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Who was Joseph (son of Jacob) in the Bible?
Also known as Zaphnath-paaneah
Egypt & the Exodus · ~1800–1400 BCOld & New Testament
The dreamer who saved Egypt from famine
The favoured son of Jacob, sold into slavery by his jealous brothers, who rose to become governor of Egypt. His God-given wisdom saved many nations from famine, and he forgave the very brothers who had wronged him.
🤯 What might Joseph (son of Jacob) have looked like?
The Bible notes that Joseph was "handsome in form and appearance."
See Handsome in form and appearance (Genesis 39:6)
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- Father: Jacob (Israel)
- Mother: Rachel
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Verses that mention Joseph (son of Jacob)
Genesis 30:24Genesis 30:25Genesis 33:2Genesis 33:7Genesis 35:24Genesis 37:2
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