The answer is: Simeon and Levi

Gen 34:25-26

In the intriguing story of Genesis 34, we meet Shechem, who committed a grave injustice against Dinah, Jacob's daughter. In his anger, Dinah's brothers Simeon and Levi took matters into their own hands in a brutal twist to family loyalty. Their ruthless retaliation serves as both a story of deep family bonds and a cautionary tale about revenge.

It’s interesting to note that Simeon and Levi were later blessed—if that’s what you can call it—with a distinct place in the history of Israel. Levi’s descendants, the Levites, became the priestly tribe, without a specific parcel of land as their inheritance, pointing to an interesting trade-off: they didn’t get land but received the unique role of serving God in the temple. This incident showcases how early conflicts shaped the identity and future responsibilities of these tribes.

Simeon’s destiny was quite different, as his allotted territory was in the center of Judah, and over time, he dwindled away, leaving mostly the legacy of conflict.

Digging deeper, one might reflect that their violent act came after they hoodwinked Shechem into thinking they were accepting his marriage proposal—by proposing circumcision as a condition. This adds layers of intrigue to their actions; revenge was masked in a facade of reconciliation!

This rivalry and complex family dynamics echo throughout scripture in various forms, particularly in themes of reconciliation and moral ambiguity—important lessons that extend well beyond the details of their story.