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Judges 5:18 Meaning

Zebulun and Naphtali were a people that jeoparded their lives unto the death in the high places of the field.

Context Explained

16Why abodest thou among the sheepfolds, to hear the bleatings of the flocks? For the divisions of Reuben there were great searchings of heart.

17Gilead abode beyond Jordan: and why did Dan remain in ships? Asher continued on the sea shore, and abode in his breaches.

18Zebulun and Naphtali were a people that jeoparded their lives unto the death in the high places of the field.

19The kings came and fought, then fought the kings of Canaan in Taanach by the waters of Megiddo; they took no gain of money.

20They fought from heaven; the stars in their courses fought against Sisera.

Key Themes

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Related Cross References

  • Matthew 10:39

    Both verses highlight the theme of risking one's life for a greater cause.

  • 1 John 3:16

    This verse speaks of laying down one's life for others, paralleling the bravery shown.

  • Hebrews 11:32-34

    Both passages celebrate the faith and bravery of those who fought for righteousness.

Source: Judges 5:18