Joseph, the main character in Gen 37-50, is viewed by Christians as a forerunner of Jesus. In particular, Joseph's undeserved imprisonment and subsequent rise to power are believed to prefigure the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus.
The connection between Joseph and Jesus is not mentioned explicitly in the New Testament, but it is implied by a number of verbal allusions. An article at the Grace & Knowledge website discusses these allusions.
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