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Judges 8:30 Β· KJV

"And Gideon had threescore and ten sons of his body begotten: for he had many wives."

King James Version

What does Judges 8:30 mean? β†’

Passage Context

28Thus was Midian subdued before the children of Israel, so that they lifted up their heads no more. And the country was in quietness forty years in the days of Gideon.
29And Jerubbaal the son of Joash went and dwelt in his own house.
30And Gideon had threescore and ten sons of his body begotten: for he had many wives.
31And his concubine that was in Shechem, she also bare him a son, whose name he called Abimelech.
32And Gideon the son of Joash died in a good old age, and was buried in the sepulchre of Joash his father, in Ophrah of the Abiezrites.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you view the concept of legacy in your life?

2

What does having many relationships mean for you?

3

When have you felt the weight of family expectations?

Life Application

family

Consider how your family dynamics shape your identity. Reflect on the values you want to pass on.

relationships

Evaluate the quality of your relationships. Are they nurturing or burdensome?

People in This Verse

GideonOT

Gideon was a judge of Israel who led the Israelites to victory against the Midianites. He is known for his initial doubts but ultimately obeyed God's call to deliver His people.

First appearance: Judges 6:11

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