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Yusuf’s Magical Dream

In a land of rolling hills and golden fields called Canaan, a young boy named Yusuf lived with his big family. Yusuf was special, with a heart full of kindness and eyes that sparkled with curiosity. His father, Yaqub, loved him dearly, wrapping him in warm hugs and teaching him about faith. One starry night, as Yusuf slept under a blanket of twinkling skies, he had an amazing dream. In it, eleven bright stars, a glowing sun, and a silvery moon all bowed down to him, like they were honoring a prince. The dream felt so real that Yusuf’s heart danced with wonder. When he woke, he hurried to his father, his bare feet pattering on the cool earth. Yaqub’s eyes widened at the story, for he knew this dream was a message from God, a sign that Yusuf would one day shine brightly, perhaps as a leader or even a prophet. But Yaqub also knew that Yusuf’s eleven older brothers might feel jealous, their hearts clouded by envy, so he gently told Yusuf to keep the dream a secret, like a treasure locked in his heart.

Surah Yusuf: 12, Verses 4-5
[Yusuf] said, "O my father, indeed I have seen [in a dream] eleven stars and the sun and the moon; I saw them prostrating to me." He said, "O my son, do not relate your vision to your brothers or they will contrive against you a plan. Indeed Satan, to man, is a manifest enemy."

The Brothers’ Jealous Hearts

Yusuf’s eleven older brothers were strong and tall, like sturdy trees in a forest, but their hearts felt heavy with jealousy. They saw how their father, Yaqub, smiled at Yusuf and his younger brother Benjamin, giving them extra love and attention. The brothers’ faces grew stormy, their whispers sharp like desert winds, as they felt left out in their father’s shadow. They believed Yusuf’s goodness and Yaqub’s affection for him stole their place in the family. One hot afternoon, under the shade of a wide acacia tree, the brothers huddled together, their minds spinning with a plan. Some wanted to do something terrible to Yusuf, to make him disappear forever, so their father’s eyes would turn back to them. But one brother, kinder than the rest, shook his head, suggesting a gentler idea. Instead of harming Yusuf, they could leave him in a deep, dark well in the desert, where travelers might find him. That way, Yusuf would be gone, but his life would be spared. Their plan was sneaky, born from jealousy, but they hoped it would bring them peace.

Surah Yusuf: 12, Verses 8-10
When they said, "Joseph and his brother are more beloved to our father than we, while we are a clan. Indeed, our father is in clear error. Kill Joseph or cast him out to some [other] land so that your father's face [i.e., attention] will be clear for you, and you can be after that a righteous people." Said a speaker among them, "Do not kill Joseph but throw him into the bottom of the well; some travelers will pick him up—if you must do [something]."

The Well in the Desert

One sunny morning, the brothers approached Yaqub with cheerful faces, hiding their secret plan. They asked to take Yusuf to play in the fields, promising to keep him safe. Yaqub hesitated, his heart uneasy, but he trusted his sons and let Yusuf go, his small hand waving goodbye. The brothers led Yusuf far from home, across sandy hills where lizards scurried and the sun blazed high. They stopped at a lonely well, its mouth dark and deep, hidden in the vast desert. With heavy hearts, they lowered Yusuf into the well, his small figure disappearing into the shadows. To hide their deed, they took Yusuf’s favorite shirt, a gift from Yaqub woven with bright colors, and smeared it with animal blood. As the sun set, they returned home, their faces painted with fake tears, holding the stained shirt. They told Yaqub a wolf had attacked Yusuf, leaving nothing behind. Yaqub’s heart broke, tears streaming down his face like rivers, but deep inside, he felt the story wasn’t true. He held the shirt close, praying to God, trusting that Yusuf was still safe somewhere.

Surah Yusuf: 12, Verses 11-18
They said, "O our father, why do you not entrust us with Joseph, while we are to him sincere counselors? Send him with us tomorrow that he may eat well and play. And indeed, we will be his guardians." ... And they brought upon his shirt false blood. [Jacob] said, "Rather, your souls have enticed you to something, so patience is most fitting. And Allah is the one sought for help against that which you describe."

