Asenath

Egyptian origin

Asenath is the daughter of Potiphera, priest of On; Pharaoh gives her to Joseph as his wife in Genesis 41, and she bears Manasseh and Ephraim.

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Occupation
First mention
Genesis 41:45

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Scripture references

  • Genesis 41:45

    Pharaoh named Joseph Zaphenath-Paneah, and gave him Asenath daughter of Potiphera, priest of On, to be his wife. And Joseph began to journey all over Egypt.

  • Genesis 41:50

    Before the year of famine came, two sons were born to Joseph: Asenath daughter of Potiphera, priest of On, bore him these.