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The Times of the Judges
By Jacob Isaacs
Published by Kehot Publication Society
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In the Absence of a Leader
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After Joshua's death, Othniel shook off the yoke of the oppressor. Ehud slew ten thousand men of the enemy, and Shamgar rescued Israel from the Philistines.
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Deborah and Barak led the victory. Jael assassinated Sisera, and the Canaanites were reduced to submission.
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Under Midianite Oppression, Gideon Learns Of His Mission, Destruction of Baal, Heavenly Proof of Victory, An Army of 300 Men, In The Enemies' Camp, Clever Strategy, Civil War Averted, Complete Victory
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Abimelech murdered his brothers to become king. Jotham warned the people of Shechem, who later rebelled. Abimelech crushed the rebellion, but died when a woman dropped a stone on his head.
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The Ammonites attacked. Jephtah lead the Hebrew hosts and the Ammonites were routed. Jephtah had made a vow. The Ephraimites now declared war on Jephtah, and Jephtah easily defeated them.
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Ibzan of Beth-Lehem, also known as Boaz, judged Israel for seven years. He married Ruth, and together they became the ancestors of King David. Elon became the Judge for ten years, followed by Abdon, who ruled for eight years.
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The Philistines made Samson prisoner. Delilah cut his hair and his strength was gone. He pulled at the pillars and the whole edifice collapsed.
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Micah made idols in his house. The Danites seized the images and the priest, and encouraged idol-worship.
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