Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version she called her household servants. “Look,” she said to them, “this Hebrew has been brought to us to make sport of us! He came in here to sleep with me, but I screamed. New Living Translation she called out to her servants. Soon all the men came running. “Look!” she said. “My husband has brought this Hebrew slave here to make fools of us! He came into my room to rape me, but I screamed. English Standard Version she called to the men of her household and said to them, “See, he has brought among us a Hebrew to laugh at us. He came in to me to lie with me, and I cried out with a loud voice. Berean Standard Bible she 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. Berean Literal Bible that she called to the men of her house and she said to them, saying, “See, he has brought in to us a man, a Hebrew, to mock us! He came to me to lie with me, and I cried out in a loud voice. King James Bible That she called unto the men of her house, and spake unto them, saying, See, he hath brought in an Hebrew unto us to mock us; he came in unto me to lie with me, and I cried with a loud voice: New King James Version that she called to the men of her house and spoke to them, saying, “See, he has brought in to us a Hebrew to mock us. He came in to me to lie with me, and I cried out with a loud voice. New American Standard Bible she called to the men of her household and said to them, “See, he has brought in a Hebrew to us to make fun of us; he came in to me to sleep with me, and I screamed. NASB 1995 she called to the men of her household and said to them, “See, he has brought in a Hebrew to us to make sport of us; he came in to me to lie with me, and I screamed. NASB 1977 she called to the men of her household, and said to them, “See, he has brought in a Hebrew to us to make sport of us; he came in to me to lie with me, and I screamed. Legacy Standard Bible that she called to the men of her household and spoke to them, saying, “See, he has brought in a Hebrew to us to laugh at us; he came in to me to lie with me, and I screamed. Amplified Bible she called to the men of her household and said to them, “Look at this, your master has brought a Hebrew [into the household] to mock and insult us; he came to me to lie with me, and I screamed. Berean Annotated Bible she called her household servants. “Look, she said, “this Hebrew (one from beyond) 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. Christian Standard Bible she called her household servants. “Look,” she said to them, “my husband brought a Hebrew man to make fools of us. He came to me so he could sleep with me, and I screamed as loud as I could. Holman Christian Standard Bible she called the household servants. “Look,” she said to them, “my husband brought a Hebrew man to make fools of us. He came to me so he could sleep with me, and I screamed as loud as I could. American Standard Version that she called unto the men of her house, and spake unto them, saying, See, he hath brought in a Hebrew unto us to mock us: he came in unto me to lie with me, and I cried with a loud voice: Contemporary English Version she called in her servants and said, "Look! This Hebrew has come just to make fools of us. He tried to rape me, but I screamed for help. English Revised Version that she called unto the men of her house, and spake unto them, saying, See, he hath brought in an Hebrew unto us to mock us; he came in unto me to lie with me, and I cried with a loud voice: GOD'S WORD® Translation she called her household servants and said to them, "Look! My husband brought this Hebrew here to fool around with us. He came in and tried to go to bed with me, but I screamed as loud as I could. Good News Translation she called to her house servants and said, "Look at this! This Hebrew that my husband brought to the house is insulting us. He came into my room and tried to rape me, but I screamed as loud as I could. International Standard Version and yelled for her household servants. "Look!" she cried out. "My husband brought in a Hebrew man to humiliate us. He came in here to have sex with me, but I screamed out loud! NET Bible she called for her household servants and said to them, "See, my husband brought in a Hebrew man to us to humiliate us. He tried to have sex with me, but I screamed loudly. New Heart English Bible she called to the men of her house, and spoke to them, saying, "Look, he has brought in a Hebrew to us to mock us. He came in to me to sleep with me, and I cried with a loud voice. Webster's Bible Translation That she called to the men of her house, and spoke to them, saying, See, he hath brought in a Hebrew to us to mock us: he came in to me to lie with me, and I cried with a loud voice: Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Bibleshe 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. World English Bible she called to the men of her house, and spoke to them, saying, “Behold, he has brought a Hebrew in to us to mock us. He came in to me to lie with me, and I cried with a loud voice. