Genesis 37:5
Genesis 37:5 in Multiple Translations
Then Joseph had a dream, and when he told it to his brothers, they hated him even more.
¶ And Joseph dreamed a dream, and he told it his brethren: and they hated him yet the more.
And Joseph dreamed a dream, and he told it to his brethren: and they hated him yet the more.
Now Joseph had a dream, and he gave his brothers an account of it, which made their hate greater than ever.
Joseph had a dream, and when he told his brothers about it, they hated him even more.
And Ioseph dreamed a dreame, and told his brethren, who hated him so much the more.
And Joseph dreameth a dream, and declareth to his brethren, and they add still more to hate him.
Joseph dreamed a dream, and he told it to his brothers, and they hated him all the more.
And Joseph dreamed a dream, and he told it to his brethren: and they hated him yet the more.
Now it fell out also that he told his brethren a dream, that he had dreamed: which occasioned them to hate him the more.
One night Joseph had a dream. He told his brothers about the dream.
One night, Joseph had a dream. The next day, he told his brothers about his dream, and they hated him even more.
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Genesis 37:5 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יַּחֲלֹ֤ם
יוֹסֵף֙
חֲל֔וֹם
וַ/יַּגֵּ֖ד
לְ/אֶחָ֑י/ו
וַ/יּוֹסִ֥פוּ
ע֖וֹד
שְׂנֹ֥א
אֹתֽ/וֹ
וַ/יַּחֲלֹ֤ם
châlam
H2492
be healthy
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
יוֹסֵף֙
Yôwçêph
H3130
Joseph
N-proper
חֲל֔וֹם
chălôwm
H2472
dream
N-ms
וַ/יַּגֵּ֖ד
nâgad
H5046
to tell
Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3ms
לְ/אֶחָ֑י/ו
ʼâch
H251
brother
Prep | N-mp | Suff
וַ/יּוֹסִ֥פוּ
yâçaph
H3254
to add
Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3mp
ע֖וֹד
ʻôwd
H5750
still
Adv
שְׂנֹ֥א
sânêʼ
H8130
to hate
V-Qal-Inf-a
אֹתֽ/וֹ
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Genesis 37:5
וַ/יַּחֲלֹ֤ם
châlam
H2492
"be healthy"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
This verb means to dream, like in Genesis 37:5-10 where Joseph dreams about his future. It can also mean to recover or be in good health, as in Psalm 73:4.
Definition: 1) to be healthy, be strong 1a) (Qal) to be healthy 1b) (Hiphil) to restore to health
Usage: Occurs in 25 OT verses. KJV: (cause to) dream(-er), be in good liking, recover. See also: Genesis 28:12; Deuteronomy 13:2; Psalms 126:1.
יוֹסֵף֙
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.
חֲל֔וֹם
chălôwm
H2472
"dream"
N-ms
This Hebrew word means a dream, which can be ordinary or have a prophetic meaning, as seen in the Bible where God communicates through dreams. It appears in the story of Joseph in Genesis. The word is also used in Joel 2:28.
Definition: 1) dream 1a) dream (ordinary) 1b) dream (with prophetic meaning) Aramaic equivalent: che.lem (חֵ֫לֶם "dream" H2493)
Usage: Occurs in 54 OT verses. KJV: dream(-er). See also: Genesis 20:3; Deuteronomy 13:2; Psalms 73:20.
וַ/יַּגֵּ֖ד
nâgad
H5046
"to tell"
Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3ms
To tell or declare something openly, as in Genesis 3:11 where God asks Adam to tell the truth. It means to stand boldly and announce something to someone present. In Exodus 32:27, Moses tells the Levites to declare their actions to the people.
