The Lord restrained me and withered my hand for seven days because of Joseph. I repented and wept...I prayed that my hand might be restored and I might abstain from all pollution, envy and folly. -Simeon #twelvepatriarchs

God's punishments are intended to provoke repentance, not suffering just to be vindictive.

https://www.americantorah.com/....2020/08/25/after-the