Genesis 40:22
Genesis 40:22 in Multiple Translations
But Pharaoh hanged the chief baker, just as Joseph had described to them in his interpretation.
But he hanged the chief baker: as Joseph had interpreted to them.
but he hanged the chief baker: as Joseph had interpreted to them.
But the chief bread-maker was put to death by hanging, as Joseph had said.
But he hanged the chief baker just as Joseph had said when he interpreted their dreams.
But he hanged the chiefe baker, as Ioseph had interpreted vnto them.
and the chief of the bakers he hath hanged, as Joseph hath interpreted to them;
but he hanged the chief baker, as Joseph had interpreted to them.
But he hanged the chief baker: as Joseph had interpreted to them.
The other he hanged on a gibbet, that the truth of the interpreter might be shewn.
But he commanded that the chief baker should be killed by being hanged, just as Joseph had said would happen when he told the two men the meaning of their dreams.
But Pharaoh got his soldiers to kill that bread-boss, and they hung his body on a pole. All those things happened just the way Joseph said.
Berean Amplified Bible — Genesis 40:22
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Genesis 40:22 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וְ/אֵ֛ת
שַׂ֥ר
הָ/אֹפִ֖ים
תָּלָ֑ה
כַּ/אֲשֶׁ֥ר
פָּתַ֛ר
לָ/הֶ֖ם
יוֹסֵֽף
וְ/אֵ֛ת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
Conj | DirObjM
שַׂ֥ר
sar
H8269
ruler
N-ms
הָ/אֹפִ֖ים
ʼâphâh
H644
to bake
Art | V-Qal
תָּלָ֑ה
tâlâh
H8518
to hang
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
כַּ/אֲשֶׁ֥ר
ʼăsher
H834
which
Prep | Rel
פָּתַ֛ר
pâthar
H6622
to interpret
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
לָ/הֶ֖ם
Prep | Suff
יוֹסֵֽף
Yôwçêph
H3130
Joseph
N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Genesis 40:22
וְ/אֵ֛ת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
Conj | DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
שַׂ֥ר
sar
H8269
"ruler"
N-ms
A leader or person in charge, like a prince or captain, as seen in the Bible with King David and other rulers.
Definition: 1) prince, ruler, leader, chief, chieftain, official, captain 1a) chieftain, leader 1b) vassal, noble, official (under king) 1c) captain, general, commander (military) 1d) chief, head, overseer (of other official classes) 1e) heads, princes (of religious office) 1f) elders (of representative leaders of people) 1g) merchant-princes (of rank and dignity) 1h) patron-angel 1i) Ruler of rulers (of God) 1j) warden
Usage: Occurs in 368 OT verses. KJV: captain (that had rule), chief (captain), general, governor, keeper, lord,(-task-)master, prince(-ipal), ruler, steward. See also: Genesis 12:15; 1 Kings 22:32; 2 Chronicles 32:21.
הָ/אֹפִ֖ים
ʼâphâh
H644
"to bake"
Art | V-Qal
This Hebrew word means to bake or cook, like making bread. It's used in descriptions of food and meals, like in Leviticus and Ezekiel, and refers to the work of a baker.
Definition: 1) to bake 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to bake 1a2) (subst) baker 1b) (Niphal) to be baked, baked
Usage: Occurs in 24 OT verses. KJV: bake(-r, (-meats)). See also: Genesis 19:3; Leviticus 7:9; Isaiah 44:15.
תָּלָ֑ה
tâlâh
H8518
"to hang"
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
To hang something or someone is what this Hebrew word means, often used to describe punishment or display. It can also mean to hang an object, like a curtain or a sign. The word is used in Exodus and Numbers.
Definition: 1) to hang 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to hang 1a1a) to hang up (any object) 1a1b) to put to death by hanging 1b) (Niphal) to be hanged 1c) (Piel) to hang, hang up (for display)
Usage: Occurs in 27 OT verses. KJV: hang (up). See also: Genesis 40:19; Esther 7:9; Psalms 137:2.
כַּ/אֲשֶׁ֥ר
ʼăsher
H834
"which"
Prep | Rel
This Hebrew word is a conjunction that connects ideas and events in the Bible, like in the book of Genesis, where it's used to describe the relationship between God and His creation.
