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 Joseph Joseph /ˈdʒoʊzəf/

noun

  1. (New Testament) husband of Mary and (in Christian belief) the foster father of Jesus  ( Joseph )
    (New Testament) husband of Mary and (in Christian belief) the foster father of Jesus
  2. (Old Testament) the 11th son of Jacob and one of the 12 patriarchs of Israel; Jacob gave Joseph a coat of many colors, which made his brothers jealous and they sold him into slavery in Egypt  ( Joseph )
    (Old Testament) the 11th son of Jacob and one of the 12 patriarchs of Israel; Jacob gave Joseph a coat of many colors, which made his brothers jealous and they sold him into slavery in Egypt
     Joseph's journey from a slave to vizier in Egypt showcases resilience and faith.
    Joseph's journey from a slave to vizier in Egypt showcases resilience and faith.
  3. Leader of the Nez Perce in their retreat from United States troops (1840-1904)  ( Chief Joseph , Joseph )
    leader of the Nez Perce in their retreat from United States troops (1840-1904)