What does the Bible say about the significance of Joseph in relation to Christ?

Joseph’s life serves as a shadow of Christ's ministry, illustrating the abundant blessings and fruitfulness found in Jesus. Jacob’s blessing upon Joseph, as detailed in Genesis 49:22-26, indicates that he was a 'fruitful bough,' which not only points to Joseph's personal prosperity but symbolically reflects the ultimate fruitfulness of Christ himself. The abundance of Joseph’s family and influence in Israel mirrors how Christ, through His sacrifice, produces a multitude of spiritual offspring. Moreover, as Christ is referred to as the 'blessed man' in Psalm 1, we see that Joseph's experiences—his trials and triumphs—reflect the journey of Christ, painting a picture of redemptive love that resonates throughout Scripture.