>-<b>paaneah</b>. 6846, 6847. Tsaphenath Paneach. 6848 . <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/hebrew/6847.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 6k</font><a name="lib" id="lib"></a><div class="vheading2">Library</div><p><a href="/library/maclaren/expositions_of_holy_scripture_k/joseph_the_prime_minister.htm"><span class="l">Joseph, the Prime Minister</span></a> <br><b>...</b> Egypt. And Pharaoh called Joseph's name <b>Zaphnath</b>-<b>paaneah</b>; and he gave him<br> to wife Asenath the daughter of Poti-pherah priest of On. <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture k/joseph the prime minister.htm</font><p><a href="/library/jerome/the_principal_works_of_st_jerome/letter_lxxix_to_salvina.htm"><span class="l">Letter Lxxix. To Salvina.</span></a> <br><b>...</b> [2411] Genesis 37:25. [2412] Jeremiah 8:22. [2413] So the Vulgate renders<br> <b>Zaphnath</b>-<b>Paaneah</b> the name given to Joseph by Pharaoh. (Genesis 41:45). <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../jerome/the principal works of st jerome/letter lxxix to salvina.htm</font><p><a href="/library/swete/an_introduction_to_the_old_testament_in_greek_additional_notes/chapter_iv_the_greek_versions.htm"><span class="l">The Greek Versions as Aids to Biblical Study.</span></a> <br><b>...</b> 4.11 (cf. Moore, ad loc.). <b>Zaphnath</b>-<b>paaneah</b>, pnch tsphnt, Psonthomphanech, Genesis<br> 41:45 (Ball, ad loc. compares Egypt. sut' a en pa-anch). <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../chapter iv the greek versions.htm</font><a name="thes" id="thes"></a><div class="vheading2">Thesaurus</div><a href="/topical/z/zaphnathpaaneah.htm"><span class="l"><b>Zaphnathpaaneah</b> (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. ZAPHENATH-PANEAH, <b>ZAPHNATH</b>-<b>PAANEAH</b>. <b>...</b> See JOSEPH.<br> Multi-Version Concordance <b>Zaphnathpaaneah</b> (1 Occurrence). <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/z/zaphnathpaaneah.htm - 8k</font><p><a href="/topical/z/zaphnath-paaneah.htm"><span class="l"><b>Zaphnath</b>-<b>paaneah</b> (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><b>Zaphnath</b>-<b>paaneah</b>. <b>Zaphnathpaaneah</b>, <b>Zaphnath</b>-<b>paaneah</b>. Zaphon . Easton's Bible<br> Dictionary <b>...</b> <b>Zaphnathpaaneah</b>, <b>Zaphnath</b>-<b>paaneah</b>. Zaphon . Reference Bible. <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/z/zaphnath-paaneah.htm - 8k</font><p><a href="/topical/j/joseph.htm"><span class="l">Joseph (248 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> his counsel with reference to the events then predicted; and he set him over all<br> the land of Egypt (Genesis 41:46), and gave him the name of <b>Zaphnath</b>-<b>paaneah</b>. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/j/joseph.htm - 91k</font><p><a href="/topical/z/zaphon.htm"><span class="l">Zaphon (4 Occurrences)</span></a><br><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/z/zaphon.htm - 8k</font><p><a href="/topical/z/zaphenathpaneah.htm"><span class="l">Zaphenathpaneah</span></a><br><b>...</b> Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia ZAPHENATH-PANEAH, <b>ZAPHNATH</b>-<b>PAANEAH</b>.<br> zaf-e'-nath-pa-ne'-a, zaf'-nath-pa-a-ne'a (tsaphenath pa`aneach <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/z/zaphenathpaneah.htm - 6k</font><p><a href="/topical/z/zaph'enath-pane'ah.htm"><span class="l">Zaph'enath-pane'ah (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br>Zaph'enath-pane'ah. Zaphenath-paneah, Zaph'enath-pane'ah. <b>Zaphnathpaaneah</b> . <b>...</b> <br> Zaphenath-paneah, Zaph'enath-pane'ah. <b>Zaphnathpaaneah</b> . Reference Bible. <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/z/zaph'enath-pane'ah.htm - 6k</font><p><a href="/topical/z/zaphenath-paneah.htm"><span class="l">Zaphenath-paneah (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br>Zaphenath-paneah. Zaphenathpaneah, Zaphenath-paneah. Zaph'enath-pane'ah . Int.<br> Standard Bible Encyclopedia ZAPHENATH-PANEAH, <b>ZAPHNATH</b>-<b>PAANEAH</b>. