Judges 17:10 Β· KJV
"And Micah said unto him, Dwell with me, and be unto me a father and a priest, and I will give thee ten shekels of silver by the year, and a suit of apparel, and thy victuals. So the Levite went in."
King James Version
What does Judges 17:10 mean? βPassage Context
Reflection Questions
How do you seek spiritual mentorship in your life?
What does it mean for you to have someone guide your faith?
When have you felt the need for a spiritual father or mentor?
Life Application
Seek out a mentor or spiritual leader who can guide you in your faith journey.
Consider how you can be a mentor to someone else in their spiritual walk.
People in This Verse
Levites were members of the tribe of Levi, set apart for religious duties and service in the tabernacle. They played a crucial role in the worship and sacrificial system of ancient Israel.
First appearance: Exodus 32:26
Micah is a man from the hill country of Ephraim who created his own shrine and appointed his son as a priest. His actions illustrate the spiritual decline in Israel during the Judges period.
First appearance: Judges 17:1
Places in This Verse
A central region in Israel, significant for its role in the tribal allocations and the setting of many events during the Judges period.
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