A New Life in Egypt

Alone in the dark well, Yusuf sat quietly, his heart brave despite the cold stone around him. Days passed, and a caravan of travelers, their camels trudging through the desert, stopped at the well to draw water. To their surprise, they found a boy inside, his face bright even in the gloom. They pulled Yusuf out, amazed by his calm spirit, but instead of caring for him, they saw a chance to make money. They took him to Egypt, a bustling land of grand markets and towering palaces, where they sold him as a slave for just a few silver coins. Yusuf was bought by a kind but powerful man, known as Al-Aziz, a high official in Egypt. Al-Aziz lived in a splendid house with colorful gardens and flowing fountains. He welcomed Yusuf, treating him like a son, teaching him and marveling at his cleverness. Yusuf grew up strong and wise, his heart always full of faith, believing God was watching over him in this strange new land.

Surah Yusuf: 12, Verses 19-21
And there came a company of travelers; then they sent their water drawer, and he let down his bucket. He said, "Good news! Here is a boy." And they concealed him, [taking him] as merchandise; and Allah was knowing of what they did. And they sold him for a reduced price—a few dirhams—and they were, concerning him, of those content with little. And the one from Egypt who bought him said to his wife, "Make his residence comfortable. Perhaps he will benefit us, or we will adopt him as a son." And thus, We established Joseph in the land that We might teach him the interpretation of events.

The Test of Temptation

As Yusuf grew into a young man, he became known for his kindness and striking beauty, his face glowing like the morning sun. In Al-Aziz’s grand house, everyone admired him, but one person, Al-Aziz’s wife, felt a wrong kind of admiration. She wanted Yusuf to forget his faith and do something dishonest. One day, in a quiet room filled with soft cushions and golden light, she tried to pull him into her plan. But Yusuf’s heart was strong, like a sturdy ship sailing through a storm. He remembered God’s teachings and refused to betray Al-Aziz or his own goodness. He turned to leave, his footsteps quick, but the woman grabbed his shirt, tearing it from behind. At that moment, Al-Aziz entered, his eyes wide with shock. The torn shirt told the truth—Yusuf had tried to escape, not cause trouble. Though Al-Aziz believed Yusuf, the whispers of scandal spread, and to quiet them, Yusuf was sent to prison, his head held high, trusting God’s plan.

Surah Yusuf: 12, Verses 23-25
And she, in whose house he was, sought to seduce him. She closed the doors and said, "Come, you." He said, "[I seek] the refuge of Allah. Indeed, he is my master, who has made good my residence. Indeed, wrongdoers will not succeed." And she certainly determined [to seduce] him, and he would have inclined to her had he not seen the proof of his Lord. And thus [it was] that We should avert from him evil and immorality. Indeed, he was of Our chosen servants. And they both raced to the door, and she tore his shirt from the back, and they found her husband at the door.

Yusuf in the Dark Prison

The prison was a cold, shadowy place, with thick stone walls and flickering torches. Yet Yusuf’s spirit remained bright, like a star in the night sky. He was kind to everyone, even in such a gloomy place, and his wisdom shone through. Two other prisoners, locked up with him, had strange dreams that puzzled them. One dreamed of pressing grapes into wine, the other of birds eating bread from his head. Yusuf, gifted by God with the ability to understand dreams, explained their meanings. The first man’s dream meant he would soon be free, serving the king again, while the second’s dream meant a sad end. Both predictions came true, just as Yusuf said. He asked the freed man to tell the king about him, hoping for freedom, but the man forgot, lost in his own joy. Yusuf stayed in prison for years, his heart patient, praying quietly as he trusted God to guide him out of the darkness.

