Central protagonist favored by his father Jacob, who gives him a colorful coat. Sold into slavery by jealous brothers, he rises in Potiphar's house, is falsely imprisoned by Mrs. Potiphar, interprets dreams in prison, and becomes Pharaoh's Vizier by predicting a famine. He eventually tests his brothers, reveals his identity, and reunites with his family.
Joseph provides crucial prophetic insight that solves the Pharaoh's personal crisis.
Joseph is bought as property and serves under Potiphar's direct ownership.
Jacob is Joseph's biological father and shows clear favoritism through material gifts.