Free Bible Study: The History of Israel Under the Judges
The depravity characteristic of the time of the judges is illustrated in chapters 17–21 with vivid examples of personal and tribal idolatry and immorality. The book as a whole illustrates the sad results of Israel’s disobedience as summarized in 21:25: “In those days there was no king in Israel; everyone did what was right in his own eyes.”Today’s Lesson: Fulfillment of Jephthah’s Vow
Scripture: Judges 11.34-11.40Preview:
Having been declared chief and sole governor of the tribes on the other side of the Jordan River, he acted in character as he sent messengers to the king of the Ammonites. They asked him why he was invading the land that belonged to Israel. Jephthah hoped that there was some way he could alter things in a way that was agreeable to both sides, and prevent the shedding of blood. In this situation, he acted as a good man should, and not at all inconsistent with how a man of valor and courage would act. In this Jephthah acted in accordance with the Law of Moses; and that's why the justice of his cause would be apparent to the people.
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