Surah Yusuf: 12, Verses 36-42
And there entered the prison with him two young men. One of them said, "Indeed, I have seen myself [in a dream] pressing wine." The other said, "Indeed, I have seen myself carrying upon my head [some] bread, from which the birds were eating. Inform us of its interpretation; indeed, we see you to be of those who do good." ... And he said to the one whom he knew would go free, "Mention me to your master." But Satan made him forget the mention [to his master], and Joseph remained in prison several years.

The King’s Mysterious Dream

In Egypt’s grand palace, the king woke one morning, troubled by a strange dream. He saw seven fat cows eaten by seven thin ones, and seven green ears of corn swallowed by seven dry ones. The dream haunted him, but none of his advisors, with their long robes and puzzled faces, could explain it. Far away in the prison, the man who had been freed remembered Yusuf’s gift. He hurried to tell the king about the wise young man who could unravel dreams. The king sent for Yusuf, and the prison gates opened at last. Standing before the throne, Yusuf looked calm and confident. He explained that the dream foretold seven years of plenty, when crops would grow tall and full, followed by seven years of famine, when fields would turn dry and bare. He advised the king to store extra grain during the good years to save Egypt from hunger. The king, amazed by Yusuf’s wisdom, freed him and made him a trusted leader, giving him a grand robe and a place of honor to manage Egypt’s food stores.

Surah Yusuf: 12, Verses 43-50
And the king said, "Indeed, I have seen [in a dream] seven fat cows being eaten by seven [that were] lean, and seven green spikes [of grain] and others [that were] dry. O eminent ones, explain to me my vision, if you should interpret visions." ... And [Joseph] said, "You will plant for seven years consecutively; and what you harvest leave in its spikes, except a little from which you will eat. Then will come after that seven difficult [years] which will consume what you saved for them, except a little from which you will store."

A Joyful Reunion

When the famine came, Egypt was ready, thanks to Yusuf’s clever planning. People from far and wide came to buy grain, their camels trudging through dusty trails. Among them were Yusuf’s brothers, weary and hungry, not knowing their long-lost brother was now a great leader. Yusuf recognized them instantly, their faces older but familiar, yet he kept his identity hidden. He gave them grain but tested their hearts, asking them to bring their younger brother, Benjamin, on their next visit. When they returned with Benjamin, Yusuf’s heart warmed, seeing his beloved brother. He planned a clever trick, hiding a golden cup in Benjamin’s bag to keep him in Egypt. When the brothers found the cup, they were stunned, their faces pale with worry. Finally, Yusuf revealed who he was, his eyes shining with love. The brothers’ hearts sank, remembering their old mistake, but Yusuf’s kindness wrapped them like a warm blanket. He forgave them, sending them to bring their whole family to Egypt, where they could live safely.

Surah Yusuf: 12, Verses 58-69
And the brothers of Joseph came [seeking food], and they entered upon him; and he recognized them, but he was to them unknown. ... And when he had furnished them with their supplies, he put the [king’s] drinking cup into the bag of his brother. Then an announcer called out, "O caravan, indeed you are thieves." ... He said, "I am Joseph, and this is my brother. Allah has certainly favored us. Indeed, he who fears Allah and is patient, then indeed, Allah does not allow to be lost the reward of those who do good."

A Family Together Again

The brothers returned to Canaan, their hearts racing to tell Yaqub the incredible news. Yaqub, now old, his eyes dim from years of tears, felt hope bloom in his chest. He traveled with his family to Egypt, the journey long but filled with dreams of seeing Yusuf again. When they arrived, Yusuf stood tall in his grand robes, his face glowing with joy. The family bowed in respect, just like the stars, sun, and moon in Yusuf’s childhood dream, now come true. Yusuf lifted his parents to a place of honor, his arms wrapping them in a tight embrace. The palace echoed with laughter and tears as the family reunited, their hearts woven together by love and forgiveness. Yusuf thanked God for turning his hardships into blessings, his life a shining example of patience and trust in God’s beautiful plan.