Definition: 1) to be conspicuous, tell, make known 1a) (Hiphil) to tell, declare 1a1) to tell, announce, report 1a2) to declare, make known, expound 1a3) to inform of 1a4) to publish, declare, proclaim 1a5) to avow, acknowledge, confess 1a5a) messenger (participle) 1b) (Hophal) to be told, be announced, be reported
Usage: Occurs in 344 OT verses. KJV: bewray, [idiom] certainly, certify, declare(-ing), denounce, expound, [idiom] fully, messenger, plainly, profess, rehearse, report, shew (forth), speak, [idiom] surely, tell, utter. See also: Genesis 3:11; 1 Samuel 14:33; 2 Kings 9:15.
לְ/אֶחָ֑י/ו
ʼâch
H251
"brother"
Prep | N-mp | Suff
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means a brother or male sibling, but it can also refer to a close relative, friend, or someone with a similar relationship. It is used to describe the bond between brothers, like the relationship between Cain and Abel in Genesis.
Definition: : male-sibling 1) brother 1a) brother of same parents 1b) half-brother (same father) 1c) relative, kinship, same tribe 1d) each to the other (reciprocal relationship) 1e) (fig.) of resemblance
Usage: Occurs in 572 OT verses. KJV: another, brother(-ly); kindred, like, other. Compare also the proper names beginning with 'Ah-' or 'Ahi-'. See also: Genesis 4:2; Genesis 42:13; Numbers 25:6.
וַ/יּוֹסִ֥פוּ
yâçaph
H3254
"to add"
Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3mp
To add means to increase or do something again, like adding more of something or continuing an action. This word is used in the Bible to describe growth or repetition.
Definition: : add/more[amount] 1) to add, increase, do again 1a) (Qal) to add, increase, do again 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to join, join oneself to 1b2) to be joined, be added to 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to cause to add, increase 1c2) to do more, do again
Usage: Occurs in 205 OT verses. KJV: add, [idiom] again, [idiom] any more, [idiom] cease, [idiom] come more, [phrase] conceive again, continue, exceed, [idiom] further, [idiom] gather together, get more, give more-over, [idiom] henceforth, increase (more and more), join, [idiom] longer (bring, do, make, much, put), [idiom] (the, much, yet) more (and more), proceed (further), prolong, put, be (strong-) er, [idiom] yet, yield. See also: Genesis 4:2; 2 Samuel 19:14; Psalms 10:18.
ע֖וֹד
ʻôwd
H5750
"still"
Adv
The word 'still' means something continues or happens again, like in Genesis 29:26 and Isaiah 2:11. It can also mean 'more' or 'additionally'.
Definition: subst 1) a going round, continuance adv 2) still, yet, again, besides 2a) still, yet (of continuance or persistence) 2b) still, yet, more (of addition or repetition) 2c) again 2d) still, moreover, besides Aramaic equivalent: od (עוֹד "still" H5751)
Usage: Occurs in 459 OT verses. KJV: again, [idiom] all life long, at all, besides, but, else, further(-more), henceforth, (any) longer, (any) more(-over), [idiom] once, since, (be) still, when, (good, the) while (having being), (as, because, whether, while) yet (within). See also: Genesis 4:25; Judges 9:37; 2 Chronicles 32:16.
שְׂנֹ֥א
sânêʼ
H8130
"to hate"
V-Qal-Inf-a
To hate means to feel intense dislike or hostility, as seen in the actions of enemies or foes in the Bible. It can also describe God's hatred of sin.
Definition: 1) to hate, be hateful 1a) (Qal) to hate 1a1) of man 1a2) of God 1a3) hater, one hating, enemy (participle) (subst) 1b) (Niphal) to be hated 1c) (Piel) hater (participle) 1c1) of persons, nations, God, wisdom Aramaic equivalent: se.ne (שְׂנָא "to hate" H8131)
Usage: Occurs in 139 OT verses. KJV: enemy, foe, (be) hate(-ful, -r), odious, [idiom] utterly. See also: Genesis 24:60; Psalms 50:17; Psalms 5:6.
אֹתֽ/וֹ
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM | Suff
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.
