Asenath is a biblical figure mentioned in the Book of Genesis. She is known as the daughter of Potiphera, a priest of On, and became the wife of Joseph, one of the twelve sons of Jacob. Asenath is notable for being the mother of Ephraim and Manasseh, who became two of the tribes of Israel. In the context of the story, Asenath's marriage to Joseph symbolizes the integration of Hebrew and Egyptian cultures. After Joseph's rise to power in Egypt, he was given Asenath as a wife, which highlights the importance of alliances in ancient societies.