This is a scene from the book of Genesis 37 of the Bible. Jacob was the father of 12 sons, including Joseph, who was his favourite. Joseph had a special gift for interpreting dreams. His brothers were jealous of him and decided to sell him as a slave to a group of traders. They took off his colourful cloak and dipped it in the blood of a goat. They brought the cloak to Jacob and told him that Joseph had been mauled by a wild animal. Jacob was deeply saddened and mourned his son for many days.
To what extent can the actions of Joseph's brothers be justified, even if they were jealous?
What emotional impact did the loss of Joseph have on Jacob?
Is it justified to condemn or punish someone just because of jealousy or envy?
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