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/z/zaphenath-paneah.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/p/poti-pherah.htm"><span class="l">Poti-pherah (3 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Genesis 41:45 And Pharaoh called Joseph's name <b>Zaphnath</b>-<b>paaneah</b>; and he gave him<br> for a wife Asenath the daughter of Poti-pherah priest of On: and Joseph went <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/p/poti-pherah.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/p/potipherah.htm"><span class="l">Potipherah (3 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Genesis 41:45 And Pharaoh called Joseph's name <b>Zaphnathpaaneah</b>; and he gave<br> him to wife Asenath the daughter of Potipherah priest of On. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/p/potipherah.htm - 7k</font><p><a name="res" id="res"></a><div class="vheading2">Resources</div><a href="/concordance/">Bible Concordance</a> • <a href="/dictionary/">Bible Dictionary</a> • <a href="/encyclopedia/">Bible Encyclopedia</a> • <a href="/topical/">Topical Bible</a> • <a href="/thesaurus/">Bible Thesuarus</a></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="cnc" id="cnc"></a><div class="vheading2">Concordance</div><span class="encheading">Zaphnath-paaneah (1 Occurrence)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/genesis/41-45.htm">Genesis 41:45</a></span><br />And Pharaoh gave Joseph the name of <span class="boldtext">Zaphnath-paaneah</span>; and he gave him Asenath, the daughter of Poti-phera, the priest of On, to be his wife. So Joseph went through all the land of Egypt.<br /><span class="source">(BBE DBY WBS YLT)</span><a name="sub" id="sub"></a><div class="vheading2">Subtopics</div><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/z/zaphnath-paaneah.htm">Zaphnath-Paaneah</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/z/zaphnath-paaneah--a_name_given_to_joseph_by_pharaoh.htm">Zaphnath-Paaneah: A Name Given to Joseph by Pharaoh</a></p><a name="rel" id="rel"></a><div class="vheading2">Related Terms</div><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/z/zaphnath-paaneah.htm">Zaphnath-paaneah (1 Occurrence)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/j/joseph.htm">Joseph (248 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/z/zaphon.htm">Zaphon (4 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/z/zaphenathpaneah.htm">Zaphenathpaneah</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/z/zaph'enath-pane'ah.htm">Zaph'enath-pane'ah (1 Occurrence)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/z/zaphenath-paneah.htm">Zaphenath-paneah (1 Occurrence)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/p/poti-pherah.htm">Poti-pherah (3 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/p/potipherah.htm">Potipherah (3 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/a/asnath.htm">Asnath (3 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/g/giveth.htm">Giveth (378 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/t/throughout.htm">Throughout (291 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/c/calleth.htm">Calleth (261 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/e/egypt.htm">Egypt (596 Occurrences)</a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/topical/z/zaphnathpaaneah.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Zaphnathpaaneah"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Zaphnathpaaneah" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/topical/naves/z/zaphnath-paaneah--a_name_given_to_joseph_by_pharaoh.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Zaphnath-Paaneah: A Name Given to Joseph by Pharaoh"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Zaphnath-Paaneah: A Name Given to Joseph by Pharaoh" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></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 /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script></div></td></tr></table></div></div></div> <br /><br /> <div align="center"> <div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>