We typically refer to Genesis 37-50 as the story of Joseph, but throughout this narrative of Joseph's life, Judah plays a significant role. In Genesis 49, as Jacob is dying, he calls his sons to his bedside to bless them and prophecy about God's blessing the nations through their family. A major focus of this blessing is Judah, the patriarch from which the Messiah will come, bringing endless celebration and joy through the establishment of his kingdom.