Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version When she saw that he had left his cloak in her hand and had run out of the house, New Living Translation When she saw that she was holding his cloak and he had fled, English Standard Version And as soon as she saw that he had left his garment in her hand and had fled out of the house, Berean Standard Bible When she saw that he had left his cloak in her hand and had run out of the house, Berean Literal Bible And it came to pass when she saw that he had left his garment in her hand and he fled outside, King James Bible And it came to pass, when she saw that he had left his garment in her hand, and was fled forth, New King James Version And so it was, when she saw that he had left his garment in her hand and fled outside, New American Standard Bible When she saw that he had left his garment in her hand and had fled outside, NASB 1995 When she saw that he had left his garment in her hand and had fled outside, NASB 1977 When she saw that he had left his garment in her hand, and had fled outside, Legacy Standard Bible Now it happened, when she saw that he had left his garment in her hand and had fled outside, Amplified Bible When she saw that he had left his robe in her hand and had run outside, Berean Annotated Bible When she saw that he had left his cloak in her hand and had run out of the house, Christian Standard Bible When she saw that he had left his garment with her and had run outside, Holman Christian Standard Bible When she saw that he had left his garment with her and had run outside, American Standard Version And it came to pass, when she saw that he had left his garment in her hand, and was fled forth, Contemporary English Version When this happened, English Revised Version And it came to pass, when she saw that he had left his garment in her hand, and was fled forth, GOD'S WORD® Translation When she realized that he had gone but had left his clothes behind, Good News Translation When she saw that he had left his robe and had run out of the house, International Standard Version When she realized that he had left his outer garment right there in her hand, she ran outside NET Bible When she saw that he had left his outer garment in her hand and had run outside, New Heart English Bible When she saw that he had left his garment in her hand and had run outside, Webster's Bible Translation And it came to pass, when she saw that he had left his garment in her hand, and had fled forth, Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleWhen she saw that he had left his cloak in her hand and had run out of the house, World English Bible When she saw that he had left his garment in her hand, and had run outside, Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd it comes to pass, when she sees that he has left his garment in her hand, and flees outside, Berean Literal Bible And it came to pass when she saw that he had left his garment in her hand and he fled outside, Young's Literal Translation And it cometh to pass when she seeth that he hath left his garment in her hand, and fleeth without, Smith's Literal Translation And it will be when she saw that he let go his garment in her hand and will flee without, Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd when the woman saw the garment in her hands, and herself disregarded, Catholic Public Domain Version And when the woman saw the garment in her hands and herself being treated with disrespect, New American Bible When she saw that he had left his cloak in her hand as he escaped outside, New Revised Standard Version When she saw that he had left his garment in her hand and had fled outside, Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd it came to pass, when she saw that he had left his garment in her hands, and had fled out to the street, Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And it was that when she saw that he left his garment in her hands and fled to the street. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And it came to pass, when she saw that he had left his garment in her hand, and was fled forth, Brenton Septuagint Translation And it came to pass, when she saw that he had left his clothes in her hands, and fled, and gone forth, Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Joseph Falsely Imprisoned13 When she saw that he had left his cloak in her hand and had run out of the house, 14she called her household servants. “Look,” she said, “this Hebrew has been brought to us to make sport of us. He came to me so he could sleep with me, but I screamed as loud as I could.… Cross References When she saw that he had left his cloak in her hand Genesis 37:31-33 Then they took Joseph’s robe, slaughtered a young goat, and dipped the robe in its blood. / They sent the robe of many colors to their father and said, “We found this. Examine it to see whether it is your son’s robe or not.” / His father recognized it and said, “It is my son’s robe! A vicious animal has devoured him. Joseph has surely been torn to pieces!” Deuteronomy 22:13-17 Suppose a man marries a woman, has relations with her, and comes to hate her, / and he then accuses her of shameful conduct and gives her a bad name, saying, “I married this woman and had relations with her, but I discovered she was not a virgin.” / Then the young woman’s father and mother shall bring the proof of her virginity to the city elders at the gate … 2 Samuel 13:18-19 So Amnon’s attendant threw her out and bolted the door behind her. Now Tamar was wearing a robe of many