Judges 6:15
Judges 6:15 in Multiple Translations
“Please, my Lord,” Gideon replied, “how can I save Israel? Indeed, my clan is the weakest in Manasseh, and I am the youngest in my father’s house.”
And he said unto him, Oh my Lord, wherewith shall I save Israel? behold, my family is poor in Manasseh, and I am the least in my father’s house.
And he said unto him, Oh, Lord, wherewith shall I save Israel? behold, my family is the poorest in Manasseh, and I am the least in my father’s house.
And he said to him, O Lord, how may I be the saviour of Israel? See, my family is the poorest in Manasseh, and I am the least in my father's house.
“Excuse me, my lord, but how can I save Israel?” Gideon replied. “My family is the least important of the tribe of Manasseh, and I am the least important person of that family!”
And he answered him, Ah my Lord, whereby shall I saue Israel? beholde, my father is poore in Manasseh, and I am the least in my fathers house.
And he saith unto him, 'O, my lord, wherewith do I save Israel? lo, my chief [is] weak in Manasseh, and I the least in the house of my father.'
He said to him, “O Lord, how shall I save Israel? Behold, my family is the poorest in Manasseh, and I am the least in my father’s house.”
And he said to him, O my LORD, by what means shall I save Israel? behold, my family is poor in Manasseh, and I am the least in my father's house.
He answered and said: I beseech thee, my lord, wherewith shall I deliver Israel? Behold my family is the meanest in Manasses, and I am the least in my father’s house.
Gideon replied, “But Yahweh, how can I rescue the Israelis? My clan is the least significant in the whole tribe descended from Manasseh, and I am the least significant person in my whole family!”
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Judges 6:15 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יֹּ֤אמֶר
אֵלָי/ו֙
בִּ֣י
אֲדֹנָ֔/י
בַּ/מָּ֥ה
אוֹשִׁ֖יעַ
אֶת
יִשְׂרָאֵ֑ל
הִנֵּ֤ה
אַלְפִּ/י֙
הַ/דַּ֣ל
בִּ/מְנַשֶּׁ֔ה
וְ/אָנֹכִ֥י
הַ/צָּעִ֖יר
בְּ/בֵ֥ית
אָבִֽ/י
וַ/יֹּ֤אמֶר
ʼâmar
H559
to say
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
אֵלָי/ו֙
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep | Suff
בִּ֣י
bîy
H994
please
Part
אֲדֹנָ֔/י
ʼĂdônây
H136
Lord
N-mp | Suff
בַּ/מָּ֥ה
mâh
H4100
what?
Prep | Part
אוֹשִׁ֖יעַ
yâshaʻ
H3467
to save
V-Hiphil-Imperf-1cs
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
יִשְׂרָאֵ֑ל
Yisrâʼêl
H3478
Israel
N-proper
הִנֵּ֤ה
hinnêh
H2009
behold
Part
אַלְפִּ/י֙
ʼeleph
H504
cattle
N-ms | Suff
הַ/דַּ֣ל
dal
H1800
poor
Art | Adj
בִּ/מְנַשֶּׁ֔ה
Mᵉnashsheh
H4519
Moses
Prep | N-proper
וְ/אָנֹכִ֥י
ʼânôkîy
H595
I
Conj | Pron
הַ/צָּעִ֖יר
tsâʻîyr
H6810
little
Art | Adj
בְּ/בֵ֥ית
bayith
H1004
place
Prep | N-ms
אָבִֽ/י
ʼâb
H1
father
N-ms | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Judges 6:15
וַ/יֹּ֤אמֶר
ʼâmar
H559
"to say"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
This Hebrew word means to say or speak, and it's used in many different ways in the Bible. It can mean to command, promise, or think, and it's translated in the KJV as 'answer', 'appoint', or 'command'.
Definition: 1) to say, speak, utter 1a) (Qal) to say, to answer, to say in one's heart, to think, to command, to promise, to intend 1b) (Niphal) to be told, to be said, to be called 1c) (Hithpael) to boast, to act proudly 1d) (Hiphil) to avow, to avouch Aramaic equivalent: a.mar (אֲמַר "to say" H0560)
Usage: Occurs in 4337 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, avouch, bid, boast self, call, certify, challenge, charge, [phrase] (at the, give) command(-ment), commune, consider, declare, demand, [idiom] desire, determine, [idiom] expressly, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] intend, name, [idiom] plainly, promise, publish, report, require, say, speak (against, of), [idiom] still, [idiom] suppose, talk, tell, term, [idiom] that is, [idiom] think, use (speech), utter, [idiom] verily, [idiom] yet. See also: Genesis 1:3; Genesis 18:23; Genesis 25:32.