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionthat she calls for the men of her house, and speaks to them, saying, “See, he has brought a man to us, a Hebrew, to play with us; he has come in to me, to lie with me, and I call with a loud voice, Berean Literal Bible that she called to the men of her house and she said to them, saying, “See, he has brought in to us a man, a Hebrew, to mock us! He came to me to lie with me, and I cried out in a loud voice. Young's Literal Translation that she calleth for the men of her house, and speaketh to them, saying, 'See, he hath brought in to us a man, a Hebrew, to play with us; he hath come in unto me, to lie with me, and I call with a loud voice, Smith's Literal Translation And she will call the men of her house and will say to them, saying, See ye, he brought to us a Hebrew man to mock us: he came to me to lie with me, and I shall cry with a great voice. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleShe called to her the men of her house, and said to them: See, he hath brought in a Hebrew, to abuse us: he came in to me, to lie with me : and when I cried out, Catholic Public Domain Version she called to herself the men of her house, and she said to them: “Lo, he has brought in a Hebrew man to abuse us. He entered toward me, in order to join with me; and when I had shouted out, New American Bible she cried out to her household servants and told them, “Look! My husband has brought us a Hebrew man to mock us! He came in here to lie with me, but I cried out loudly. New Revised Standard Version she called out to the members of her household and said to them, “See, my husband has brought among us a Hebrew to insult us! He came in to me to lie with me, and I cried out with a loud voice; Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleShe called to the men of her household, and said to them, See, he has brought in a Hebrew servant to us to disgrace us; he came in to me to lie with me, and I cried out with a loud voice; Peshitta Holy Bible Translated She called the men of her house and she said to them, “See that he brought to us the Hebrew Servant to mock at us; he came in against me to lie with me and I cried out in a loud voice OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917that she called unto the men of her house, and spoke unto them, saying: 'See, he hath brought in a Hebrew unto us to mock us; he came in unto me to lie with me, and I cried with a loud voice. Brenton Septuagint Translation that she called those that were in the house, and spoke to them, saying, See, he has brought in to us a Hebrew servant to mock us - he came in to me, saying, Lie with me, and I cried with a loud voice. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Joseph Falsely Imprisoned13When 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. 15When he heard me scream for help, he left his cloak beside me and ran out of the house.”… Cross References she called her household servants. Acts 6:11 Then they prompted some men to say, “We heard Stephen speak words of blasphemy against Moses and against God.” 1 Kings 21:13 And the two scoundrels came in and sat opposite Naboth, and these men testified against him before the people, saying, “Naboth has cursed both God and the king!” So they took him outside the city and stoned him to death. Matthew 26:60 But they did not find any, though many false witnesses came forward. Finally two came forward “Look,” she said, Proverbs 7:13 She seizes him and kisses him; she brazenly says to him: Proverbs 7:21 With her great persuasion she entices him; with her flattering lips she lures him. Proverbs 7:18 Come, let us take our fill of love till morning. Let us delight in loving caresses! “this Hebrew has been brought to us Exodus 2:6 When she opened it, she saw the child, and behold, the little boy was crying. So she had compassion on him and said, “This is one of the Hebrew children.” 1 Samuel 29:3 Then the commanders of the Philistines asked, “What about these Hebrews?” Achish replied, “Is this not David, the servant of King Saul of Israel? He has been with me all these days, even years, and from the day he defected until today I have found no fault in him.” Exodus 1:16 “When you help the Hebrew women give birth, observe them on the birthstools. If the child is a son, kill him; but if it is a daughter, let her live.” to make sport of us. Judges 16:25 And while their hearts were merry, they said, “Call for Samson to entertain us.” So they called Samson out of the prison to entertain them. And they stationed him between the pillars. Genesis 26:8 When Isaac had been there a long time, Abimelech king of the Philistines looked down from the window and was surprised to see Isaac caressing his wife Rebekah. 