Study Notes — Genesis 37:5
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- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 37:5
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Genesis 37:5
- Trapp's Commentary on Genesis 37:5
- Ellicott's Commentary on Genesis 37:5
- Cambridge Bible on Genesis 37:5
- Whedon's Commentary on Genesis 37:5
- Sermons on Genesis 37:5
Context — Joseph’s Dreams
3Now Israel loved Joseph more than his other sons, because Joseph had been born to him in his old age; so he made him a robe of many colors.
4When Joseph’s brothers saw that their father loved him more than any of them, they hated him and could not speak a kind word to him.
5Then Joseph had a dream, and when he told it to his brothers, they hated him even more.
6He said to them, “Listen to this dream I had: 7We were binding sheaves of grain in the field, and suddenly my sheaf rose and stood upright, while your sheaves gathered around and bowed down to mine.”Cross References
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| 1 | Genesis 28:12 | And Jacob had a dream about a ladder that rested on the earth with its top reaching up to heaven, and God’s angels were going up and down the ladder. |
| 2 | Genesis 42:9 | Joseph remembered his dreams about them and said, “You are spies! You have come to see if our land is vulnerable.” |
| 3 | John 17:14 | I have given them Your word and the world has hated them; for they are not of the world, just as I am not of the world. |
| 4 | Daniel 4:5 | I had a dream, and it frightened me; while in my bed, the images and visions in my mind alarmed me. |
| 5 | Joel 2:28 | And afterward, I will pour out My Spirit on all people. Your sons and daughters will prophesy, your old men will dream dreams, your young men will see visions. |
| 6 | Numbers 12:6 | He said, “Hear now My words: If there is a prophet among you, I, the LORD, will reveal Myself to him in a vision; I will speak to him in a dream. |
| 7 | Genesis 37:4 | When Joseph’s brothers saw that their father loved him more than any of them, they hated him and could not speak a kind word to him. |
| 8 | Amos 3:7 | Surely the Lord GOD does nothing without revealing His plan to His servants the prophets. |
| 9 | 1 Kings 3:5 | One night at Gibeon the LORD appeared to Solomon in a dream, and God said, “Ask, and I will give it to you!” |
| 10 | Judges 7:13–14 | And as Gideon arrived, a man was telling his friend about a dream. “Behold, I had a dream,” he said, “and I saw a loaf of barley bread come tumbling into the Midianite camp. It struck the tent so hard that the tent overturned and collapsed.” His friend replied: “This is nothing less than the sword of Gideon son of Joash, the Israelite. God has delivered Midian and the whole camp into his hand.” |
Genesis 37:5 Summary
This verse tells us that Joseph had a dream and shared it with his brothers, but instead of being excited or supportive, they hated him even more. This shows us that sometimes when we share our hopes and dreams with others, they might not always respond positively. As it says in Genesis 37:5, Joseph's brothers hated him more after he shared his dream, but we can trust that God is always working behind the scenes, even when things don't go as planned, as seen in Romans 8:28. We can learn to trust in God's plan and timing, just like Joseph did, and not rely on others' approval or validation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Joseph's brothers hate him even more after he shared his dream?
Joseph's brothers hated him more because his dream implied that they would one day bow down to him, which they saw as a threat to their own status and pride, as seen in Genesis 37:5 and further explained in Genesis 37:7-8.
What can we learn from Joseph's experience about sharing our visions and dreams with others?
We can learn that sharing our visions and dreams with others can sometimes lead to rejection or hostility, but it's also an opportunity to trust in God's sovereignty, as Joseph did, and as encouraged in Proverbs 3:5-6.
How did Joseph's dream relate to his brothers' existing feelings of hatred towards him?
Joseph's dream exacerbated his brothers' existing feelings of hatred and jealousy, which were already present due to their father's favoritism, as seen in Genesis 37:3-4.
What role does pride play in the brothers' reaction to Joseph's dream?
Pride played a significant role in the brothers' reaction, as they were unwilling to submit to the idea of bowing down to Joseph, and instead allowed their pride to fuel their hatred and resentment, as warned against in Proverbs 16:18.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I am seeking validation or recognition from others, and how can I trust in God's plan instead?
