Genesis 39:22
New International Version
So the warden put Joseph in charge of all those held in the prison, and he was made responsible for all that was done there.

New Living Translation
Before long, the warden put Joseph in charge of all the other prisoners and over everything that happened in the prison.

English Standard Version
And the keeper of the prison put Joseph in charge of all the prisoners who were in the prison. Whatever was done there, he was the one who did it.

Berean Standard Bible
And the warden put all the prisoners under Joseph’s care, so that he was responsible for all that was done in the prison.

King James Bible
And the keeper of the prison committed to Joseph's hand all the prisoners that were in the prison; and whatsoever they did there, he was the doer of it.

New King James Version
And the keeper of the prison committed to Joseph’s hand all the prisoners who were in the prison; whatever they did there, it was his doing.

New American Standard Bible
And the warden of the prison put Joseph in charge of all the prisoners who were in the prison; so that whatever was done there, he was responsible for it.

NASB 1995
The chief jailer committed to Joseph’s charge all the prisoners who were in the jail; so that whatever was done there, he was responsible for it.

NASB 1977
And the chief jailer committed to Joseph’s charge all the prisoners who were in the jail; so that whatever was done there, he was responsible for it.

Legacy Standard Bible
So the chief jailer gave into the hand of Joseph all the prisoners who were in the jail; so that whatever was done there, he was the one who did it.

Amplified Bible
The warden committed to Joseph’s care (management) all the prisoners who were in the prison; so that whatever was done there, he was in charge of it.

Christian Standard Bible
The warden put all the prisoners who were in the prison under Joseph’s authority, and he was responsible for everything that was done there.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
The warden put all the prisoners who were in the prison under Joseph’s authority, and he was responsible for everything that was done there.

American Standard Version
And the keeper of the prison committed to Joseph's hand all the prisoners that were in the prison; and whatsoever they did there, he was the doer of it.

Contemporary English Version
he put him in charge of the other prisoners and of everything that was done in the jail.

English Revised Version
And the keeper of the prison committed to Joseph's hand all the prisoners that were in the prison; and whatsoever they did there, he was the doer of it.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
So the warden placed Joseph in charge of all the prisoners who were in that prison. Joseph became responsible for everything that they were doing.

Good News Translation
He put Joseph in charge of all the other prisoners and made him responsible for everything that was done in the prison.

International Standard Version
So the prison warden entrusted into Joseph's care all the prisoners who were confined in prison. Whatever they did, Joseph was in charge of the work detail.

Majority Standard Bible
And the warden put all the prisoners under Joseph?s care, so that he was responsible for all that was done in the prison.

NET Bible
The warden put all the prisoners under Joseph's care. He was in charge of whatever they were doing.

New Heart English Bible
The keeper of the prison put Joseph in charge of all the prisoners who were in the prison; he was made responsible for everything that was done there.

Webster's Bible Translation
And the keeper of the prison committed to Joseph's hand all the prisoners that were in the prison; and whatever they did there, was done by him.

World English Bible
The keeper of the prison committed to Joseph’s hand all the prisoners who were in the prison. Whatever they did there, he was responsible for it.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and the chief of the round-house gives into the hand of Joseph all the prisoners who [are] in the round-house, and of all that they are doing there, he has been doer;

Young's Literal Translation
and the chief of the round-house giveth into the hand of Joseph all the prisoners who are in the round-house, and of all that they are doing there, he hath been doer;

Smith's Literal Translation
And the chief of the house of the fortress will give into Joseph's hand all the prisoners that were in the house of the fortress; and all which was done there he was doing.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Who delivered into his hand all the prisoners that were kept in custody: and whatsoever was done was under him.

Catholic Public Domain Version
who delivered into his hand all the prisoners who were held in custody. And whatever was done, was under him.

New American Bible
The chief jailer put Joseph in charge of all the prisoners in the jail. Everything that had to be done there, he was the one to do it.

New Revised Standard Version
The chief jailer committed to Joseph’s care all the prisoners who were in the prison, and whatever was done there, he was the one who did it.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And the keeper of the prison intrusted to Joseph's care all the prisoners who were in the prison; and he was in charge of whatever they did there.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And the Chief of prisoners delivered into the hand of Yoseph all the prisoners that were in the prison, and everything that they were doing there; he was the Bondsman.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And the keeper of the prison committed to Joseph's hand all the prisoners that were in the prison; and whatsoever they did there, he was the doer of it.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And the chief keeper of the prison gave the prison into the hand of Joseph, and all the prisoners as many as were in the prison; and all things whatsoever they do there, he did them.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Joseph Falsely Imprisoned
21the LORD was with him and extended kindness to him, granting him favor in the eyes of the prison warden. 22And the warden put all the prisoners under Joseph’s care, so that he was responsible for all that was done in the prison. 23The warden did not concern himself with anything under Joseph’s care, because the LORD was with Joseph and gave him success in whatever he did.…

Cross References
Genesis 41:40-41
You shall be in charge of my house, and all my people are to obey your commands. Only with regard to the throne will I be greater than you.” / Pharaoh also told Joseph, “I hereby place you over all the land of Egypt.”

