And it came to pass, when he heard that I lifted up my voice and cried, that he left his garment with me, and fled, and got him out.
When he heard me raise my voice and scream for help, he left his cloak behind with me and ran away, escaping from the house.
This verse describes how Potiphar's wife lied about Joseph, claiming he fled when she screamed, leaving his garment behind as 'evidence' of his supposed assault.
📚 Historical Context
In the biblical narrative of Genesis, Joseph had been sold into slavery in Egypt and had risen to a trusted position in the household of Potiphar, an Egyptian official. Potiphar's wife attempted to seduce Joseph, but he fled to preserve his integrity, leaving his garment behind as she falsely accused him of assault. This incident highlights themes of temptation, moral uprightness, and God's overarching providence in the midst of injustice.
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