Bible Hero
Joseph
- Era
- 1st-century BCE Roman Judea (~5 BCE)
- First appears in
- First appears in Luke 2:1-20
- Appearances
- In 4 storybooks
Who is Joseph?
A slim, tall young man with short curled dark hair, kohl-rimmed eyes, and clean-shaven face. Wears an ankle-length pleated linen robe with a gold-embroidered shoulder band in vizier scenes; a plain kalasiris kilt in steward scenes. Later, a striped nemes headcloth and gold pectoral. Sandals complete his look.
Featured in 4 Bible Heroes storybooks, first appearing in Luke 2:1-20.
Where Joseph appears
Every Bible Heroes storybook featuring Joseph, with the role they play and the pages they show up on.
Joseph's Coat and Dreams
Genesis 37:1-36Jacob's seventeen-year-old favored son, whose dreams stir his brothers' envy. Sent to find them, Joseph is thrown into a pit and sold into slavery, yet remains alive.
Pages 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11, 13, 17
Joseph in Egypt
Genesis 39:1-41:57Jacob's son is sold into Egypt, where he serves faithfully in Potiphar's house and prison. God gives Joseph wisdom to interpret Pharaoh's dreams and prepare Egypt for famine.
Pages 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11, 13
The Brightest Morning
Mark 15:1-16:8Joseph asks Pilate for Jesus’ body and lovingly lays it in a new rock-cut tomb. His kindness provides the tomb that will soon stand open.
Joseph’s Reunion
Genesis 42:1-45:28Jacob’s son, sold into Egypt by his brothers long ago, now serves as Egypt’s powerful governor. He tests his brothers, reveals himself, and forgives them.
Pages 1, 3, 5, 9, 11, 15