Queen Zuleikha entrusts her treasured gift to the palace chamberlain, Honifer. Soon he is given an extended excursion in and around his new residence. Thereafter, "Uzarsif" demonstrates his skill as a prodigy and continues to impress the community at large. Karimama grows suspicious of this and warns Zuleikha against becoming too affectionate to a low-born.
More political and religious intrigue finds it's way to the royal court as Joseph is promoted within the household. Jacob undertakes a new initiative in Ka'naan.
Zuleikha educates Joseph regarding the rituals and customs of Egypt. Another idol by the name of Amun, revered by the populace receives measured criticism from Joseph. The grand Pharaoh Amenhotep entertains a visit from Potiphar and his young companion and witnesses Joseph's fabled percipience fi...
Joseph continues his training with Rodomon and his rapid improvement leaves a lasting mark on the Egyptian nobles. An ailing Honifer is nursed by his colleagues. The conflict between the crown and the temple threatens to erupt. Zuleikha grows irritated at Karimama's encroaching mannerisms.