Daniel 6:3
Soon, by his extraordinary spirit, Daniel distinguished himself among the administrators and satraps. So the king planned to set him over the whole kingdom.

Acts 7:9-10
Because the patriarchs were jealous of Joseph, they sold him as a slave into Egypt. But God was with him / and rescued him from all his troubles. He granted Joseph favor and wisdom in the sight of Pharaoh king of Egypt, who appointed him ruler over Egypt and all his household.

1 Samuel 18:14-15
and he continued to prosper in all his ways, because the LORD was with him. / When Saul saw that David was very successful, he was afraid of him.

Proverbs 16:7
When a man’s ways please the LORD, He makes even the man’s enemies live at peace with him.

Psalm 105:19-22
until his prediction came true and the word of the LORD proved him right. / The king sent and released him; the ruler of peoples set him free. / He made him master of his household, ruler over all his substance, ...

1 Peter 2:19-20
For if anyone endures the pain of unjust suffering because he is conscious of God, this is to be commended. / How is it to your credit if you are beaten for doing wrong and you endure it? But if you suffer for doing good and you endure it, this is commendable before God.

Romans 8:28
And we know that God works all things together for the good of those who love Him, who are called according to His purpose.

1 Corinthians 10:13
No temptation has seized you except what is common to man. And God is faithful; He will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, He will also provide an escape, so that you can stand up under it.

2 Timothy 2:9-10
for which I suffer to the extent of being chained like a criminal. But the word of God cannot be chained! / For this reason I endure all things for the sake of the elect, so that they too may obtain the salvation that is in Christ Jesus, with eternal glory.

Nehemiah 2:8
And may I have a letter to Asaph, keeper of the king’s forest, so that he will give me timber to make beams for the gates of the citadel to the temple, for the city wall, and for the house I will occupy.” And because the gracious hand of my God was upon me, the king granted my requests.

Daniel 1:9
Now God had granted Daniel favor and compassion from the chief official,

Exodus 3:21
And I will grant this people such favor in the sight of the Egyptians that when you leave, you will not go away empty-handed.

1 Kings 8:50
May You forgive Your people who have sinned against You and all the transgressions they have committed against You, and may You grant them compassion in the eyes of their captors to show them mercy.

Matthew 5:10-12
Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. / Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you, and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of Me. / Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets before you.


Treasury of Scripture

And the keeper of the prison committed to Joseph's hand all the prisoners that were in the prison; and whatever they did there, he was the doer of it.

committed.

Genesis 39:4,6,7,9
And Joseph found grace in his sight, and he served him: and he made him overseer over his house, and all that he had he put into his hand…

Genesis 40:3,4
And he put them in ward in the house of the captain of the guard, into the prison, the place where Joseph was bound…

1 Samuel 2:30
Wherefore the LORD God of Israel saith, I said indeed that thy house, and the house of thy father, should walk before me for ever: but now the LORD saith, Be it far from me; for them that honour me I will honour, and they that despise me shall be lightly esteemed.

Jump to Previous
Care Charge Chief Committed Control Doer Hand Held Jail Jailer Joseph Joseph's Keeper Prison Prisoners Responsible Round-House Tower-House Warden Whatever Whatsoever
Jump to Next
Care Charge Chief Committed Control Doer Hand Held Jail Jailer Joseph Joseph's Keeper Prison Prisoners Responsible Round-House Tower-House Warden Whatever Whatsoever
Genesis 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.














