Lesson 9
Lesson 9: Joseph — The 24 Prophets
Best of stories (Ahsan al-Qasas), rejection to exaltation, purity, redemption through suffering
Step 1
What does the Qur'an say?
- Surah Yusuf (12:1–111)
Entire Surah dedicated to his life: childhood dream, thrown into pit, sold into slavery, resisting temptation, false imprisonment, interpreting dreams, becoming minister of Egypt, forgiving his brothers.
Key Roles
- The epitome of moral purity, wisdom, forgiveness, and divine providence overriding human malice.
Reflection Questions
- ◆How did Joseph respond when his brothers stood before him in Egypt?
Quiz 1 — Qur'anic Reading
Question 1
What did Joseph say to his brothers when revealing his identity in Surah Yusuf (12:92)?
Insight
True spiritual greatness displays gracious forgiveness rather than vengeance when granted power over former enemies.