Surah Yusuf: 12, Verses 99-100
And when they entered upon Joseph, he took his parents to himself and said, "Enter Egypt, Allah willing, safe and secure." And he raised his parents upon the throne, and they bowed to him in prostration. And he said, "O my father, this is the explanation of my vision of before. My Lord has made it reality. And He was certainly good to me when He took me out of prison and brought you [here] from bedouin life after Satan had induced [estrangement] between me and my brothers."

Yusuf’s Happy Ending

Yusuf lived a long life in Egypt, his days filled with wisdom and kindness. As a leader, he cared for the people, making sure no one went hungry, his heart always guided by faith. He never forgot the lessons of his journey—from a boy in a well to a trusted governor. His story became a treasure, shared by families around glowing fires, teaching children to be patient, forgive others, and trust in God’s plan, even when life feels hard. Yusuf’s life was like a bright star, guiding others to goodness, his name forever honored in the hearts of those who heard his tale.

Surah Yusuf: 12, Verse 101
My Lord, You have given me [something] of sovereignty and taught me of the interpretation of dreams. Creator of the heavens and earth, You are my protector in this world and in the Hereafter. Cause me to die a Muslim and join me with the righteous.

Joseph’s Coat of Many Colors

In the sunny land of Canaan, where green hills bloomed with wildflowers and sheep grazed under wide skies, a boy named Joseph lived with his big family. Joseph was the son of Jacob, a wise man who loved God, and he had eleven brothers who worked hard tending their father’s flocks. Joseph was special, with a heart full of dreams and a smile that warmed everyone around him. Jacob loved Joseph more than his other sons, perhaps because he was born when Jacob was older. To show his love, Jacob wove a magnificent coat for Joseph, sparkling with every color of the rainbow—reds, blues, yellows, and greens, shimmering like a meadow in spring. When Joseph wore this coat, he looked like a prince, and his brothers’ eyes narrowed with jealousy, their hearts growing heavy like stones. The coat became a sign of Jacob’s favor, but it also stirred trouble, setting Joseph on a path of great adventure.

Genesis: 37, Verses 3-4
Now Israel loved Joseph more than all his children, because he was the son of his old age: and he made him a coat of many colours. And when his brethren saw that their father loved him more than all his brethren, they hated him, and could not speak peaceably unto him.

The Dreamer’s Visions

Joseph was a dreamer, his mind filled with pictures as vivid as the stars above Canaan’s hills. One night, as he slept under a blanket of twinkling lights, he dreamed that he and his brothers were binding sheaves of wheat in a golden field. Suddenly, Joseph’s sheaf stood tall, and his brothers’ sheaves bowed down to it, like subjects before a king. Another night, he dreamed of the sun, moon, and eleven stars bowing to him, their light shining on his face. These dreams felt magical, like messages from God, but when Joseph shared them, his brothers’ faces grew dark with envy. They felt small compared to their younger brother, whose dreams hinted he might one day rise above them all. Even Jacob wondered about the dreams, his heart torn between pride and worry. The dreams, like the colorful coat, made Joseph’s brothers’ jealousy burn brighter, pushing them toward a plan that would change his life forever.

Genesis: 37, Verses 5-7
And Joseph dreamed a dream, and he told it his brethren: and they hated him yet the more. ... For, behold, we were binding sheaves in the field, and, lo, my sheaf arose, and also stood upright; and, behold, your sheaves stood round about, and made obeisance to my sheaf.

The Brothers’ Betrayal

One hot day, as the sun blazed over Canaan’s dusty plains, Joseph’s brothers were far away, tending their sheep in a place called Dothan. Jacob sent Joseph, wrapped in his dazzling coat, to check on them. As Joseph approached, his coat gleaming like a jewel in the distance, his brothers spotted him. Their hearts twisted with bitterness, and they whispered a cruel plan under the shade of a scrubby tree. They decided to get rid of Joseph, tired of his dreams and his father’s favor. Some wanted to leave him in a deep pit to perish, but Reuben, one of the kinder brothers, urged them to spare his life. They stripped Joseph of his beautiful coat and threw him into a dry, dark pit, its walls rough and cold. Later, when a caravan of traders passed by, their camels plodding through the sand, the brothers sold Joseph as a slave for twenty pieces of silver. To hide their deed, they tore the coat and dipped it in goat’s blood, then brought it to Jacob. Jacob’s heart shattered, believing a wild animal had taken his beloved son, and he wept, clutching the bloodied coat.