And the warden put all the prisoners under Joseph’s care
Joseph's rise to a position of authority within the prison reflects a recurring theme in his life: God's favor and providence. Despite being unjustly imprisoned, Joseph's integrity and leadership qualities are recognized by the warden. This mirrors his earlier experience in Potiphar's house, where he was also entrusted with significant responsibility. The warden's decision to place all prisoners under Joseph's care indicates a high level of trust and suggests that Joseph's character and abilities were evident to those around him. This situation foreshadows Joseph's future role in Egypt, where he will again be placed in a position of great authority.

so that he was responsible for all that was done in the prison
Joseph's responsibility for all activities within the prison highlights his administrative skills and reliability. This phrase underscores the complete trust the warden had in Joseph, allowing him to manage the daily operations and welfare of the prisoners. It also reflects a broader biblical principle of stewardship, where those who are faithful in small things are often entrusted with greater responsibilities (Luke 16:10). Joseph's management of the prison can be seen as a type of Christ, who also took on the burdens of others and served with humility and faithfulness. This passage illustrates how God can use adverse circumstances to prepare His people for future service and leadership.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Joseph
A Hebrew man sold into slavery by his brothers, who rose to prominence in Egypt due to his integrity and God's favor. In this chapter, he is in prison after being falsely accused by Potiphar's wife.

2. The Warden
The overseer of the prison where Joseph was held. He recognized Joseph's abilities and integrity, entrusting him with the management of the prison.

3. Prison
The place where Joseph was confined. Despite being a place of punishment, it became a setting for Joseph's continued faithfulness and leadership.

4. Potiphar
Although not directly mentioned in this verse, he is the Egyptian official who initially purchased Joseph as a slave and whose wife falsely accused Joseph, leading to his imprisonment.

5. Egypt
The land where these events take place, representing a foreign and challenging environment for Joseph, yet also the place where God’s providence unfolds.
Teaching Points
Faithfulness in Adversity
Joseph's account teaches us to remain faithful and diligent, even in difficult circumstances, trusting that God is at work.

God's Sovereignty
Despite human injustice, God's sovereign plan prevails. Joseph's rise in prison is a testament to God's control over all situations.

Integrity and Trust
Joseph's integrity earned him the trust of the warden. Our character can influence others and open doors for God's purposes.

Leadership and Stewardship
Joseph's management of the prison illustrates the importance of being good stewards of the responsibilities entrusted to us.

Preparation for Greater Roles
Joseph's experiences in prison prepared him for future leadership. God often uses our current situations to prepare us for His greater plans.Verses 22, 23. - And the keeper of the prison (captain of the round house, or chief officer of the tower) committed to Joseph's hand all the prisoners that were in the prison; and whatsoever they did there, he was the doer of it - literally, and all that they (the prisoners) were doing there, he was the person doing it, or attending to it; i.e. the keeper gave him charge to see that the prisoners obeyed whatever orders were issued for their regulation; and, having implicit confidence in Joseph's probity, the keeper of the prison looked not to anything that was under (or in) his hand (i.e. he did not trouble himself about anything entrusted to Joseph); because the Lord (Jehovah) was with him, and that which he did, the Lord (Jehovah) made it to prosper.



Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
[who]
שַׂ֤ר (śar)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 8269: Chieftain, chief, ruler, official, captain, prince

put
וַיִּתֵּ֞ן (way·yit·tên)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 5414: To give, put, set

all
כָּל־ (kāl-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every

those held
הָ֣אֲסִירִ֔ם (hā·’ă·sî·rim)
Article | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 615: A bondman, prisoner

in the prison
בְּבֵ֣ית (bə·ḇêṯ)
Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1004: A house

under Joseph’s
יוֹסֵ֔ף (yō·w·sêp̄)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 3130: Joseph -- 'he increases', a son of Jacob, also the name of several Israelites

authority,
בְּיַד־ (bə·yaḏ-)
Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 3027: A hand

so that he
ה֖וּא (hū)
Pronoun - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1931: He, self, the same, this, that, as, are

was
הָיָ֥ה (hā·yāh)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be

responsible
עֹשִׂים֙ (‘ō·śîm)
Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural
Strong's 6213: To do, make

for all
כָּל־ (kāl-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every

that
אֲשֶׁ֤ר (’ă·šer)
Pronoun - relative
Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that

was done
עֹשֶֽׂה׃ (‘ō·śeh)
Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular
Strong's 6213: To do, make

there.
שָׁ֔ם (šām)
Adverb
Strong's 8033: There, then, thither


Links
Genesis 39:22 NIV
Genesis 39:22 NLT
Genesis 39:22 ESV
Genesis 39:22 NASB
Genesis 39:22 KJV

Genesis 39:22 BibleApps.com
Genesis 39:22 Biblia Paralela
Genesis 39:22 Chinese Bible
Genesis 39:22 French Bible
Genesis 39:22 Catholic Bible

OT Law: Genesis 39:22 The keeper of the prison committed (Gen. Ge Gn)
Genesis 39:21
Top of Page
Top of Page