colors, because this is what the king’s virgin daughters wore. / And Tamar put ashes on her head and tore her robe. And putting her hand on her head, she went away crying aloud. and had run out of the house, 1 Corinthians 6:18 Flee from sexual immorality. Every other sin a man can commit is outside his body, but he who sins sexually sins against his own body. 2 Timothy 2:22 Flee from youthful passions and pursue righteousness, faith, love, and peace, together with those who call on the Lord out of a pure heart. Proverbs 5:8 Keep your path far from her; do not go near the door of her house, Exodus 23:1 “You shall not spread a false report. Do not join the wicked by being a malicious witness. Proverbs 6:16-19 There are six things that the LORD hates, seven that are detestable to Him: / haughty eyes, a lying tongue, hands that shed innocent blood, / a heart that devises wicked schemes, feet that run swiftly to evil, … Proverbs 19:5 A false witness will not go unpunished, and one who utters lies will not escape. Proverbs 19:9 A false witness will not go unpunished, and one who pours out lies will perish. Proverbs 21:28 A lying witness will perish, but the man who listens to truth will speak forever. Deuteronomy 19:16-19 If a false witness testifies against someone, accusing him of a crime, / both parties to the dispute must stand in the presence of the LORD, before the priests and judges who are in office at that time. / The judges shall investigate thoroughly, and if the witness is proven to be a liar who has falsely accused his brother, … Psalm 27:12 Do not hand me over to the will of my foes, for false witnesses rise up against me, breathing out violence. Psalm 35:11 Hostile witnesses come forward; they make charges I know nothing about. Psalm 109:2-3 For wicked and deceitful mouths open against me; they speak against me with lying tongues. / They surround me with hateful words and attack me without cause. Matthew 26:59-61 Now the chief priests and the whole Sanhedrin were seeking false testimony against Jesus in order to put Him to death. / But they did not find any, though many false witnesses came forward. Finally two came forward / and declared, “This man said, ‘I am able to destroy the temple of God and rebuild it in three days.’” Treasury of Scripture And it came to pass, when she saw that he had left his garment in her hand, and was fled forth, came to pass. Genesis 38:1 And it came to pass at that time, that Judah went down from his brethren, and turned in to a certain Adullamite, whose name was Hirah. garment in her hand. Genesis 38:25 When she was brought forth, she sent to her father in law, saying, By the man, whose these are, am I with child: and she said, Discern, I pray thee, whose are these, the signet, and bracelets, and staff. Jump to Previous Cloak Coat Fled Fleeth Forth Garment Hand House Letting Outside RunJump to Next Cloak Coat Fled Fleeth Forth Garment Hand House Letting Outside RunGenesis 39 1. Joseph is bought by Potiphar, and preferred in the family.7. He resists temptation by Potiphar's Wife. 13. He is falsely accused by her. 20. He is cast into prison. 21. God is with him there, and he is advanced by the keeper of prison. When she saw that he had left his cloak in her hand This phrase highlights the moment Potiphar's wife realizes she has physical evidence to accuse Joseph. The cloak, a garment often symbolizing identity and status, becomes a pivotal piece of evidence in the false accusation against Joseph. In biblical narratives, garments often play significant roles, such as Jacob's deception of Isaac with Esau's clothing (Genesis 27) and the tearing of Saul's robe by David (1 Samuel 24:4-5). The cloak here symbolizes Joseph's integrity and the falsehood of the accusation. This incident foreshadows the betrayal of Jesus, who was also falsely accused and whose garments were divided among soldiers (John 19:23-24). and had run out of the house Persons / Places / Events 1. JosephA Hebrew slave in Egypt, serving in the house of Potiphar. Known for his integrity and faithfulness to God. 2. Potiphar's Wife The unnamed wife of Potiphar, who attempts to seduce Joseph and falsely accuses him when he refuses her advances. 3. Potiphar's House The setting of the event, where Joseph is entrusted with significant responsibility and authority. 4. The Cloak A garment left behind by Joseph as he fled from Potiphar's wife, which she uses as false evidence against him. 5. The Accusation The false claim made by Potiphar's wife that Joseph attempted to assault her, leading to his imprisonment. Teaching Points Integrity in TemptationJoseph's refusal to sin with Potiphar's wife exemplifies the importance of maintaining integrity, even when faced with persistent temptation. Fleeing from Sin Joseph's immediate action to flee from the situation is a practical example of how to handle temptation, aligning with biblical teachings to avoid sin. False Accusations Joseph's experience teaches us about the reality of false accusations and the importance of trusting God's justice. God's Sovereignty in Trials Despite the unjust circumstances, Joseph's account reminds us that God can use trials for His greater purpose. Faithfulness in Adversity Joseph's continued faithfulness, even when wronged, encourages believers to remain steadfast in their faith. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Genesis 39:13?2. How does Genesis 39:13 illustrate the consequences of false accusations in our lives? 3. What can we learn about integrity from Joseph's response in Genesis 39:13? 