According to 1 Chronicles 5, why was the birthright taken from Reuben and given to the sons of Joseph?
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Correct answer: Because Reuben defiled his father's bed
Reuben was the firstborn, but lost his status because of his sin with Bilhah. The chronicler explains that while Judah became the strongest tribe and produced the leader, the physical birthright went to Joseph.
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