Genesis: 37, Verses 23-28
And it came to pass, when Joseph was come unto his brethren, that they stript Joseph out of his coat, his coat of many colours that was on him; And they took him, and cast him into a pit: and the pit was empty, there was no water in it. ... Then there passed by Midianites merchantmen; and they drew and lifted up Joseph out of the pit, and sold Joseph to the Ishmeelites for twenty pieces of silver: and they brought Joseph into Egypt.

Joseph in Egypt

Far from home, Joseph arrived in Egypt, a land of towering pyramids and bustling markets, where the Nile River sparkled under the sun. He was sold to Potiphar, a wealthy and powerful captain in the Pharaoh’s guard. Potiphar’s house was grand, with cool stone halls and gardens bursting with flowers. Joseph worked hard, his hands steady and his heart faithful to God. His kindness and wisdom shone like a lantern, and soon Potiphar trusted him with everything in his household. God blessed Joseph’s efforts, making the house prosper, and Potiphar saw that Joseph was special. But trouble loomed when Potiphar’s wife, her eyes fixed on Joseph’s handsome face, tried to lead him into wrongdoing. Joseph, strong in his faith, refused to betray Potiphar or God. Angered, she grabbed his cloak as he fled, then used it to falsely accuse him. Potiphar, believing his wife, sent Joseph to a dark prison, where chains clinked and shadows danced. Yet even there, Joseph’s spirit stayed bright, trusting God to guide him through the darkness.

Genesis: 39, Verses 2-7
And the Lord was with Joseph, and he was a prosperous man; and he was in the house of his master the Egyptian. And his master saw that the Lord was with him, and that the Lord made all that he did to prosper in his hand. ... And it came to pass after these things, that his master’s wife cast her eyes upon Joseph; and she said, Lie with me.

Joseph in Prison

The prison was a grim place, with damp stone walls and flickering torchlight, but Joseph’s heart remained warm and hopeful. God stayed with him, giving him favor with the prison keeper, who put Joseph in charge of other prisoners. Two men, the Pharaoh’s butler and baker, were locked up with him, their faces clouded with worry. Each had a strange dream one night. The butler dreamed of a vine with three branches, producing grapes he squeezed into Pharaoh’s cup. The baker dreamed of three baskets on his head, with birds eating the bread inside. Joseph, gifted by God to understand dreams, explained their meanings. The butler’s dream meant he would be freed in three days, serving Pharaoh again, while the baker’s dream meant a sad end. Everything happened as Joseph said. He asked the butler to remember him and tell Pharaoh, hoping for freedom, but the butler forgot, leaving Joseph in the prison’s shadows for two more years, his faith still strong like a sturdy tree in a storm.

Genesis: 40, Verses 5-8
And they dreamed a dream both of them, each man his dream in one night, each man according to the interpretation of his dream, the butler and the baker of the king of Egypt, which were bound in the prison. ... And Joseph said unto them, Do not interpretations belong to God? tell me them, I pray you.

The Pharaoh’s Dream

One night, Pharaoh, the mighty ruler of Egypt, woke in his golden palace, troubled by mysterious dreams. He saw seven fat cows standing by the Nile, devoured by seven thin, sickly cows, and seven plump ears of corn swallowed by seven dry, withered ones. The dreams puzzled him, and none of his wise men, with their long robes and furrowed brows, could explain them. Then the butler remembered Joseph, the young man in prison who understood dreams. Pharaoh sent for Joseph, and the prison gates swung open. Joseph stood before the throne, his face calm and his eyes bright with wisdom. He explained that the dreams were God’s warning: seven years of plenty, with fields overflowing, would be followed by seven years of famine, when hunger would grip the land. Joseph advised storing grain during the good years to prepare. Pharaoh, amazed by Joseph’s wisdom, made him a ruler over Egypt, second only to himself, dressing him in fine linen and a gold chain, like a prince rising from the dust.