- How can I learn to share my own visions and dreams with others in a way that is humble and trusting in God's sovereignty?
- In what ways can I identify with Joseph's experience of facing rejection or hostility from others, and how can I draw comfort from his story?
- What are some practical ways I can cultivate a spirit of humility and submission, rather than pride, in my own relationships and interactions with others?
Gill's Exposition on Genesis 37:5
And Joseph dreamed a dream, and he told [it] his brethren,.... As a dream, in the simplicity of his heart; not understanding it, or imagining there was any meaning in it; he told it not with any
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Genesis 37:5
And Joseph dreamed a dream, and he told it his brethren: and they hated him yet the more. Dreamed a dream.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Genesis 37:5
The dream it is probable he did not understand, for then he would never have told it to them, who, as he knew very well, were likely to make an evil construction and use of it.
Trapp's Commentary on Genesis 37:5
Genesis 37:5 And Joseph dreamed a dream, and he told [it] his brethren: and they hated him yet the more.Ver. 5. And Joseph dreamed.] Of divine dreams to be regarded as oracles, They hated him yet the more.] So the Jews did Jesus, for his parables; especially when he spake of his exaltation.
Ellicott's Commentary on Genesis 37:5
(5) Joseph dreamed a dream.—Though dreams as a rule do but arise from the mind being wearied with overmuch business (Ecclesiastes 5:3), or other trivial causes; yet as being from time to time used by God for providential purposes, they are occasionally described as a lower kind of prophecy (Numbers 12:6-8; Deuteronomy 13:1; 1 Samuel 28:15). In the life of Joseph they form the turning point in his history, and it is to be noticed that while revelations were frequently made to Jacob, we have henceforward no record of any such direct communication from God to man until the time of Moses. The utmost granted to Joseph was to dream dreams; and after this the children of Israel in Egypt were left entirely to natural laws and influences. (Comp. Note on Genesis 26:2.)
Cambridge Bible on Genesis 37:5
5–11 (E). Joseph’s Dreams 5. dreamed a dream] The influence of dreams in the E narrative is conspicuous; cf. Genesis 20:3. Dreams were regarded by the Oriental as intimations from another world, and were invested with the sanctity of a divine oracle. The dream and its significance entered deeply into the religious conceptions of the ancient races.
Whedon's Commentary on Genesis 37:5
5. And Joseph dreamed a dream, and he told it his brethren — “In normal sleep there is inactivity of the senses, and consequently of the powers of perception by the senses, (presentative powers,) as
Sermons on Genesis 37:5
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(Genesis) Genesis 37:7-12 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the dreams of Joseph from the book of Genesis. Joseph had two dreams where his family members, including his parents and brothers, bowed dow |
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(Genesis) Genesis 37 Introduction by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the 37th chapter of the book of Genesis, which introduces the story of Joseph. The preacher explains that there is more emphasis on Joseph t |
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(Genesis) Genesis 37:12-39:10 by Joe Focht | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding Joseph's perspective in the story. He highlights Joseph's refusal to engage in wickedness, even though it may |
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Emblems From the Story of Joseph by A.B. Simpson | A.B. Simpson explores the life of Joseph as a profound example of faith and suffering, drawing parallels between Joseph's experiences and those of Jesus Christ. He emphasizes Josep |
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(Hebrews - Part 35): How Abraham Knew He Was Called by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the call of God and how it can come to people in various circumstances. He emphasizes that the call of God is for everyone, but not everyone |
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(Genesis) Genesis 28:12-15 by J. Vernon McGee | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the story of Jacob's dream of a ladder reaching up to heaven. God appears to Jacob in the dream and reaffirms the promises He made to Abraha |
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Heavenly Worship Theology by +Todd Atkinson by Todd Atkinson | This sermon delves into the book of Revelation, emphasizing the vision of heaven shown to John and the purpose of understanding heavenly worship. It explores the concept of heaven |