Joseph (son of Jacob)
c. 1745–1635 BC — Canaan/Egypt
Era: Ancient
Brilliance: 8/10 | Stewardship: 9/10 | Composite Index: 72
From the pit to the palace — and he forgave them all.
"You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good."
Biography
Sold into slavery by brothers at 17. Falsely accused, imprisoned, forgotten. Rose to be Egypt's prime minister. Grain storage program saved civilizations during famine. Forgave brothers who betrayed him.
Key Facts
- Sold into slavery at 17
- Rose from prison to prime minister
- Grain program saved civilizations
- Forgave his betrayers
- Most complete character arc in ancient literature
They sold him as a slave. He saved them from starvation.
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