Named person · Old Testament
Meet Judah son of Jacob.
Taking responsibility for a brother.
Who was Judah son of Jacob?
Judah was one of Jacob and Leah's sons. His story includes harmful choices as well as later willingness to take responsibility. He is also an ancestor whose name is connected with a tribe and kingdom.
When Benjamin faced being kept in Egypt, Judah offered to stay instead. The scene contrasts with the brothers' earlier treatment of Joseph and shows a changed response to a family crisis.
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What would show that someone is taking responsibility rather than only making promises?
What can we learn?
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