Judges 21:24
Cebuano RCPV 1999 (Ang Bag-ong Maayong Balita Biblia)
What Does This Mean?
This verse describes the Israelites leaving a particular place, each returning to their own tribe and family, and going back to their own land. No one is speaking directly in this verse. The key message is about the Israelites returning to their homes after an event.
Explained for Children
Imagine you and your friends were on a big adventure, and now it's time to go home. Everyone says goodbye and goes back to their families and homes. That's what happened here with the Israelites, they all went back to their own places.
Historical Background
The Book of Judges was written by Samuel or another prophet around 931-722 B.C. The audience was the Israelites, and the cultural setting was post-exodus, where various judges led the Israelites through different periods of peace and conflict.
Living It Out Today
Today, we can apply this verse to situations where a community comes together for an event or crisis, and then disperses to go back to their regular lives and families, like after a natural disaster relief effort.