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How is Joseph -one of Jacobs twelve sons- like Jesus?

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Well, he was the most loved by his father. He was betrayed by his brethren. He was the most worthy of his brethren. After they betrayed him, he forgave them and saves them. I'm sure there are many more parallels.

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