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Judges 21:4

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Judges 21:4 in Multiple Translations

Berean Standard Bible BSB

The next day the people got up early, built an altar there, and presented burnt offerings and peace offerings.

King James Version KJV

And it came to pass on the morrow, that the people rose early, and built there an altar, and offered burnt offerings and peace offerings.

American Standard Version ASV

And it came to pass on the morrow, that the people rose early, and built there an altar, and offered burnt-offerings and peace-offerings.

Bible in Basic English BBE

Then on the day after, the people got up early and made an altar there, offering burned offerings and peace-offerings.

Free Bible Version FBV

The next day they got up early, built an altar, and brought burnt offerings and friendship offerings.

Geneva Bible 1599 GNV

And on the morow the people rose vp and made there an altar, and offred burnt offrings and peace offrings.

Young's Literal Translation YLT

And it cometh to pass on the morrow, that the people rise early, and build there an altar, and cause to ascend burnt-offerings and peace-offerings.

World English Bible WEB

On the next day, the people rose early and built an altar there, and offered burnt offerings and peace offerings.

Noah Webster Bible WBS

And it came to pass on the morrow, that the people rose early, and built there an altar, and offered burnt-offerings, and peace-offerings.

Douay-Rheims 1899 DRV

And rising early the next day, they built an altar: and offered there holocausts, and victims of peace, and they said:

Translation for Translators T4T

Early the next morning the people built an altar. Then they completely burned some sacrifices on the altar, and also offered other sacrifices to maintain fellowship with God.

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Berean Amplified Bible — Judges 21:4

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Judges 21:4 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB וַֽ/יְהִי֙ מִֽ/מָּחֳרָ֔ת וַ/יַּשְׁכִּ֣ימוּ הָ/עָ֔ם וַ/יִּבְנוּ שָׁ֖ם מִזְבֵּ֑חַ וַ/יַּעֲל֥וּ עֹל֖וֹת וּ/שְׁלָמִֽים
וַֽ/יְהִי֙ hâyâh H1961 to be Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
מִֽ/מָּחֳרָ֔ת mochŏrâth H4283 morrow Prep | N-fs
וַ/יַּשְׁכִּ֣ימוּ shâkam H7925 to rise Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3mp
הָ/עָ֔ם ʻam H5971 Amaw Art | N-ms
וַ/יִּבְנוּ bânâh H1129 to build Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
שָׁ֖ם shâm H8033 there Adv
מִזְבֵּ֑חַ mizbêach H4196 altar N-ms
וַ/יַּעֲל֥וּ ʻâlâh H5927 to ascend Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3mp
עֹל֖וֹת ʻôlâh H5930 burnt offering N-fp
וּ/שְׁלָמִֽים shelem H8002 peace offering Conj | N-mp
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Hebrew Word Reference — Judges 21:4

