Judges 20:35

Afrikaans Bible (ABA) 2007 (Bybel vir almal)

Die Here het die Israeliete laat wen, en hulle het daardie dag 25 100 van die Benjamin-mense doodgemaak.

What Does This Mean?

This verse describes a battle between the Israelites and the Benjamites. The LORD helped the Israelites defeat the Benjamites, resulting in the death of 25,100 Benjamite soldiers who fought with swords.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're playing a game where one team gets help from a coach to beat another team. That's kind of what happened here. The Israelites got help from God to win a big fight against the Benjamites, and lots of Benjamite soldiers were hurt.

Historical Background

The Book of Judges was written by various authors around the 10th century BC, detailing the period after Joshua's generation. The Israelites were fighting internally, and this verse is part of a larger narrative about civil conflict among the tribes.

Living It Out Today

This verse can remind us about the consequences of internal conflict and how it can lead to significant loss. In modern times, this could be seen in the impact of family feuds or workplace rivalries that cause harm to all involved.

Topics

• conflict
• judgment
• divine intervention
• consequences
• internal strife
• warfare

Related Verses

• Joshua 7:1-5
• 1 Samuel 14:6
• Psalms 121:1-8
• Proverbs 13:10
• Matthew 10:34-36

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did God help the Israelites?

God intervened to enforce justice and to show the severity of the internal conflict among the tribes, emphasizing the need for unity and adherence to His commands.

What led to this battle?

This battle was part of a larger conflict initiated by the violation of a concubine in the tribe of Benjamin, leading to a civil war among the Israelite tribes.

How does this relate to faith?

It shows that faith can be tested through conflict, and divine intervention can be a critical factor in resolving internal strife and demonstrating the consequences of disobedience.

What can we learn from this verse?

We can learn the importance of unity and the serious consequences of internal conflict, as well as the role of divine intervention in resolving such conflicts.