KJV Image Bible : Scripture in Images Judges 11:12
12. And Jephthah sent messengers unto the king of the children of Ammon, saying, What hast thou to do with me, that thou art come against me to fight in my land?
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Summary: Judges 11 recounts the story of Jephthah, a judge of Israel, who is introduced as the son of a Gileadite harlot. Rejected by his half-brothers, he flees to the land of Tob, where he gathers a band of adventurers. As Ammon threatens Israel, the leaders of Gilead appeal to Jephthah to lead them in battle. Jephthah's diplomatic approach emphasizes his attempts to reason with the Ammonite king by recalling historical events and asserting Israel's rightful possession of the land. A central theme of this chapter is the complexity of leadership and the impact of social rejection; Jephthah emerges from a marginalized background to become a leader. His subsequent vow to God, promising to sacrifice the first thing that comes out of his home if he is victorious, highlights the dangers of making hasty commitments. The chapter concludes with Jephthah's tragic fulfillment of this vow, resulting in deep personal loss and reflects on the consequences of rash decisions. Ultimately, Judges 11 serves as a narrative about God’s use of flawed individuals for His purposes, while also cautioning against impulsive promises.
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