Judges 5:10 Meaning
Speak, ye that ride on white asses, ye that sit in judgment, and walk by the way.
Context Explained
8They chose new gods; then was war in the gates: was there a shield or spear seen among forty thousand in Israel?
9My heart is toward the governors of Israel, that offered themselves willingly among the people. Bless ye the LORD.
10Speak, ye that ride on white asses, ye that sit in judgment, and walk by the way.
11They that are delivered from the noise of archers in the places of drawing water, there shall they rehearse the righteous acts of the LORD, even the righteous acts toward the inhabitants of his villages in Israel: then shall the people of the LORD go down to the gates.
12Awake, awake, Deborah: awake, awake, utter a song: arise, Barak, and lead thy captivity captive, thou son of Abinoam.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Luke 22:30
Both verses emphasize the role of leadership and authority.
Proverbs 31:9
This verse encourages speaking up for justice, similar to the call for judgment here.
James 3:1
This verse warns about the responsibility of teachers and leaders.
Source: Judges 5:10