Jacob
Father
Basis: Genesis 30; Genesis 37
All people
Patriarchal period
Joseph
Son of Jacob who rises to authority in Egypt
Also known as: Joseph son of Jacob, Zaphenath-Paneah
Editorial status
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Profile
Joseph is favored by his father, sold by his brothers, and taken to Egypt. After imprisonment, he interprets Pharaoh’s dreams and is elevated to authority, enabling him to preserve food during famine and eventually receive his family.
Relationships
Rachel
Mother
Basis: Genesis 30:22–24
Benjamin
Full brother
Basis: Genesis 35; Genesis 42–45
Asenath
Wife
Basis: Genesis 41:45
Major events
Sold by his brothers
Joseph is sold and taken to Egypt.
Imprisonment
Joseph is falsely accused and imprisoned.
Interprets Pharaoh’s dreams
Joseph explains the coming abundance and famine.
Reconciliation
Joseph reveals his identity and receives his family.