Resumen del pasaje:
Genesis 37 is an Old-Testament passage that contains the story of Joseph and his dreams. Joseph is an important figure in the Hebrew tradition. In this passage he is the favorite of his father Jacob, and dreams that he was chosen by God to rule over many people, including his brothers. His brothers sell him into slavery and he ends up in Egypt.
Cuándo y cómo vincularlos:
Have students read this story after they finish The Lightning Thief. Students will discover that Luke has been a villain all along – ask them to discuss Luke’s betrayal. Why does Luke decide to betray Percy and the other gods? In “Joseph’s Dream,” it is Joseph’s brothers who betray him. Have students discuss the theme of betrayal in both texts. How do students think Percy feels having someone similarly close to him, like Luke, betray him?