Meaning
Joseph is a Hebrew proper name meaning “he will add” or “may he add.”
Biblical Usage
In Scripture, Joseph was the son of Jacob and Rachel and the brother of Benjamin.
He was sold by his brothers into Egypt and later became ruler over the land under Pharaoh.
Joseph was the father of Ephraim and Manasseh.
Joseph is mentioned throughout the Old Testament and is also mentioned in the New Testament.
Key References
- Genesis 30:22-24
- Genesis 37
- Genesis 39
- Genesis 40
- Genesis 41
- Genesis 42-47
- Genesis 48:1-22
- Genesis 50:22-26
- Exodus 1:5-6
- Joshua 24:32
- Matthew 1:16-20
- Luke 3:23-30
- Hebrews 11:21-22
Related Terms
- Jacob
- Rachel
- Benjamin
- Ephraim
- Manasseh