Joseph’s Family

Joseph's family troubles begin long before his birth. Joseph is Jacob's eleventh son but the firstborn of Jacob's most-loved wife, Rachel. Jacob doesn't hide his favoritism and affection for Joseph. When Joseph receives the ornate coat, his ten older brothers, from three other women, hate him even more. The coat looks managerial, making them wonder if Jacob is putting Joseph in charge of them. Joseph's dreams about his family bowing down to him intensify their hatred. They can't say anything nice to him. It's hard to imagine any good coming from their dysfunction and jealousy...