Outline of the Life of Joseph
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Joseph was one of the most important characters of the Old Testament. Being the firstborn of Jacob and Leah, he was favored by his father and seemingly received the blessing of the firstborn even though he was eleventh in birth order for Jacob (Israel.) The favor that Joseph had on his life led to his deliverance of his family from famine, but also eventually led to their captivity by the Egyptians. He was rejected by his brothers for potential arrogance and pride, but that rejection ironically led to their prosperity in Egypt. Joseph is a picture of persistence and faithfulness.
Childhood Years of Joseph
Family
- Eleventh Son of Joseph
- First Son of Leah
- Favored by His Father
- Had 11 brothers and 1 Sister
Events of Childhood
- Received special gift from Jacob of the Coat of Many Colors
- Was raised as a child in Hebron
Events of His Teenage Years
- Two Dreams
- Binding Sheaves of Wheat Bowed Down to Him
- 11 Stars and the Sun and Moon Bowed Down to Him
- Spoke of His Dreams to His Brothers and Father and Mother
- Rebuked by Jacob
- Was sent to check on his Brothers in the Field