4. How does Genesis 39:13 connect with Proverbs 19:5 on bearing false witness? 5. In what ways can we guard against deceit like in Genesis 39:13? 6. How should Christians respond when falsely accused, as seen in Genesis 39:13? 7. Why did Potiphar's wife falsely accuse Joseph in Genesis 39:13? 8. How does Genesis 39:13 reflect on the theme of integrity? 9. What does Genesis 39:13 reveal about the consequences of false accusations? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Genesis 39? 11. Why was Joseph imprisoned in Egypt? 12. How did Joseph respond to Potiphar's wife's advances? 13. In Genesis 39:11-14, is there any archaeological or historical evidence supporting the practice of using clothing to prove guilt or innocence in ancient Egypt? 14. Why is Abraham significant in the Bible? What Does Genesis 39:13 Mean When she sawPotiphar’s wife is suddenly confronted with the reality that her seductive plan has failed. Joseph’s refusal is no private matter in her mind; she now has to reckon with how to save face. Throughout Scripture “seeing” can be the spark that ignites sinful desire or deceit (Genesis 3:6; 2 Samuel 11:2; James 1:14-15). Here her observation turns to calculation. • Her pride is wounded—Joseph’s integrity exposes her own impurity (John 3:20-21). • Her fear of discovery pushes her toward a pre-emptive lie, a common human reflex when sin is threatened with exposure (Genesis 4:8-9; Acts 5:1-3). God’s providence is still at work; what she sees will become the very evidence God uses to move Joseph toward the palace (Romans 8:28). that he had left his cloak in her hand The discarded garment is tangible proof of Joseph’s innocence yet will be twisted into “evidence” of guilt. Scripture often shows clothing as a symbol: • Joseph’s multicolored robe was stained by his brothers to fake his death (Genesis 37:31-33). • Saul’s torn robe signaled the kingdom being ripped from him (1 Samuel 15:27-28). • The prodigal’s fresh robe pictures restoration (Luke 15:22). Here, the cloak underscores: 1. Joseph’s clean conscience—he would rather lose his cloak than his purity (Genesis 39:9). 2. The cost of righteousness—sometimes innocence appears incriminating before vindication comes (Psalm 37:5-6; 1 Peter 2:12). and had run out of the house Joseph doesn’t negotiate; he flees. Scripture consistently commends running from sin rather than reasoning with it. • “Flee from sexual immorality” (1 Corinthians 6:18). • “Flee youthful passions” (2 Timothy 2:22). • “Do not set foot on the path of the wicked… avoid it” (Proverbs 4:14-15). Key takeaways: – Purity sometimes demands urgent, even humiliating exits (Matthew 5:29-30). – Obedience may cost position, comfort, or reputation, yet God honors those who run toward righteousness (Psalm 84:11). – Joseph’s swift flight foreshadows the way believers are to deal with every temptation—decisively and immediately (James 4:7-8). summary Genesis 39:13 records the critical moment when Potiphar’s wife realizes her trap has failed, holding only Joseph’s cloak as he sprints away. Her wounded pride plots deception, but Joseph’s discarded garment and hasty exit testify to a heart determined to honor God. The verse challenges us to recognize temptation quickly, leave whatever compromises holiness, and trust God with the fallout, confident that He vindicates and advances those who choose righteousness. Verses 13-15. - And it came to pass, when she saw that he had left his garment in her hand (a very indiscreet act on the part of Joseph, considering the possible use that might be made of it), and was fled forth, that she called unto the men of her house, and spake unto them, saying, See, he hath brought in (literally, one has brought in, the subject of the verb being indefinite) an Hebrew (literally, a man, an Hebrew) unto us to mock us (the verb עָחַק, from which comes Isaac, is here used in a bad sense; not the same as in Genesis 26:8); he came in unto me to lie with me, and I cried with a loud voice: and it came to pass, when he heard that I lifted up my voice and cried, that he left his garment with me (literally, by my side), and fled, and got him out (or, went forth into the street, et supra).Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew When she sawכִּרְאוֹתָ֔הּ (kir·’ō·w·ṯāh) Preposition-k | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct | third person feminine singular Strong's 7200: To see that כִּֽי־ (kî-) Conjunction Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction he had left עָזַ֥ב (‘ā·zaḇ) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 5800: To loosen, relinquish, permit his cloak בִּגְד֖וֹ (biḡ·ḏōw) Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 899: A covering, clothing, treachery, pillage in her hand בְּיָדָ֑הּ (bə·yā·ḏāh) Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular construct | third person feminine singular Strong's 3027: A hand and had run וַיָּ֖נָס (way·yā·nās) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 5127: To flit, vanish away out [of the house], הַחֽוּצָה׃ (ha·ḥū·ṣāh) Article | Noun - masculine singular | third person feminine singular Strong's 2351: Separate by a, wall, outside, outdoors Links Genesis 39:13 NIVGenesis 39:13 NLT Genesis 39:13 ESV Genesis 39:13 NASB Genesis 39:13 KJV Genesis 39:13 BibleApps.com Genesis 39:13 Biblia Paralela Genesis 39:13 Chinese Bible Genesis 39:13 French Bible Genesis 39:13 Catholic Bible OT Law: Genesis 39:13 When she saw that he had left (Gen. 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