Judges 10:9

German (Die Heilige Schrift (Schlachter 1951))

Dazu zogen die Kinder Ammon über den Jordan und stritten wider Juda und wider Benjamin und wider das Haus Ehpraim, so daß Israel sehr geängstigt war.

Was bedeutet das?

This verse describes how the Ammonites crossed the Jordan River to attack the tribes of Judah, Benjamin, and Ephraim. As a result, the Israelites were severely troubled. There is no specific speaker mentioned; it's a narrative describing events.

Für Kinder erklärt

Imagine if your neighbors decided to invade your house and the houses of your friends. That's what the Ammonites did. They came to attack the homes of different Israelite tribes, making life very difficult for them.

Historischer Hintergrund

The Book of Judges was written by various authors, possibly Samuel, during the period of the Judges in Israel, which was around 1370-1050 BC. It was written for the Israelites to remind them of the consequences of their actions and the importance of following God.

Anwendung für heute

In today's world, we can see this as a reminder of how external threats can unite people or cause them to face severe distress. Consider how communities come together during natural disasters or how a common enemy can unite different groups.

Themen

• war
• Israelites
• tribes
• enemies
• distress
• resistance

Verwandte Verse

• 2 Chronicles 20:1
• 1 Samuel 11:1
• Deuteronomy 20:1
• Jeremiah 49:1
• Romans 8:31

Häufige Fragen

Who were the Ammonites?

The Ammonites were a group of people who were related to the Israelites and often in conflict with them. They lived east of the Jordan River.

What does 'Israel was sore distressed' mean?

It means that the Israelites were in a very difficult and troubling situation, facing serious challenges from their enemies.

How can we apply this verse to our lives?

We can apply this verse by remembering that when faced with external threats, unity and reliance on a higher power can provide strength and guidance.

What other Bible verses talk about the Ammonites?

Other verses include 2 Chronicles 20:1, 1 Samuel 11:1, and Jeremiah 49:1, which all discuss conflicts and interactions with the Ammonites.