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Judges 11:31 · KJV

"Then it shall be, that whatsoever cometh forth of the doors of my house to meet me, when I return in peace from the children of Ammon, shall surely be the LORD'S, and I will offer it up for a burnt offering."

King James Version

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Passage Context

29Then the Spirit of the LORD came upon Jephthah, and he passed over Gilead, and Manasseh, and passed over Mizpeh of Gilead, and from Mizpeh of Gilead he passed over unto the children of Ammon.
30And Jephthah vowed a vow unto the LORD, and said, If thou shalt without fail deliver the children of Ammon into mine hands,
31Then it shall be, that whatsoever cometh forth of the doors of my house to meet me, when I return in peace from the children of Ammon, shall surely be the LORD'S, and I will offer it up for a burnt offering.
32So Jephthah passed over unto the children of Ammon to fight against them; and the LORD delivered them into his hands.
33And he smote them from Aroer, even till thou come to Minnith, even twenty cities, and unto the plain of the vineyards, with a very great slaughter. Thus the children of Ammon were subdued before the children of Israel.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you approach making promises or commitments?

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What does it mean for you to dedicate something to God?

3

When have you faced the consequences of a hasty decision?

Life Application

decision-making

Take time to reflect before making significant commitments, ensuring they align with your values.

faith

Consider how you can dedicate your actions and decisions to God in your daily life.

People in This Verse

JephthahOT

Jephthah was a judge of Israel known for his military leadership and tragic vow. He led Israel against the Ammonites and faced challenges from his own people.

First appearance: Judges 11:1

Places in This Verse

Gilead

A region with a rich history of conflict and divine encounters, Gilead was critical to Israel's identity.

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