Joseph’s dreams
What did Joesph dream about that made his brothers angry?
His brothers and parents bowing down to him.
Who was the first person to buy Joesph when he was sold into slavery?
Potiphar.
How did Joseph’s brother dreamt when they first came to Egypt for food?
They didn’t recognize Joesph.
Where did Jacob and his family settle when they moved to Egypt?
Goshen
what did Josephs brothers do when the famine struck?
They went to Egypt to buy grain.
What were the two things that Jacob dreamed about?
Seven fat cows and seven skinny cows, and seven healthy heads of grain and seven withered heads of grain
What did Joseph do after interpreting Pharaoh’s dreams?
Pharaoh made him second-in-command in Egypt.
How did Joesph test his brothers sincerity when they returned to Egypt with Benjamin?
He framed Benjamin for stealing a silver cup.
How many people were in Jacob’s family when they moved to Egypt?
70
How many years of plenty did Joseph predict?
Seven
What did Joseph’s father, Jacob, think about his dreams?
Jacob rebuked him but kept the dream’s in mind.
What was Joesph’s role during famine in Egypt?
He oversaw the collection and distribution of grain.
what did Judah offer to do in place of Benjamin?
he offered to stay as a slave instead of Benjamin
Who did Joseph bless before he died, giving them a special inheritance?
His sons.
What did Joseph do to help his family during the famine?
He invited them to live in Egypt and provided for them
Why did Joseph’s brothers want to kill him after hearing his dreams?
they were jealous of him and his dreams of ruling over them.
What did Pharaoh give Joseph after he interpreted his dream?
A ring, fine linen, and a chariot
How did Joseph reveal his identity to his brothers?
He wept and told them he was Joseph, and forgave them.
what did Joseph do when Jacob died?
he had Jacob embalmed and buried in Canaan
What was Joseph’s key message to his brothers when they feared retribution after Jacob’s death?
He forgave them and reminded them that God used their actions for good