Joseph (Genesis)

In brief, Joseph was an important figure in the Old Testament. His story is found in the book of Genesis (Genesis 37 - 50). Joseph was one of twelve sons of Jacob (also called Israel), who was, in turn, the grandson of Abraham. Joseph was the favourite son of Jacob, because he was the firstborn son of Rebecca, the wife he loved most. The story of Joseph explains why the Israelites ended up in Egypt, and therefore is essential background to understanding the story of Moses and the exodus of the Israelites.

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Overviews

• An overview of the story of Joseph in Genesis
• Bible Dictionary: Joseph

Articles / opinions / studies

• Finding a message in the story of Joseph (By G.G.)
• Comments about Joseph in Genesis

Acounts of the story of Joseph

• The biblical account of the story of Joseph in Genesis
• Joseph and the technicolor dream coat (musical)
• Joseph King of dreams:Joseph King of dreams (cartoon)

Quotes

• Bible quotes about the Joseph of Genesis
• Quotes about the Joseph of Genesis

See also

• Genesis
• Abraham
• Jacob
• Rebecca

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