Judges 21:19 · KJV
"Then they said, Behold, there is a feast of the LORD in Shiloh yearly in a place which is on the north side of Beth-el, on the east side of the highway that goeth up from Beth-el to Shechem, and on the south of Lebonah."
King James Version
What does Judges 21:19 mean? →Passage Context
17And they said, There must be an inheritance for them that be escaped of Benjamin, that a tribe be not destroyed out of Israel.
18Howbeit we may not give them wives of our daughters: for the children of Israel have sworn, saying, Cursed be he that giveth a wife to Benjamin.
19Then they said, Behold, there is a feast of the LORD in Shiloh yearly in a place which is on the north side of Beth-el, on the east side of the highway that goeth up from Beth-el to Shechem, and on the south of Lebonah.
20Therefore they commanded the children of Benjamin, saying, Go and lie in wait in the vineyards;
21And see, and, behold, if the daughters of Shiloh come out to dance in dances, then come ye out of the vineyards, and catch you every man his wife of the daughters of Shiloh, and go to the land of Benjamin.
Reflection Questions
1
How do you prioritize worship in your life?
2
What does participating in community events mean for you?
3
When have you felt a strong connection to your faith community?
Life Application
faith
Attend a local worship event to strengthen your faith community ties.
celebration
Plan a gathering with friends or family to celebrate shared values.
Places in This Verse
Shiloh
An ancient city that served as a religious center for the Israelites, particularly during the Judges period.
Beth-el
A significant location in biblical history, known for its association with worship and encounters with God.
Shechem
A key city in ancient Israel, often mentioned in connection with important biblical events.
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