Joseph named one of his sons Ephraim which means "God has made me fruitful in the land of affliction." This name reflects the fact that even though Joseph had faced many trials and difficulties in his life, including being sold into slavery and falsely accused, God had blessed him and caused him to prosper in spite of these hardships. The name Ephraim also symbolizes Joseph's gratitude to God for helping him overcome his difficulties and allowing him to thrive in the midst of adversity.