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    Judges 20 (KJV)

    Read Judges chapter 20 in the King James Version of the Holy Bible.

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    Judges 20 Summary

    Judges 20 records Israel's civil war against the tribe of Benjamin following the atrocity at Gibeah. Despite vastly outnumbering Benjamin, Israel lost the first two battles before finally prevailing on the third day, nearly annihilating the entire tribe.

    The chapter reveals both the cost of corporate sin and the difficulty of executing justice. Even righteous anger can lead to devastating consequences when an entire tribe is nearly destroyed.

    Key Themes

    Civil WarCorporate JudgmentCost of JusticeNear-Annihilation

    Key Verses in Judges 20

    "Then all the children of Israel... wept before the LORD, and fasted that day until even... And the LORD said, Go up; for to morrow I will deliver them into thine hand."

    — Judges 20:26-28

    Victory came only after humility, fasting, and seeking God — not through military might alone.

    Life Application

    Pursuing justice is necessary but costly. When you stand for what's right, expect setbacks. Persist through difficulty, seek God's guidance, and trust His timing for vindication.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Why did Israel lose the first two battles?

    Despite having the right cause, Israel may have relied on their numbers rather than fully seeking God. The losses produced the humility needed for true victory.

    How many Benjaminites survived?

    Only 600 men survived by fleeing to the rock of Rimmon, where they hid for four months while the rest of the tribe was destroyed.

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