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Joseph Forgives His Brothers for Kids: Bible Story & Printables

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Joseph could not refrain himself, so he sent every man out and made himself known unto his brethren, and he wept aloud. He said, "I am Joseph your brother, whom ye sold into Egypt. Now therefore be not grieved, nor angry with yourselves, that ye sold me hither: for God did send me before you to preserve life." He told them to haste and bring his father down to dwell in the land of Goshen, near him, for there were yet five years of famine. Then he fell upon his brother Benjamin's neck and wept, and he kissed all his brethren, and after that his brethren talked with him.

Read it: Genesis 45:1–15

Memory verseGenesis 45:5

Big ideasForgive others · God works for good · Love your family

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Frequently asked questions

Where is the story of Joseph Forgives His Brothers in the Bible?

You can read it in Genesis 45:1–15.

What is the story of Joseph Forgives His Brothers about?

Joseph could not refrain himself, so he sent every man out and made himself known unto his brethren, and he wept aloud. He said, "I am Joseph your brother, whom ye sold into Egypt. Now therefore be not grieved, nor angry with yourselves, that ye sold me hither: for God did send me before you to preserve life." He told them to haste and bring his father down to dwell in the land of Goshen, near him, for there were yet five years of famine. Then he fell upon his brother Benjamin's neck and wept, and he kissed all his brethren, and after that his brethren talked with him.

What can kids learn from Joseph Forgives His Brothers?

Big ideas to teach: Forgive others, God works for good, Love your family.