Definition: A: 1) (relative part.) 1a) which, who 1b) that which 2) (conj) 2a) that (in obj clause) 2b) when 2c) since 2d) as 2e) conditional if B: Beth+ 1) in (that) which 2) (adv) 2a) where 3) (conj) 3a) in that, inasmuch as 3b) on account of C: Mem+ 1) from (or than) that which 2) from (the place) where 3) from (the fact) that, since D: Kaph+ 1) (conj.), according as, as, when 1a) according to that which, according as, as 1b) with a causal force: in so far as, since 1c) with a temporal force: when
Usage: Occurs in 4440 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, [idiom] alike, as (soon as), because, [idiom] every, for, [phrase] forasmuch, [phrase] from whence, [phrase] how(-soever), [idiom] if, (so) that ((thing) which, wherein), [idiom] though, [phrase] until, [phrase] whatsoever, when, where ([phrase] -as, -in, -of, -on, -soever, -with), which, whilst, [phrase] whither(-soever), who(-m, -soever, -se). As it is indeclinable, it is often accompanied by the personal pronoun expletively, used to show the connection. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 20:9; Genesis 31:16.
פָּתַ֛ר
pâthar
H6622
"to interpret"
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
This verb means to interpret or explain something, like a dream. It is used in the Bible to describe understanding the meaning of a vision or message. In the KJV, it is translated as 'interpret'.
Definition: (Qal) to interpret (dreams) Aramaic equivalent: pe.shar (פְּשַׁר "to interpret" H6590)
Usage: Occurs in 7 OT verses. KJV: interpret(-ation, -er). See also: Genesis 40:8; Genesis 41:8; Genesis 41:15.
לָ/הֶ֖ם
""
Prep | Suff
יוֹסֵֽף
Yôwçêph
H3130
"Joseph"
N-proper
Joseph means Jehovah has added, a name given to several Israelites, including the son of Jacob and Rachel. Joseph was a significant figure in the book of Genesis and the story of his brothers. He became a leader in Egypt.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, only mentioned at Neh.12.14 § Joseph = "Jehovah has added" 1) the eldest son of Jacob by Rachel 2) father of Igal, who represented the tribe of Issachar among the spies 3) a son of Asaph 4) a man who took a foreign wife in the time of Ezra 5) a priest of the family of Shebaniah in the time of Nehemiah
Usage: Occurs in 193 OT verses. KJV: Joseph. Compare H3084 (יְהוֹסֵף). See also: Genesis 30:24; Genesis 47:5; Psalms 77:16.
Study Notes — Genesis 40:22
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Context — The Cupbearer and the Baker
20On the third day, which was Pharaoh’s birthday, he held a feast for all his officials, and in their presence he lifted up the heads of the chief cupbearer and the chief baker.
21Pharaoh restored the chief cupbearer to his position, so that he once again placed the cup in Pharaoh’s hand.
22But Pharaoh hanged the chief baker, just as Joseph had described to them in his interpretation.
23The chief cupbearer, however, did not remember Joseph; he forgot all about him.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Genesis 40:19 | Within three days Pharaoh will lift off your head and hang you on a tree. Then the birds will eat the flesh of your body.” |
| 2 | Genesis 41:16 | “I myself cannot do it,” Joseph replied, “but God will give Pharaoh a sound answer.” |
| 3 | Daniel 2:30 | And to me this mystery has been revealed, not because I have more wisdom than any man alive, but in order that the interpretation might be made known to the king, and that you may understand the thoughts of your mind. |
| 4 | Daniel 2:19–23 | During the night, the mystery was revealed to Daniel in a vision, and he blessed the God of heaven and declared: “Blessed be the name of God forever and ever, for wisdom and power belong to Him. He changes the times and seasons; He removes kings and establishes them. He gives wisdom to the wise and knowledge to the discerning. He reveals the deep and hidden things; He knows what lies in darkness, and light dwells with Him. To You, O God of my fathers, I give thanks and praise, because You have given me wisdom and power. And now You have made known to me what we have requested, for You have made known to us the dream of the king.” |
| 5 | Daniel 5:12 | did this because Daniel, the one he named Belteshazzar, was found to have an extraordinary spirit, as well as knowledge, understanding, and the ability to interpret dreams, explain riddles, and solve difficult problems. Summon Daniel, therefore, and he will give you the interpretation.” |
| 6 | Jeremiah 23:28 | Let the prophet who has a dream retell it, but let him who has My word speak it truthfully. For what is straw compared to grain?” declares the LORD. |
| 7 | Genesis 40:8 | “We both had dreams,” they replied, “but there is no one to interpret them.” Then Joseph said to them, “Don’t interpretations belong to God? Tell me your dreams.” |
| 8 | Genesis 41:11–13 | One night both the chief baker and I had dreams, and each dream had its own meaning. Now a young Hebrew was there with us, a servant of the captain of the guard. We told him our dreams and he interpreted them for us individually. And it happened to us just as he had interpreted: I was restored to my position, and the other man was hanged.” |
| 9 | Acts 5:30 | The God of our fathers raised up Jesus, whom you had killed by hanging Him on a tree. |
Genesis 40:22 Summary
[Genesis 40:22 tells us that Pharaoh hanged the chief baker, just like Joseph had said would happen. This shows us that God is in control and that His plans will come to pass, as we see in Jeremiah 29:11. It also reminds us that God gives us wisdom and insight to understand His plans, as stated in James 1:5. We can trust in God's sovereignty, even when we don't understand the circumstances, and have faith that He will bring about His plans in His time, as we see in Genesis 41:1-57.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Pharaoh hang the chief baker?
