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Genesis 37 Summary

Joseph Sold into Egypt

Joseph, favored by his father Jacob, dreams of his brothers bowing to him. His brothers hatred boils over; they sell him to Ishmaelite traders for twenty pieces of silver. Joseph is taken to Egypt. Jacob is deceived by the blood-dipped coat. What his brothers intend for evil, God intends for good.

Key themes

ProvidenceJealousySufferingSovereignty

Key verses

Genesis 37:19-20

And they said one to another, Behold, this dreamer cometh.

Genesis 37:26-28

And Judah said unto his brethren, What profit is it if we slay our brother, and conceal his blood?

Genesis 37:36

And the Midianites sold him into Egypt unto Potiphar, an officer of Pharaoh's, and captain of the guard.

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