Genesis 37: Joseph - Betrayed by His Own

[For some extra background, you might like to read Genesis 29:14b-30:24]

Discussion Questions for Genesis 37:1-36

  1. Gen 37:1-4 What kind of relationship did Joseph have with his brothers?

  2. Gen 37:5-11 What does Joseph dream, and what is the result?

  3. Gen 37:12-24 What happened when Joseph went looking for his brothers, having been sent by his father?

  4. Gen 37:25-36 What ended up happening to Joseph? Why do you think the brothers didn't kill him?

What do you think about the attitude of Joseph's brother's towards him? Do you think people still have those kinds of attitudes today? How would you feel if you were Joseph?


Pointing to Jesus Christ!