#208 | Joshua ch.19. - Shimon. A Cursed Tribe?

From The Tanakh Podcast: R Alex Israel by R Alex Israel.

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Shimon's tribal portion is subsumed within the territory of Yehudah.

Why?

Is it because of Jacob's curse?

If so, why do the Tribe of Levi get an "upgrade" whereas Shimon lose their tribal independence?