Family Tree: Joseph

Generation 4 from Adam

Spouse: Asenath.

Biography

The favored son of Jacob, Joseph was sold into slavery by his jealous brothers but rose to become second-in-command in Egypt through God's providence. His interpretation of Pharaoh's dreams saved Egypt and his own family from famine. Joseph's forgiveness of his brothers demonstrates remarkable grace and faith in God's sovereign plan.

Biblical Significance

Joseph's life prefigures Christ in his suffering, exaltation, and role as savior of his people.

Life Events

Age 17
Sold into slavery by his brothers
Genesis 37:28
Age 28
Imprisoned in Egypt
Genesis 39:20
Age 30
Became second-in-command of Egypt
Genesis 41:46
Age 39
Reunited with his brothers
Genesis 45:1-15
Age 110
Death
Genesis 50:26
Jacob or Israel & Rachel
Joseph & Asenath
Manasseh, Ephraim
Siblings: Benjamin, Gad, Naphtali, Asher, Simeon, Reuben, Dan, Levi , and 4 more

Parents

Jacob or Israel generation 3, Kekulé #4503599627370496
Rachel generation 24

Siblings (12)

Benjamin generation 4
Gad generation 2
Naphtali generation 2
Asher generation 2
Simeon generation 4
Reuben generation 4
Dan generation 2
Levi generation 4
Dinah generation 4
Juda or Judah or Judas generation 4, Kekulé #2251799813685248
Issachar generation 4
Zebulun generation 4

Children (2)

Manasseh generation 2
Ephraim generation 2

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