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Judges 9:3 Β· KJV

"And his mother's brethren spake of him in the ears of all the men of Shechem all these words: and their hearts inclined to follow Abimelech; for they said, He is our brother."

King James Version

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Passage Context

1And Abimelech the son of Jerubbaal went to Shechem unto his mother's brethren, and communed with them, and with all the family of the house of his mother's father, saying,
2Speak, I pray you, in the ears of all the men of Shechem, Whether is better for you, either that all the sons of Jerubbaal, which are threescore and ten persons, reign over you, or that one reign over you? remember also that I am your bone and your flesh.
3And his mother's brethren spake of him in the ears of all the men of Shechem all these words: and their hearts inclined to follow Abimelech; for they said, He is our brother.
4And they gave him threescore and ten pieces of silver out of the house of Baal-berith, wherewith Abimelech hired vain and light persons, which followed him.
5And he went unto his father's house at Ophrah, and slew his brethren the sons of Jerubbaal, being threescore and ten persons, upon one stone: notwithstanding yet Jotham the youngest son of Jerubbaal was left; for he hid himself.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do family ties influence your decisions?

2

What does it mean for you to belong to a community?

3

When have you felt the pull of family loyalty?

Life Application

community

Recognize the role your community plays in your life decisions. Engage with your community positively.

family

Consider how your family's values shape your choices and how you can align them with your personal beliefs.

People in This Verse

AbimelechOT

Abimelech is the king of Gerar who interacts with Abraham. He represents the local rulers of the time, showcasing the political dynamics of ancient Canaan.

First appearance: Genesis 20:2

Places in This Verse

Shechem(Nablus, West Bank today)

Shechem was a key city in ancient Israel, often associated with political maneuvering and tribal alliances.

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