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The fact that both brothers were given leadership responsibilities led to a constant state of friction between Judah and Joseph and their descendants. This friction led to the eventual division of Israel.
The long isolation and separation of the tribes has resulted in a complete disassociation between the tribes of Israel, a breach that must be repaired. The gathering of Israel—all of its tribal members—is essential, and Judah and Joseph must join together for that process to be successful.
The hope of Israel is in the Jewish Messiah, Yeshua, or Jesus Christ. The hope for Israel is that the individual tribes come to themselves, remember their heritage, and unite once again as a covenant family. In that work, Judah and Joseph must heal the breach and lead the way.