jan 1, 1100 BC - Judges
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Writer(s): Samuel
Place Written: Israel
Writing Completed: c. 1100 B.C.E.
Time Covered: 1450 - c. 1120 B.C.E.
A bible book that basically covers a period of some 330 years between Israel's conquest of Canaan and the beginning of the monarchy. Earlier, the Israelites had been forewarned that heir failure to drive out the inhabitants of the land, as divinely commanded, would lead to their adopting the debased religious practices of the Canaanites. Finally this would result in Jehovah's disfavor and his abandoning them to their enemies. (Ex 23:32, 33; 34:11-17; Nu 33:55; De 7:2-5) The historical record found in the book of Judges shows how the warning became a reality. However, rather than deal extensively with Israel's unfaithfulness and the resultant foreign oppression, the book primarily relates the exploits of the judges and the marvelous deliverances Jehovah performed by means of them. Thus Jehovah's saving ability and his long-suffering, mercy, undeserved kindness, and justice are highlighted. The judges themselves stand out as sterling examples of faith. - Heb 11:32-34, 39, 40.
it-2 pp. 134-136
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