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Judges Chapter 1

THE PROPHETS

JUDGES

Shoftim

Judges chronicles the history of the Israelites during the period between the conquest of the Land of Israel and the establishment of the monarchy. It contains accounts of the heroic deeds of various judges who led and rescued the Israelites from their enemies.

The book also provides valuable insights into the spiritual and moral challenges faced by the Israelites during that time. The cycle of sin is clearly seen in the book of Judges (Shoftim in Hebrew).

Chapter One

The First Chapter of the Book of Judges (Shoftim in Hebrew)

Is it a coincidence that the same situation is currently happening to the nation of Israel — the Jews in particular, today?

As Hinted In Joshua So It Happened

The Children of Israel could not drive out the inhabitants.

As it turns out it will lead them astray to sin against Hashem.

“The Conquest of Canaan”

It happened after the death of Joshua that the Children of Israel inquired of Hashem, saying, “Who should go up for us first against the Canaanite, to wage war against him?”
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Hashem said, “Judah should go up. Behold, I have delivered the land into his hand.”
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Judah attacked and Hashem delivered the Canaanite and the Perizzite into their hand; they struck them down at Bezek — ten thousand men.
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Hashem was with Judah and he drove out the [inhabitants of the] mountains, but the inhabitants of the valley could not be driven out, because they had iron chariots.
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But the children of Benjamin did not drive out the Jebusite, inhabitant of Jerusalem, so the Jebusite dwelt with the children of Benjamin, in Jerusalem, until this day.
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The House of Joseph went up, as well, to Beth-el, and Hashem was with them.
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Manasseh did not drive out [the inhabitants of] Beth-shean and its towns, Taanach and its towns, the inhabitants of Dor and its towns, the inhabitants of Ibleam and its towns, and the inhabitants of Megiddo and its towns. The Canaanite were determined to dwell in this land.
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Ephraim did not drive out the Canaanite that was dwelling in Gezer, so the Canaanite dwell in their midst in Gezer.
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Zebulun did not drive out the inhabitants of Kitron…
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Asher did not drive out the inhabitants of Acco nor the inhabitants of Sidon, …
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Napthali did not drive out the inhabitants of Beth-shemesh and the inhabitants of Beth-anath, …
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1 And it was after the death of Joshua, that the children of Israel asked of the Lord, saying, “Who shall go up for us first against the Canaanites, to fight against them?”
2 And the Lord said, Judah shall go up; behold I have given the land into his hand.
3 And Judah said to Simeon his brother, “Come up with me into my lot, and we will fight against the Canaanites, and I will also go with you into your lot. ” And Simeon went with him.
4 And Judah went up; and the Lord gave the Canaanites and the Perizzites into their hands; and they smote them in Bezek, ten thousand men.
5 And they found Adoni- bezek in Bezek and fought with him: and they smote the Canaanites and the Perizzites.
6 And Adoni-bezek fled, and they pursued him: and they caught him and cut off his thumbs and his great toes.
7 And Adoni-bezek said, “Seventy kings, having their thumbs and their great toes cut off, gathered (food) under my table; as I have done, so has God punished me.” And they brought him to Jerusalem, and he died there.
8 And the children of Judah fought against Jerusalem and captured it, and smote it with the edge of the sword; and set the city on fire.
9 And afterward the children of Judah went down to fight against the Canaanites; the inhabitants of the mountains, of the South, and of the lowland.
10 And Judah went to the Canaanites that dwelt in Hebron-Now the name of Hebron formerly had been Kirjath-arba-and they smote Sheshai, and Ahiman, and Talmai.
11 And from there he went to the inhabitants of Debir-Now the name of Debir formerly had been Kirjath-sepher.
12 And Caleb said, “He that shall smite Kirjath-sepher and capture it; to him will I give Achsah my daughter for a wife.”
13 And Othniel the son of Kenaz, Caleb’s younger brother, captured it; and he gave him Achsah his daughter for a wife.
14 And it was when she came to him, that she persuaded him to ask of her father the field, and she leaned off the donkey. And Caleb said to her, “What is (wanting) to you?”
15 And she said to him, “Give me a blessing, for you have given me dry land; and you should give me springs of water.” And Caleb gave her the upper springs and the lower springs.
16 And the children of Keni, the father-in-law of Moses, went up from the city of date palms, with the children of Judah into the wilderness of Judah, which is south of Arad; and he went and dwelt with the people.
17 And Judah went with Simeon his brother, and they smote the Canaanites that inhabited Safed; and they destroyed it, and called the name of the city, Chormah.
18 And Judah captured Gaza with its territory, and Ashkelon with its territory, and Ekron with its territory.
19 And the Lord was with Judah, and they drove out the inhabitants of the mountains; but they could not drive out the inhabitants of the valley, for they had iron chariots.
20 And they gave Hebron to Caleb, as Moses had spoken; and he drove out from there the three sons of the giant.
21 And the children of Benjamin did not drive out the Jebusites that inhabited Jerusalem; and the Jebusites dwelt with the children of Benjamin in Jerusalem until this day.
22 And the house of Joseph, they also went up to Beth-El; and the Lord was with them.
23 And the house of Joseph caused to spy Beth-El. Now the name of the city formerly was Luz.
24 And the watchers saw a man leave the city. And they said to him, “Show us now the entrance to the city and we will deal kindly with you.”
25 And he showed them the entrance of the city, and they struck the city with the edge of the sword; but the man and his entire family they let go.
26 And the man went to the land of the Hittites, and built a city, and called its name Luz; this is its name until this day.
27 And Menasseh did not drive out the inhabitants of Beth-Shean and its towns, Taanach and its towns, the inhabitants of Dor and its towns, the inhabitants of Yibleam and its towns, the inhabitants of Megiddo and its towns; and the Canaanites wanted to remain in this land.
28 And it was when Israel became strong, that they put the Canaanites to tribute, but they did not drive them out.
29 And Ephraim did not drive out the Canaanites that dwelt in Gezer; and the Canaanites dwelt among them in Gezer.
30 Zebulun did not drive out the inhabitants of Kitron, nor the inhabitants of Nahalol; and the Canaanites dwelt among them and became tributary.
31 Asher did not drive out the inhabitants of Akko, nor the inhabitants of Zidon, nor of Achlab, nor of Achzib, nor of Chelbah, nor of Aphik, nor of Rechob.
32 And the Asherites dwelt among the Canaanites, the inhabitants of the land; for they did not drive them out.
33 Naphtali did not drive out the inhabitants of Beth-Shemesh, nor the inhabitants of Beth-Anath; and he dwelt among the Canaanites, the inhabitants of the land. And the inhabitants of Beth-Shemesh and of Beth-Anath became tributary to them.
34 And the Amorites forced the children of Dan to the mountain; for they would not let them come down to the valley.
35 And the Amorites wanted to remain on Mount Cheres, in Ayalon, and in Shaalbim; but the hand of the house of Joseph prevailed and they became tributary.
36 And the border of the Amorites was from Maaleh-Accrabbim, from the rock upward.