וַֽ/יְהִי֙ hâyâh H1961 "to be" Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
The Hebrew word for to be means to exist or come into being. It is used to describe something that happens or comes to pass, like in Genesis where God creates the world.
Definition: 1) to be, become, come to pass, exist, happen, fall out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) --- 1a1a) to happen, fall out, occur, take place, come about, come to pass 1a1b) to come about, come to pass 1a2) to come into being, become 1a2a) to arise, appear, come 1a2b) to become 1a2b1) to become 1a2b2) to become like 1a2b3) to be instituted, be established 1a3) to be 1a3a) to exist, be in existence 1a3b) to abide, remain, continue (with word of place or time) 1a3c) to stand, lie, be in, be at, be situated (with word of locality) 1a3d) to accompany, be with 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to occur, come to pass, be done, be brought about 1b2) to be done, be finished, be gone
Usage: Occurs in 3131 OT verses. KJV: beacon, [idiom] altogether, be(-come), accomplished, committed, like), break, cause, come (to pass), do, faint, fall, [phrase] follow, happen, [idiom] have, last, pertain, quit (one-) self, require, [idiom] use. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 17:4; Genesis 36:11.
מִֽ/מָּחֳרָ֔ת mochŏrâth H4283 "morrow" Prep | N-fs
This word means tomorrow or the next day, referring to a future time. It appears in several places in the Bible, including Genesis 30:33 and Exodus 16:23, where it is used to make promises or give instructions for the next day.
Definition: the morrow, the day after
Usage: Occurs in 32 OT verses. KJV: morrow, next day. See also: Genesis 19:34; Judges 6:38; Jeremiah 20:3.
וַ/יַּשְׁכִּ֣ימוּ shâkam H7925 "to rise" Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3mp
This verb means to rise or start early, like loading up a burden. It is used in Genesis to describe early morning activities.
Definition: 1) to rise or start early 1a) (Hiphil) 1a1) to rise early, make an early start 1a2) early (as adverb)
Usage: Occurs in 64 OT verses. KJV: (arise, be up, get (oneself) up, rise up) early (betimes), morning. See also: Genesis 19:2; 1 Samuel 15:12; Psalms 127:2.
הָ/עָ֔ם ʻam H5971 "Amaw" Art | N-ms
A people or nation is what this Hebrew word represents, like the nation of Israel in Exodus 33:13. It can also mean a tribe, troops, or attendants, and is used to describe a group of people gathered together. The word is often used to refer to the people of God.
Definition: This name means nation, people
Usage: Occurs in 1655 OT verses. KJV: folk, men, nation, people. See also: Genesis 11:6; Exodus 16:4; Leviticus 17:9.
וַ/יִּבְנוּ bânâh H1129 "to build" Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
The Hebrew word bânâh means to build something, like a house or a family. It can also mean to establish or repair something, and is used in various contexts throughout the Bible.
Definition: 1) to build, rebuild, establish, cause to continue 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to build, rebuild 1a2) to build a house (ie, establish a family) 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be built 1b2) to be rebuilt 1b3) established (of restored exiles) (fig.) 1b4) established (made permanent) 1b5) to be built up (of childless wife becoming the mother of a family through the children of a concubine) Aramaic equivalent: be.nah (בְּנָה "to build" H1124)
Usage: Occurs in 345 OT verses. KJV: (begin to) build(-er), obtain children, make, repair, set (up), [idiom] surely. See also: Genesis 2:22; 1 Kings 8:48; 2 Chronicles 20:8.
שָׁ֖ם shâm H8033 "there" Adv
The Hebrew word sham means there or then, often used to describe a location or point in time. It can also mean thither or thence, indicating movement or direction. This word is used frequently in the Bible to provide context and clarify the setting of a story.
Definition: 1) there, thither 1a) there 1b) thither (after verbs of motion) 1c) from there, thence 1d) then (as an adverb of time) Aramaic equivalent: tam.mah (תַּמָּה "there" H8536)
Usage: Occurs in 732 OT verses. KJV: in it, [phrase] thence, there (-in, [phrase] of, [phrase] out), [phrase] thither, [phrase] whither. See also: Genesis 2:8; Exodus 21:33; Deuteronomy 19:4.
מִזְבֵּ֑חַ mizbêach H4196 "altar" N-ms
An altar is a place of sacrifice, where offerings are made to God, as seen in the Bible's description of the tabernacle and temple. It was a central part of Israel's worship. The altar played a key role in the priestly rituals.
Definition: altar
Usage: Occurs in 338 OT verses. KJV: altar. See also: Genesis 8:20; Leviticus 7:2; 1 Kings 2:28.
וַ/יַּעֲל֥וּ ʻâlâh H5927 "to ascend" Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3mp
To ascend means to go up or rise, like the smoke from an altar going up to God, as described in many Bible passages, including Leviticus and Psalms.
Definition: : rise/go 1) to go up, ascend, climb 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to go up, ascend 1a2) to meet, visit, follow, depart, withdraw, retreat 1a3) to go up, come up (of animals) 1a4) to spring up, grow, shoot forth (of vegetation) 1a5) to go up, go up over, rise (of natural phenomenon) 1a6) to come up (before God) 1a7) to go up, go up over, extend (of boundary) 1a8) to excel, be superior to 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be taken up, be brought up, be taken away 1b2) to take oneself away 1b3) to be exalted 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to bring up, cause to ascend or climb, cause to go up 1c2) to bring up, bring against, take away 1c3) to bring up, draw up, train 1c4) to cause to ascend 1c5) to rouse, stir up (mentally) 1c6) to offer, bring up (of gifts) 1c7) to exalt 1c8) to cause to ascend, offer 1d) (Hophal) 1d1) to be carried away, be led up 1d2) to be taken up into, be inserted in 1d3) to be offered 1e) (Hithpael) to lift oneself
Usage: Occurs in 817 OT verses. KJV: arise (up), (cause to) ascend up, at once, break (the day) (up), bring (up), (cause to) burn, carry up, cast up, [phrase] shew, climb (up), (cause to, make to) come (up), cut off, dawn, depart, exalt, excel, fall, fetch up, get up, (make to) go (away, up); grow (over) increase, lay, leap, levy, lift (self) up, light, (make) up, [idiom] mention, mount up, offer, make to pay, [phrase] perfect, prefer, put (on), raise, recover, restore, (make to) rise (up), scale, set (up), shoot forth (up), (begin to) spring (up), stir up, take away (up), work. See also: Genesis 2:6; Exodus 34:4; Joshua 7:6.
עֹל֖וֹת ʻôlâh H5930 "burnt offering" N-fp
This word refers to a step or stairs, often used to describe the ascent to the altar for a burnt offering. In the Bible, it can also mean a holocaust or sacrifice, like in Leviticus.
Definition: whole burnt offering Aramaic equivalent: a.lah (עֲלָת "burnt offering" H5928)
Usage: Occurs in 262 OT verses. KJV: ascent, burnt offering (sacrifice), go up to. See also H5766 (עֶוֶל). See also: Genesis 8:20; Numbers 15:5; 2 Chronicles 29:7.
וּ/שְׁלָמִֽים shelem H8002 "peace offering" Conj | N-mp
A peace offering is a voluntary sacrifice to show thanks, like the ones described in Leviticus. It's a way to express gratitude and friendship with God. The Israelites gave these offerings to celebrate special occasions.
Definition: 1) peace offering, requital, sacrifice for alliance or friendship 1a) voluntary sacrifice of thanks
Usage: Occurs in 84 OT verses. KJV: peace offering. See also: Exodus 20:24; Numbers 7:53; Proverbs 7:14.

