Quran in English - Chapter 12 – Joseph (Yusuf)

Surah Yusuf (Joseph) (chapter 12) is one of the surahs found in the Quran. It consists of 111 verses. Surah Yusuf tells the story of Prophet Joseph (peace be upon him) who is one of the most famous prophets in the history of Islam. The story of Prophet Joseph (peace be upon him) begins with his introduction as a son who was very dear to his father, Prophet Jacob (peace be upon him). However, the jealousy and envy of Joseph's brothers caused them to plot a way to separate him from their family. They dropped Joseph into a well and told their father that he had been eaten by wild animals. However, God did not overlook the fate of Prophet Joseph (peace be upon him). He was rescued from the well by a group of merchants and sold to the Pharaoh in Egypt as a servant. Here, Prophet Joseph (peace be upon him) showed his intelligence and wisdom and was given high responsibilities in Pharaoh's kingdom. However, when persecuted by Pharaoh's wife who was in love with him, Prophet Joseph (peace be upon him) upheld the principle of chastity and loyalty to God. As a result, he was imprisoned but later released after demonstrating his talent in dream interpretation. Finally, when famine struck the land of Egypt and its surroundings, Prophet Joseph's (peace be upon him) brothers came begging for food aid. Prophet Joseph (peace be upon him) compassionately forgave them and reunited their families. Surah Yusuf provides valuable teachings on patience, justice, wisdom, and piety to God.