joseph (Meaning)
joseph (n)
leader of the Nez Perce in their retreat from United States troops (1840-1904)
(Old Testament) the 11th son of Jacob and one of the 12 patriarchs of Israel; Jacob gave Joseph a coat of many colors, which made his brothers jealous and they sold him into slavery in Egypt
(New Testament) husband of Mary and (in Christian belief) the foster father of Jesus
joseph (n.)
An outer garment worn in the 18th century; esp., a woman's riding habit, buttoned down the front.
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joseph Sentence Examples
- Joseph, the son of Jacob, was one of the twelve patriarchs of Israel.
- Joseph was sold into slavery by his brothers, who envied him for his father's favor.
- Joseph was taken to Egypt, where he eventually became second in command to Pharaoh.
- Joseph's brothers came to Egypt to buy food during a famine, and they did not recognize him.
- Joseph revealed himself to his brothers and forgave them for selling him into slavery.
- Joseph's family moved to Egypt, and they lived there for many years.
- Joseph died in Egypt at the age of 110, and he was buried in Shechem.
- Joseph is mentioned in the Quran, where he is known as Yusuf.
- Joseph's story is often told as a parable about forgiveness and reconciliation.
- Joseph is a popular figure in art and literature, and his story has been adapted into many films and television shows.
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Joseph, the son of Jacob, was one of the twelve patriarchs of Israel.
Joseph was sold into slavery by his brothers, who envied him for his father's favor.
Joseph was taken to Egypt, where he eventually became second in command to Pharaoh.
Joseph's brothers came to Egypt to buy food during a famine, and they did not recognize him.
