Joseph of Egypt
“Joseph of Egypt” is a Brazilian miniseries produced by Rede Record, based on the biblical story of Joseph, son of Jacob, from the book of Genesis. The miniseries first aired in 2013 and is known for its high-quality production and faithfulness to the biblical text.
The plot follows the life of Joseph, from his childhood to becoming the ruler of Egypt. Some of the main points of the story include:
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Childhood and youth: Joseph is Jacob's favorite son, which makes his brothers jealous.
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Sale as a Slave: His brothers, driven by jealousy, sell Joseph as a slave to merchants who take him to Egypt.
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Life in Egypt: Joseph faces various adversities, including being falsely accused and imprisoned, but eventually gains the Pharaoh's trust due to his ability to interpret dreams.
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Rise to Power: Joseph becomes the second most powerful man in Egypt, responsible for managing resources during a time of famine.
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Reunion with Family: Joseph reunites with his brothers and, after a period of hardship, reveals his identity and forgives his brothers, reuniting his family in Egypt.
The miniseries is praised for its acting, sets and costumes, as well as its respectful and faithful approach to the biblical narrative. If you're interested in biblical stories or historical dramas, “Joseph of Egypt” is an interesting recommendation.
Below are the best moments from the miniseries “Joseph of Egypt”, which has been posted in its entirety on our “letra sagrada” channel on Telegram.
Joseph, governor of Egypt
Joseph was called before Pharaoh and, with God's help, he interpreted the dreams. He explained that the two dreams meant the same thing: there would be seven years of great abundance in Egypt, followed by seven years of severe famine. Joseph advised Pharaoh to store a fifth of the harvest during the years of plenty so that Egypt could survive the years of famine.
Impressed by Joseph's wisdom and interpretation, Pharaoh decided to appoint him as governor of Egypt, placing him in a position of authority just below Pharaoh himself. Joseph was charged with overseeing the collection and storage of grain during the years of plenty and distributing supplies during the years of famine.
The forgiveness of Joseph
The story of Joseph forgiving his brothers is a moving account full of lessons about forgiveness, reconciliation and divine providence. The full narrative can be found in the book of Genesis, chapters 42 to 45. Here is a summary of the events:
After Joseph became governor of Egypt and implemented his plan to store grain during the years of plenty, famine spread throughout the region, including the land of Canaan, where his brothers and their father, Jacob, lived. When the famine became severe, Jacob sent his sons to Egypt to buy grain.
Joseph's brothers arrived in Egypt and, without recognizing him, bowed down to him, thus fulfilling the dream Joseph had had years before, in which his brothers bowed down to him. Joseph recognized them immediately, but didn't reveal his identity. Instead, he tested them to see if they had changed since the time they sold him into slavery.
Joseph accused his brothers of being spies and held them captive for three days. Then he released everyone except Simeon and demanded that they bring their youngest brother, Benjamin, as proof of their honesty. The brothers returned to Canaan and reported the events to Jacob, who reluctantly allowed Benjamin to go with them on their next trip to Egypt.
When the brothers returned to Egypt with Benjamin, Joseph prepared a feast for them and continued to test them. He ordered his silver cup to be hidden in Benjamin's sack of grain, and then accused the brothers of theft. When the cup was found with Benjamin, Joseph threatened to keep him as a slave, but Judah offered to take Benjamin's place, showing true repentance and a change of heart. Finally, Joseph could no longer contain his emotions and revealed his identity to his brothers.
He wept and hugged them, assuring them that he held no grudges. Joseph explained that, although his brothers had had bad intentions in selling him into slavery, God had used those circumstances for a greater good, saving many lives during the famine.
Jacob blesses Pharaoh
In the biblical narrative, Jacob, also known as Israel, blesses Pharaoh during his visit to Egypt. This event is described in the Book of Genesis, specifically in Genesis 47:7-10. When Jacob and his family come to Egypt during a time of famine, Joseph, who is already in Egypt, brings his father Jacob to meet Pharaoh.
In this encounter, Jacob blesses Pharaoh, which signifies a recognition of Pharaoh's authority and perhaps an acknowledgment of God's providence in the situation. The blessing reflects Jacob's status as a patriarch and his role in God's covenant with his descendants. The passage highlights the interaction between the chosen people of Israel and the ruling power of Egypt, emphasizing themes of blessing, authority, and the unfolding of God's plan for His people.
