OverviewA prophet whose story moves from family betrayal to responsibility in Egypt.CategoryProphetPeriodDates not established
A memorable storyHis brothers left him in a well. After years of hardship, including prison, he gained responsibility in Egypt and later forgave them.Source: Qur’an 12:15 · Qur’an 12:54-55 · Qur’an 12:92
His workHe explained the ruler’s dream as a warning of years of plenty followed by famine. He advised storing food so people could survive the hard years.Source: Qur’an 12:43-49
SourcesOriginal summaries of the cited sources. Qur’anic accounts, later traditions and historical estimates are distinguished; brief profiles do not settle scholarly disagreements.Qur’an 12:4-101Qur’an 12:15Qur’an 12:54-55Qur’an 12:92Qur’an 12:43-49