Study Notes — Judges 21:4

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1 2 Samuel 24:25 And there he built an altar to the LORD and offered burnt offerings and peace offerings. Then the LORD answered the prayers on behalf of the land, and the plague upon Israel was halted.
2 1 Kings 8:64 On that same day the king consecrated the middle of the courtyard in front of the house of the LORD, and there he offered the burnt offerings, the grain offerings, and the fat of the peace offerings, since the bronze altar before the LORD was too small to contain all these offerings.
3 Psalms 78:34–35 When He slew them, they would seek Him; they repented and searched for God. And they remembered that God was their Rock, that God Most High was their Redeemer.
4 Exodus 20:24–25 You are to make for Me an altar of earth, and sacrifice on it your burnt offerings and peace offerings, your sheep and goats and cattle. In every place where I cause My name to be remembered, I will come to you and bless you. Now if you make an altar of stones for Me, you must not build it with stones shaped by tools; for if you use a chisel on it, you will defile it.
5 2 Samuel 24:18 And that day Gad came to David and said to him, “Go up and build an altar to the LORD on the threshing floor of Araunah the Jebusite.”
6 Hebrews 13:10 We have an altar from which those who serve at the tabernacle have no right to eat.
7 Judges 6:26 Then build a proper altar to the LORD your God on the top of this stronghold. And with the wood of the Asherah pole you cut down, take the second bull and offer it as a burnt offering.”
8 Hosea 5:15 Then I will return to My place until they admit their guilt and seek My face; in their affliction they will earnestly seek Me.”

Judges 21:4 Summary

In Judges 21:4, the people of Israel built an altar and presented offerings to God, seeking to make things right with Him after a time of great trouble. This shows us the importance of seeking God's presence and forgiveness, especially during difficult times (like in Psalm 51:17). By building the altar and making offerings, the people were able to connect with God and find a way forward, which is something we can learn from today (see also Romans 12:1). We can apply this to our own lives by seeking God's presence and forgiveness, and by prioritizing corporate worship and devotion.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did the people build an altar in Judges 21:4?

The people built an altar to present burnt offerings and peace offerings to God, seeking to atone for their actions and restore their relationship with Him, as seen in other instances like Exodus 17:15 and Deuteronomy 12:5-7.