2 Samuel 2:14 Then Abner said to Joab, “Let us have the young men get up and compete before us.” “Let them get up,” Joab replied. He came to me so he could sleep with me, 2 Samuel 13:11-14 And when she had brought them to him to eat, he took hold of her and said, “Come lie with me, my sister!” / “No, my brother!” she cried. “Do not violate me, for such a thing should never be done in Israel. Do not do this disgraceful thing! / Where could I ever take my shame? And you would be like one of the fools in Israel! Please speak to the king, for he will not withhold me from you.” … Deuteronomy 22:25 But if the man encounters a betrothed woman in the open country, and he overpowers her and lies with her, only the man who has done this must die. Proverbs 7:22 He follows her on impulse, like an ox going to the slaughter, like a deer bounding into a trap, but I screamed as loud as I could. Exodus 22:23 If you do mistreat them, and they cry out to Me in distress, I will surely hear their cry. Treasury of Scripture That she called to the men of her house, and spoke to them, saying, See, he has brought in an Hebrew to us to mock us; he came in to me to lie with me, and I cried with a loud voice: he hath. an Hebrew. Genesis 39:17 And she spake unto him according to these words, saying, The Hebrew servant, which thou hast brought unto us, came in unto me to mock me: Genesis 10:21 Unto Shem also, the father of all the children of Eber, the brother of Japheth the elder, even to him were children born. Genesis 14:13 And there came one that had escaped, and told Abram the Hebrew; for he dwelt in the plain of Mamre the Amorite, brother of Eshcol, and brother of Aner: and these were confederate with Abram. he came. Genesis 39:7 And it came to pass after these things, that his master's wife cast her eyes upon Joseph; and she said, Lie with me. Psalm 35:11 False witnesses did rise up; they laid to my charge things that I knew not. Psalm 55:3 Because of the voice of the enemy, because of the oppression of the wicked: for they cast iniquity upon me, and in wrath they hate me. loud. Jump to Previous Bed Cried Cry Hebrew House Household Insult Lie Mock Screamed Servants Sleep Sport VoiceJump to Next Bed Cried Cry Hebrew House Household Insult Lie Mock Screamed Servants Sleep Sport VoiceGenesis 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. she called her household servants In ancient Egyptian households, servants played a crucial role in maintaining the daily operations. Potiphar's wife calling the servants indicates her attempt to gather witnesses to support her false accusation against Joseph. This reflects the hierarchical structure of ancient societies where servants were often privy to the private affairs of their masters. The presence of servants also highlights the social dynamics and power imbalances within the household. “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 Persons / Places / Events 1. JosephA Hebrew slave in Egypt, known for his integrity and faithfulness to God. He is the central figure in this account, falsely accused by Potiphar's wife. 2. Potiphar's Wife The unnamed wife of Potiphar, who attempts to seduce Joseph and, upon his refusal, falsely accuses him of trying to assault her. 3. Potiphar An Egyptian officer of Pharaoh and captain of the guard, who has entrusted his household to Joseph's care. 4. Household Servants The servants of Potiphar's household, who are called by Potiphar's wife to witness her false accusation against Joseph. 5. Egypt The setting of this account, where Joseph is living as a slave after being sold by his brothers. Teaching Points Integrity in AdversityJoseph's refusal to sin with Potiphar's wife demonstrates the importance of maintaining integrity, even when faced with temptation and false accusations. The Cost of Righteousness Sometimes doing the right thing can lead to suffering or unjust treatment, as seen in Joseph's imprisonment following his refusal to sin. God's Sovereignty in Trials Despite the false accusations and resulting imprisonment, God was with Joseph, using these events to fulfill His greater plan. The Power of False Accusations Potiphar's wife's actions remind us of the destructive power of lies and the importance of truthfulness. Trusting God's Justice While human justice may fail, as it did for Joseph, believers can trust in God's ultimate justice and timing. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Genesis 39:14?2. How does Genesis 39:14 illustrate the consequences of false accusations today? 3. What can we learn about integrity from Joseph's response in Genesis 39? 4. How does Genesis 39:14 connect with Exodus 20:16 on bearing false witness? 5. How can we apply Joseph's example of resisting temptation in our lives? 6. What role does trust in God play when facing unjust situations like Joseph's? 7. Why did Potiphar's wife falsely accuse Joseph in Genesis 39:14? 8. How does Genesis 39:14 reflect on the theme of integrity? 9. What does Genesis 39:14 reveal about the role of women in biblical narratives? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Genesis 39? 11. How should Christians handle false accusations of infidelity? 12. Was Abraham considered Jewish or Gentile? 13. In Genesis 39:1-6, how historically plausible is it that a Hebrew slave could rise to such prominence in an Egyptian official's household so quickly? 14. 