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The Book of Joshua, in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible, narrates the entry of the Children of Israel into the Promised Land of Canaan and their conquest and partition of the land under the leadership of Joshua, as Moses’ successor. It details the Israelites’ miraculous crossing of the Jordan River, the fall of Jericho, the battles of Ai and Gibeon, and the division of the land among the twelve tribes. Joshua resonates with Moses, in which he exhorts the Israelites to remain faithful to G-d and His commandments.

Judges chronicles the history of the Israelites during the period between the conquest of the Land of Israel and the establishment of the monarchy. It contains accounts of the heroic deeds of various judges who led and rescued the Israelites from their enemies. The book also provides valuable insights into the spiritual and moral challenges faced by the Israelites during that time. The cycle of sin is clearly seen in the book of Judges (Shoftim in Hebrew).

The Books of I and II Samuel, also known as the Books of Samuel, recount the life and times of the prophet Samuel, the establishment of the Israelite monarchy, and the reigns of the first two kings of Israel, Saul and David. They provide insights into the political, religious, and social aspects of ancient Israel during that period. Samuel (Shmuel in Hebrew) anointed both Saul and David as kings of Israel with the approval of G-d and at His command.
The Books of I and II Samuel, also known as the Books of Samuel, recount the life and times of the prophet Samuel, the establishment of the Israelite monarchy, and the reigns of the first two kings of Israel, Saul and David. They provide insights into the political, religious, and social aspects of ancient Israel during that period. Samuel (Shmuel in Hebrew) anointed both Saul and David as kings of Israel with the approval of G-d and at His command.
The Books of I and II Kings, also known as the Books of Kings, recount the history of the Israelite monarchy from the reign of Solomon to the destruction of the First Temple in Jerusalem and the Babylonian exile. They provide insights into the political, religious, and social aspects of ancient Israel during that period. From one righteous king to another evil king one after another, miracle after miracle favoring the righteous kings, and against the evil kings.
The Books of I and II Kings, also known as the Books of Kings, recount the history of the Israelite monarchy from the reign of Solomon to the destruction of the First Temple in Jerusalem and the Babylonian exile. They provide insights into the political, religious, and social aspects of ancient Israel during that period. From one righteous king to another evil king one after another, miracle after miracle favoring the righteous kings, and against the evil kings.
A known prophetic book in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible is the book of Isaiah (Yeshayahu in Hebrew). It contains the written prophecies during the 8th century BCE throughout his life. The book addresses various themes, including the judgment of G-d upon Israel (the suffering servant) and other nations, the coming of the Messiah, and the establishment of G-d’s kingdom on earth. Isaiah is known for his poetic and eloquent language, and his prophecies have had a profound influence on Jewish and Christian thought throughout history.
The prophecies of the prophet Jeremiah, who lived during the 7th century BCE. The book addresses various themes, including the judgment of G-d upon Israel and other nations, the coming destruction of Jerusalem and the Babylonian exile, and the restoration of Israel. Jeremiah (Yirmiyahu in Hebrew) is known as “The suffering or lamenting prophet,” for his emotional and passionate prophecies, and his book accounts the tragic details as it happens right before his eyes in his lifetime.
The Book of Ezekiel (Yechezkel in Hebrew) contains the prophecies of the prophet Ezekiel, who lived during the Babylonian exile in the 6th century BCE. The book addresses various themes, including the judgment of G-d upon Israel and other nations, the destruction of Jerusalem and the Babylonian exile, and the restoration of Israel. Ezekiel is known for his vivid and symbolic prophecies, and his book reveals the key to salvation. That is repentance and righteousness.
The Book of Hosea (Hoshea in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible), shares the prophecies of the prophet Hosea, who lived in the 8th century BCE during the reign of the kings of Israel. The book addresses themes such as the unfaithfulness of the Israelites, G-d’s judgment and mercy, and the promise of redemption. G-d’s “estranged wife,” is how Israel was identified in this book. Nonetheless, Israel remains G-d’s chosen people despite their sins and shortcomings.
