Tag Archives: Judges 9

violent aftermath

Posted on February 21, 2022 by Jefferson Vann

violent aftermath Judges 9:34-57 (JDV) Judges 9:34 So Abimelech and all the troops with him got up at night and waited in ambush for Shechem in four groups. Judges 9:35 Gaal son of Ebed went out and stood at the … Continue reading →

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the other shoe

Posted on February 20, 2022 by Jefferson Vann

the other shoe Judges 9:22-33 (JDV) Judges 9:22 When Abimelech had ruled over Israel three years, Judges 9:23 God sent an evil breath between Abimelech and the citizens of Shechem. They treated Abimelech deceitfully, Judges 9:24 so that the crime … Continue reading →

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fire from the bramble

Posted on February 19, 2022 by Jefferson Vann

fire from the bramble Judges 9:7-21 (JDV) Judges 9:7 When they told Jotham, he climbed to the top of Mount Gerizim, raised his voice, and called to them: Listen to me, landowners of Shechem, and may God listen to you: … Continue reading →

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when solidarity is sin

Posted on February 18, 2022 by Jefferson Vann

when solidarity is sin Judges 9:1-6 (JDV) Judges 9:1 Abimelech son of Jerubbaal went to Shechem and spoke to his uncles and to all his mother’s clan, and he said this: Judges 9:2 “Please speak in the hearing of all … Continue reading →

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The curse of Jotham

Posted on July 30, 2012 by Jefferson Vann

Judges 9 This passage illustrates the aftermath of Gideon’s failure to bring lasting peace.  His son Abimelech deals treacherously and murders his brothers. Jotham escapes, and calls down a curse upon Abimelech and the town of Shechem.  God honors the … Continue reading →

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