Judges 7:11 — English TL (The Living Bible) (1971)
and listen to what they are saying down there! You will be greatly encouraged and be eager to attack!“ So he took Purah and crept down through the darkness to the outposts of the enemy camp.
What Does This Mean?
This verse describes Gideon being instructed to listen to the enemy's conversation to strengthen his resolve. He then goes down with his servant Phurah to spy on the enemy's camp. The key message is about gaining courage through understanding the enemy.
Explained for Children
Imagine you're playing hide and seek, and before you go to find your friends, someone tells you to listen to where they might be hiding first. This makes you feel braver and ready to look for them. That's what Gideon did to find the enemy.
Historical Background
This passage is from the Book of Judges, written by Samuel or another prophet around the 10th century BC. It was written for the Israelites to understand Gideon's battle against the Midianites and how God guided him.
Living It Out Today
In modern life, this could apply to a situation where a manager listens to customer feedback before making a critical decision to boost team morale and confidence in a project.