The Book of Joel (Yoel in Hebrew) is another prophetic book containing the prophecies of the prophet Joel, who lived during a time of locust infestation and drought. The empires of Babylonia, Persian, Greeks and Romans are God’s judgment on Israel for their sins; likened to the locusts swarms in succession. Moreover, the coming Day of the Lord, and the restoration of Israel is mentioned as well.
A prophetic book containing the prophecies of the prophet Amos, who lived in the 8th century BCE during the reign of the kings of Israel. The book addresses social justice, the condemnation of injustice, and the coming judgment of G-d on Israel and other nations for their sins. Amos’s prophecies are known for their powerful and direct language.
The Book of Obadiah (Ovadiah in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible), Obadiah, who lived during the 6th century BCE, primarily addresses the destruction of Edom and the judgment of G-d upon them for their hostility towards Israel. Obadiah’s prophecies are known for its powerful condemnation of Edom’s arrogance and cruelty.
The Book of Jonah (Yonah in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible) is a narrative prophetic book that tells the story of the prophet Jonah, who is reluctant to fulfill G-d’s command to prophesy against the city of Nineveh. Instead, Jonah flees to Tarshish, but a great storm arises and the sailors throw Jonah overboard to appease the storm. Jonah is swallowed by a large fish, where he prays to G-d. After three days and three nights, the fish vomits Jonah onto dry land. Jonah then goes to Nineveh and delivers God’s message of repentance, leading to the city’s repentance and God’s mercy. The book highlights matters of God’s sovereignty, mercy, and the importance of obedience.
The Book of Micah (Michah in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible). Micah, who lived during the 8th century BCE during the reigns of the kings of Judah and Israel. Micah’s prophecies address social justice, the condemnation of injustice, the coming judgment of G-d on Israel and other nations for their sins, and the promise of a future restoration and redemption. Micah’s prophecies are known for its powerful outlook and emotional intensity.
The Book of Nahum (Nachum in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible).
Prophet Nahum, who lived during the 7th century BCE. The book primarily addresses the judgment of G-d upon the city of Nineveh, the capital of the Assyrian Empire, for its arrogance, cruelty, and violence. Nahum’s prophecies are known for their vivid descriptions of Nineveh’s destruction and their emphasis on G-d’s justice and sovereignty.
The Book of Habakkuk (Chavakuk in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible). Habakkuk, who lived during the 7th century BCE. The book addresses themes such as the suffering of the righteous, the coming judgment of G-d on the wicked, and the assurance of G-d’s ultimate victory. Habakkuk’s prophecies are known for their powerful and poetic language, and his book has been a source of inspiration and comfort to many throughout history.
The Book of Zephaniah (Tzefaniah in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible), a prophetic book containing the prophecies of the prophet Zephaniah, who lived during the 7th century BCE. The coming judgment of G-d on Judah and Jerusalem for their sins, the destruction of the wicked, and the promise of restoration for the righteous are accounts written in Zephaniah. The book of Zephaniah has been a source of comfort and encouragement for generations of believers.
The Book of Haggai (Chaggai in the Hebrew-Jewish Bible), Haggai, who lived during the 6th century BCE during the time of the rebuilding of the Second Temple in Jerusalem. Haggai’s prophecies focused on encouraging the Jewish people to complete the rebuilding of the Temple, and he emphasized the importance of faith, obedience, and the blessings that would come from serving G-d wholeheartedly.
The Book of Zechariah is a prophetic book containing the prophecies of the prophet Zechariah, who lived during the 6th century BCE. The rebuilding of the Second Temple in Jerusalem, the coming of the Messiah, and the ultimate redemption of G-d’s people are important details described in the book. The book of Zechariah mentions the truth about the Jewish people as the people favored by G-d.
Malachi, who lived during the 5th century BCE. The book addresses the corruption of the priesthood, the neglect of religious practices, and the coming judgment of G-d upon those who have strayed from His ways. Emphasis on the importance of faithfulness to G-d and His covenant are topics where the book of Malachi is remembered frequently.
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