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? What Does Genesis 39:14 Mean She called her household servants.Joseph has just fled the room, leaving his cloak in Potiphar’s wife’s hands (Genesis 39:12). Instead of repenting, she immediately summons the staff. • Gathering “household servants” provides instant “witnesses,” positioning her lie as the first and dominant narrative. Compare with Psalm 50:19–20, where the wicked “give your mouth to evil… you sit and malign your brother.” • Sin often seeks company (Proverbs 1:10–15); bringing others in helps soothe a guilty conscience and strengthens deceit. • Exodus 23:1 forbids spreading a false report—yet Potiphar’s wife intentionally launches one. • Joseph will later be vindicated (Genesis 41:39–41), reminding us that God sees past every fabricated testimony (Psalm 139:1–4). “Look,” she said, “this Hebrew has been brought to us to make sport of us.” With a single sentence she: • Plays the victim—“to make sport of us.” The phrase paints Joseph as mocking, humiliating, and endangering the entire household. • Exploits xenophobia—“this Hebrew.” Like Exodus 1:9 (“Look, the people of Israel are more numerous…”) she highlights national difference to stir fear and resentment. • Blames others—“has been brought to us.” Potiphar, not her, is implicitly faulted for introducing the “threat.” Similar blame shifting appears in Genesis 3:12. • Foreshadows later false accusations against God’s servants: Daniel 6:13 (“That Daniel, who is one of the exiles from Judah…”) and Luke 23:2 (“We found this man subverting our nation…”). He came to me so he could sleep with me The story now turns from vague “sport” to a specific sexual assault claim. • The lie is the mirror image of what truly happened; Joseph had refused her advances (Genesis 39:9). • Proverbs 30:20 describes how the adulterous woman “wipes her mouth and says, ‘I have done no wrong,’” matching her brazen inversion of reality. • False testimony about sexual sin ruins reputations—see Deuteronomy 22:13–19 for the seriousness of such accusations. • Joseph’s purity echoes Job 31:1 (“I have made a covenant with my eyes…”) and 1 Thessalonians 4:3–4 (“This is the will of God, your sanctification…”)—yet purity does not always protect from slander (1 Peter 4:14). but I screamed as loud as I could She seals the tale with a self-protective flourish. • Deuteronomy 22:25-27 taught that a woman’s scream distinguished assault from consent; invoking a “scream” lends Mosaic-age credibility to her story. • She will bolster her claim further by displaying Joseph’s cloak (Genesis 39:16-18), echoing how false witnesses used Stephen’s words against him (Acts 6:11-14). • Though her voice persuades human ears, God hears the truth (Psalm 31:18; Hebrews 4:13). • Joseph suffers unjustly, prefiguring the greater Innocent One who “kept entrusting Himself to Him who judges justly” (1 Peter 2:23). summary Genesis 39:14 records Potiphar’s wife constructing a calculated lie to condemn Joseph: summoning servants, stirring prejudice, leveling a false sexual charge, and claiming a defensive scream. Each step shows how sin spirals—from lust to deceit to attempted murder of reputation—while highlighting Joseph’s integrity and God’s omniscient oversight. Though human courts side with the liar, the Lord remains with His faithful servant (Genesis 39:21), assuring readers that truth will ultimately prevail and righteous suffering is never wasted. Hebrew she calledוַתִּקְרָ֞א (wat·tiq·rā) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 7121: To call, proclaim, read her household בֵיתָ֗הּ (ḇê·ṯāh) Noun - masculine singular construct | third person feminine singular Strong's 1004: A house servants. לְאַנְשֵׁ֣י (lə·’an·šê) Preposition-l | Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 376: A man as an individual, a male person “Look,” רְא֗וּ (rə·’ū) Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine plural Strong's 7200: To see she said, וַתֹּ֤אמֶר (wat·tō·mer) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person feminine singular Strong's 559: To utter, say “this Hebrew עִבְרִ֖י (‘iḇ·rî) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 5680: Hebrews -- perhaps descendant of Eber, also another name for an Israelite has been brought הֵ֥בִיא (hê·ḇî) Verb - Hifil - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 935: To come in, come, go in, go to us לָ֛נוּ (lā·nū) Preposition | first person common plural Strong's Hebrew to make sport לְצַ֣חֶק (lə·ṣa·ḥeq) Preposition-l | Verb - Piel - Infinitive construct Strong's 6711: To laugh outright, to sport of us. בָּ֑נוּ (bā·nū) Preposition | first person common plural Strong's Hebrew He came בָּ֤א (bā) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 935: To come in, come, go in, go to me אֵלַי֙ (’ê·lay) Preposition | first person common singular Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to so he could sleep לִשְׁכַּ֣ב (liš·kaḇ) Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct Strong's 7901: To lie down with me, עִמִּ֔י (‘im·mî) Preposition | first person common singular Strong's 5973: With, equally with but I screamed וָאֶקְרָ֖א (wā·’eq·rā) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - first person common singular Strong's 7121: To call, proclaim, read as loud בְּק֥וֹל (bə·qō·wl) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 6963: A voice, sound as I could. גָּדֽוֹל׃ (gā·ḏō·wl) Adjective - masculine singular Strong's 1419: Great, older, insolent Links Genesis 39:14 NIVGenesis 39:14 NLT Genesis 39:14 ESV Genesis 39:14 NASB Genesis 39:14 KJV Genesis 39:14 BibleApps.com Genesis 39:14 Biblia Paralela Genesis 39:14 Chinese Bible Genesis 39:14 French Bible Genesis 39:14 Catholic Bible OT Law: Genesis 39:14 She called to the men of her (Gen. 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