Pharaoh hanged the chief baker because it was part of the interpretation that Joseph had given to them, as we see in Genesis 40:22, and it fulfilled the dream that Pharaoh had, as recorded in Genesis 40:16-19.
What does this verse teach us about God's sovereignty?
This verse shows us that God is in control of all things, including the actions of rulers like Pharaoh, as we see in Genesis 40:22, and as the Bible teaches us in Romans 13:1-2 and Daniel 4:17.
How does Joseph's interpretation relate to the events that unfolded?
Joseph's interpretation, given to the chief cupbearer and the chief baker, was a direct prophecy of the events that would occur, as we see in Genesis 40:22, and it shows us that God gives us wisdom and insight to understand His plans, as stated in James 1:5.
What can we learn from the chief cupbearer's forgetfulness of Joseph?
The chief cupbearer's forgetfulness of Joseph, as seen in Genesis 40:23, teaches us that even when people forget us, God remembers us, as stated in Isaiah 49:15-16, and He will bring about His plans in His time, as we see in Genesis 41:1-57.
Reflection Questions
- How does this verse encourage me to trust in God's sovereignty, even when I don't understand the circumstances?
- What does this verse teach me about the importance of remembering those who have helped me, and how can I apply this to my relationships?
- In what ways can I, like Joseph, trust in God's plan and timing, even when it seems like things are not going as I had hoped?
- How does this verse remind me of the importance of being faithful and trusting in God, even when it seems like others have forgotten me?
Gill's Exposition on Genesis 40:22
But he hanged the chief baker,.... The is, he ordered him to be hanged; because, as the same Targum says, he consulted to kill him (Pharaoh): as Joseph had interpreted to them; the events as to both
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 40:22
And it came to pass the third day, which was Pharaoh's birthday, that he made a feast unto all his servants: and he lifted up the head of the chief butler and of the chief baker among his servants.
Trapp's Commentary on Genesis 40:22
Genesis 40:22 But he hanged the chief baker: as Joseph had interpreted to them.Ver. 22. But he hanged the chief baker.] God’ s menaces, as well as promises, will have their accomplishment. Vengeance is "in readiness" for the rebellious. Every whit as ready in God’ s hand, as in the minister’ s mouth.
Sermons on Genesis 40:22
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Our Daily Homily - Genesis Part 2 by F.B. Meyer | F.B. Meyer emphasizes the resilience and faith of Joseph in the face of adversity, contrasting his virtuous choices with the failures of his brothers. He highlights how God uses tr |
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Philippians 2:1-4 by St. John Chrysostom | John Chrysostom preaches on the importance of unity, love, and humility among believers, emphasizing the need to have the same mind, love one another, and be of one accord. He urge |
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From Babylon to Jerusalem - (Daniel) ch.7 & 8 by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of seeking understanding and wisdom from God through the scriptures. He references the book of Proverbs, highlighting the need |
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How Big Is Your God? by Denis Lyle | Denis Lyle preaches on the story of Daniel facing impossible circumstances but having a God-centered perspective, emphasizing the importance of having a high view of God to sustain |
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May God Give Us Light by Carter Conlon | This sermon is a powerful call to resist the temptations and delicacies of the world, to stand firm in faith like Daniel did, and to choose to walk in the light of God's truth. It |
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The Call of God by Walter Beuttler | Walter Beuttler emphasizes the importance of being called by God and the process of transformation that should follow. He stresses the need for personal application of biblical tru |
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(Israel) Preaching Christ With Authority by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of preaching the word of God with spiritual authority. He shares a personal experience of a young man who came seeking wisdom |