Genesis: 41, Verses 25-30
And Joseph said unto Pharaoh, The dream of Pharaoh is one: God hath shewed Pharaoh what he is about to do. The seven good kine are seven years; and the seven good ears are seven years: the dream is one. And the seven thin and ill favoured kine that came up after them are seven years; and the seven empty ears blasted with the east wind shall be seven years of famine.

Joseph Meets His Brothers Again

When the famine came, Egypt’s storehouses were full, thanks to Joseph’s wise planning. People from distant lands traveled to buy grain, their footsteps heavy with hunger. Among them were Joseph’s brothers, their faces lined with worry, not knowing their brother was now a great leader. Joseph, now a man in splendid robes, recognized them at once, his heart stirring with memories. He kept his identity hidden, testing their hearts to see if they had changed. He spoke sternly, asking about their family, and told them to bring their youngest brother, Benjamin, next time. When they returned with Benjamin, Joseph’s heart leaped, seeing his beloved brother. He planned a clever test, hiding a silver cup in Benjamin’s sack to see how the brothers would act. When the cup was found, the brothers’ faces paled, fearing they would lose Benjamin. Joseph, his heart full of love, could hide no longer. He revealed who he was, tears shining in his eyes, and forgave his brothers, wrapping them in kindness like a warm cloak.

Genesis: 45, Verses 1-4
Then Joseph could not refrain himself before all them that stood by him; ... And he wept aloud: ... And Joseph said unto his brethren, I am Joseph; doth my father yet live? And his brethren could not answer him; for they were troubled at his presence.

A Family Reunited

Joseph sent his brothers back to Canaan with wagons full of gifts, their hearts light with hope. They told Jacob the astonishing news: Joseph was alive, a ruler in Egypt! Jacob’s old heart, worn from years of grief, bloomed with joy, like a desert flower after rain. He journeyed to Egypt with his whole family, their caravan winding through sandy hills. When they arrived, Joseph rushed to meet them, his fine robes fluttering as he embraced Jacob, tears falling like a gentle stream. The family settled in Egypt, in a fertile land called Goshen, where green pastures stretched wide. Jacob and his sons bowed to Joseph, just like the sheaves and stars in his childhood dreams, now come true. Joseph cared for them, his heart full of love, thanking God for turning his hardships into a beautiful reunion, like a rainbow after a storm.

Genesis: 46, Verses 29-30
And Joseph made ready his chariot, and went up to meet Israel his father, to Goshen, and presented himself unto him; and he fell on his neck, and wept on his neck a good while. And Israel said unto Joseph, Now let me die, since I have seen thy face, because thou art yet alive.

Joseph’s Happy Ending

Joseph lived a long, blessed life in Egypt, his days filled with wisdom and care for others. As a ruler, he made sure no one went hungry, his storehouses open to all. His family grew strong in Goshen, their laughter echoing like music. Joseph never forgot his journey—from a boy in a pit to a leader in a palace—knowing God had guided every step. His story became a treasure, told by families under starry skies, teaching children to trust God, forgive others, and hold fast to hope, even when life feels dark. Joseph’s life was like a bright lamp, shining with faith, showing that God can weave even the hardest moments into a beautiful tapestry of love and goodness.

Genesis: 50, Verses 20-21
But as for you, ye thought evil against me; but God meant it unto good, to bring to pass, as it is this day, to save much people alive. Now therefore fear ye not: I will nourish you, and your little ones. And he comforted them, and spake kindly unto them.