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Judges 8:7 · KJV

"And Gideon said, Therefore when the LORD hath delivered Zebah and Zalmunna into mine hand, then I will tear your flesh with the thorns of the wilderness and with briers."

King James Version

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Passage Context

5And he said unto the men of Succoth, Give, I pray you, loaves of bread unto the people that follow me; for they be faint, and I am pursuing after Zebah and Zalmunna, kings of Midian.
6And the princes of Succoth said, Are the hands of Zebah and Zalmunna now in thine hand, that we should give bread unto thine army?
7And Gideon said, Therefore when the LORD hath delivered Zebah and Zalmunna into mine hand, then I will tear your flesh with the thorns of the wilderness and with briers.
8And he went up thence to Penuel, and spake unto them likewise: and the men of Penuel answered him as the men of Succoth had answered him.
9And he spake also unto the men of Penuel, saying, When I come again in peace, I will break down this tower.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you respond to threats or challenges in your life?

2

What does it mean for you to seek justice?

3

When have you felt compelled to stand up for yourself?

Life Application

conflict

Consider how you address conflicts in your life. Are you seeking resolution or escalation?

justice

Reflect on how you pursue fairness in your relationships and community.

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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