Crucial to understanding the events of Shemot is understanding what is transpiring at the end of the book of Bereisheet to transform the situation from one of Bnei Yisrale living in comfort to living in slavery. This fascinating shiur examines the dialogues between Pharaoh and Yosef in Parashat Vayechi and reveals a deteriorating relationship between Yosef and Pharaoh at the end of the Book of Bereisheet that involves difficult choices on the part of Yosef and disappointment for Pharaoh. Yosef and his family sought to protect and ensure the continuity of the unique identity of the family - and then nation - of Israel.