Zaphnath Paaneah
/ZAF-nath-pay-ah-NEE-ah/
Summary
The Egyptian name given to Joseph by Pharaoh when he was elevated to second-in-command over all Egypt.
☩Joseph's Egyptian Name
When Pharaoh appointed Joseph as governor over Egypt, he gave him the Egyptian name Zaphnath-paaneah. The exact meaning of this name is debated, with various interpretations including 'revealer of secrets,' 'the god speaks and he lives,' or 'abundance of life.' Along with this name, Joseph received Pharaoh's signet ring, fine linen robes, and Asenath as his wife.
Key verses:Genesis 41:45
Related Verses1 mention
Genesis· 1 verse
References
- 1.John McClintock and James Strong, "Zaphnath-paaneah," in Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature, vol. X (Harper & Brothers, 1867–1887).
- 2.James Orr (ed.), "Zaphnath-paaneah," in International Standard Bible Encyclopedia, vol. V (Howard-Severance Company, 1915).