Strong’s H6319
פוֹטִי פֶרַע
Part of speech
Proper Name Masculine
Transliteration
Powtiy Phera`
Pronunciation
poh-tee feh-rah
Definition
Potiphera
Meaning
Poti-Phera
Usage
The name "Poti Phera" means "he whom Ra has given" or "gift of Ra," reflecting its Egyptian roots. In the Bible, Potiphera is known as the priest of On, and he is the father of Asenath, who becomes the wife of Joseph. This connection places Potiphera in a significant position within the narrative of Joseph's rise to power in Egypt.
Bible references
Genesis 41:45;Genesis 41:50;Genesis 46:20