What is the significance of burnt offerings and peace offerings in this context?

Burnt offerings represented the people's devotion and surrender to God, while peace offerings symbolized their desire for reconciliation and fellowship with Him, as explained in Leviticus 1:3-4 and Leviticus 3:1-5.

How does this verse relate to the overall story in Judges 21?

This verse is part of the Israelites' response to the Benjamite crisis, where they are seeking God's guidance and forgiveness for their actions, which is a common theme throughout the book of Judges, such as in Judges 20:18 and Judges 20:23.

What can we learn from the people's actions in this verse?

We can learn the importance of seeking God's presence and forgiveness in times of crisis, as well as the value of corporate worship and sacrifice, as seen in Acts 2:42-47 and Hebrews 13:15-16.

Reflection Questions

  1. What are some ways I can seek God's presence and forgiveness in my own life, just like the Israelites did in this verse?
  2. How can I balance my desire for justice with my need for mercy and forgiveness, as seen in the Israelites' actions in Judges 21?
  3. What are some corporate worship practices that can help me connect with God and my community, like the Israelites did in this verse?
  4. In what ways can I prioritize devotion and surrender to God, like the Israelites did through their burnt offerings?
  5. How can I apply the principles of reconciliation and fellowship with God, as represented by the peace offerings, to my relationships with others?

Gill's Exposition on Judges 21:4

And it came to pass on the morrow, that the people rose early,.... The day after their fasting and prayer, and a sense of their present case and circumstances being deeply impressed upon their minds,

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Judges 21:4

And said, O LORD God of Israel, why is this come to pass in Israel, that there should be to day one tribe lacking in Israel? No JFB commentary on these verses.

Matthew Poole's Commentary on Judges 21:4

Built there an altar; not for a monument of the victory, as some say, but for sacrifices, as the next words show. Quest. What need was there of this, when the ordinary altar was there, to which also they seem to be restrained, ? Answ. They are not there restrained to one altar, but to one place of worship, as is expressed; and therefore there might be in that place more altars than one, when the multitude of sacrifices so required, which was the case ; and probably at this time, when all the tribes being met, they had many sacrifices to offer, some in common for all, and some peculiar to every tribe. Nay, other altars might be, and ofttimes were, erected in other places, by David, direction or dispensation; as ,26 ,17 11:15 16:2,5.

Trapp's Commentary on Judges 21:4

Judges 21:4 And it came to pass on the morrow, that the people rose early, and built there an altar, and offered burnt offerings and peace offerings.Ver. 4. And built there an altar.] Either for a monument and memorial of the victory, as Joshua 8:30 Judges 6:24, or else by reason of the multitude of their sacrifices, as 1 Kings 8:64. Diodat. Junius

Ellicott's Commentary on Judges 21:4

(4) Built there an altar.—We find David doing the same at the threshing-floor of Araunah (2 Samuel 24:25), and Solomon at Gibeon. Unless the entire tabernacle had, for the time, been removed to Bethel, there was no regular altar there. It has been suggested that in any case this altar must have been necessitated by the multitude of sacrifices required for the holocausts and the food of the people. (See Note on Judges 20:26.) Probably there is some other reason unknown to us.

Adam Clarke's Commentary on Judges 21:4

Verse 4. Built there an altar] This affords some evidence that this was not a regular place of worship, else an altar would have been found in the place; and their act was not according to the law, as may be seen in several places of the Pentateuch. But there was neither king nor law among them, and they did whatever appeared right in their own eyes.

Cambridge Bible on Judges 21:4

4. built there an altar] But an altar must have existed in the sanctuary at Beth-el when the sacrifices were offered before, Judges 20:26. Either these words, or the whole verse, must be a gloss, due perhaps to a recollection of 2 Samuel 24:25 and ch. Judges 20:26.

Barnes' Notes on Judges 21:4

It is not certain whether the brass altar was at Bethel at this time, or whether it may not have been elsewhere, e. g., at Shiloh with the tabernacle.

Whedon's Commentary on Judges 21:4

4. Built there an altar — The altar on which they had sacrificed a few days before (Judges 20:26) was perhaps not large enough for the purposes of the present occasion, or there may have been thought

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