אֵלָי/ו֙
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Prep | Suff
This Hebrew word means 'to' or 'toward', showing direction or movement. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, to indicate where someone is going. The KJV translates it in various ways, like 'about', 'according to', or 'against'.
Definition: 1) to, toward, unto (of motion) 2) into (limit is actually entered) 2a) in among 3) toward (of direction, not necessarily physical motion) 4) against (motion or direction of a hostile character) 5) in addition to, to 6) concerning, in regard to, in reference to, on account of 7) according to (rule or standard) 8) at, by, against (of one's presence) 9) in between, in within, to within, unto (idea of motion to)
Usage: Occurs in 4205 OT verses. KJV: about, according to, after, against, among, as for, at, because(-fore, -side), both...and, by, concerning, for, from, [idiom] hath, in(-to), near, (out) of, over, through, to(-ward), under, unto, upon, whether, with(-in). See also: Genesis 1:9; Genesis 21:14; Genesis 31:13.
בִּ֣י
bîy
H994
"please"
Part
This phrase means please or oh that, used to introduce a request or entreaty, like saying excuse me or if it please you.
Definition: 1) if it please, pray excuse me, excuse me please 1a) used to introduce an entreaty or request
Usage: Occurs in 12 OT verses. KJV: alas, O, oh. See also: Genesis 43:20; Judges 6:13; 1 Kings 3:26.
אֲדֹנָ֔/י
ʼĂdônây
H136
"Lord"
N-mp | Suff
Adonay is a title used to refer to God, spoken in place of Yahweh as a sign of reverence and respect. It is used throughout the Bible to address God or refer to Him in a formal way. Adonay is a term of worship and devotion.
Definition: Lord - a title, spoken in place of Yahweh in Jewish display of reverence Another name of ye.ho.vah (יהוה "LORD" H3068G)
Usage: Occurs in 430 OT verses. KJV: (my) Lord. See also: Genesis 15:2; Isaiah 3:17; Psalms 2:4.
בַּ/מָּ֥ה
mâh
H4100
"what?"
Prep | Part
This Hebrew word means what or how, often used to ask questions or express surprise, like in Genesis when God asks Adam what he has done. It can also mean why or when, and is used in various ways throughout the Old Testament. It appears in many KJV translations, including how or what.
Definition: interr pron 1) what, how, of what kind 1a) (interrogative) 1a1) what? 1a2) of what kind 1a3) what? (rhetorical) 1a4) whatsoever, whatever, what 1b) (adverb) 1b1) how, how now 1b2) why 1b3) how! (exclamation) 1c) (with prep) 1c1) wherein?, whereby?, wherewith?, by what means? 1c2) because of what? 1c3) the like of what? 1c3a) how much?, how many?, how often? 1c3b) for how long? 1c4) for what reason?, why?, to what purpose? 1c5) until when?, how long?, upon what?, wherefore? indef pron 2) anything, aught, what may
Usage: Occurs in 655 OT verses. KJV: how (long, oft, (-soever)), (no-) thing, what (end, good, purpose, thing), whereby(-fore, -in, -to, -with), (for) why. See also: Genesis 2:19; Numbers 21:5; 1 Samuel 19:5.
אוֹשִׁ֖יעַ
yâshaʻ
H3467
"to save"
V-Hiphil-Imperf-1cs
Means to save or be delivered, used in the Bible to describe being freed from danger or trouble, like in battle or from moral struggles, as seen in the Psalms and Proverbs.
Definition: 1) to save, be saved, be delivered 1a) (Niphal) 1a1) to be liberated, be saved, be delivered 1a2) to be saved (in battle), be victorious 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to save, deliver 1b2) to save from moral troubles 1b3) to give victory to
Usage: Occurs in 198 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] at all, avenging, defend, deliver(-er), help, preserve, rescue, be safe, bring (having) salvation, save(-iour), get victory. See also: Exodus 2:17; Psalms 55:17; Psalms 3:8.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
יִשְׂרָאֵ֑ל
Yisrâʼêl
H3478
"Israel"
N-proper
Israel is the symbolic name of Jacob, also referring to his descendants. Jacob, son of Isaac and Rebekah, had 12 sons who became the tribes of Israel, as told in Genesis 25:26. His story is crucial to the Bible's narrative.
Definition: A man living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.25.26; son of: Isaac (H3327) and Rebekah (H7259); brother of: Esau (H6215); married to Rachel (H7354), Leah (H3812), Zilpah (H2153) and Bilhah (H1090A); father of: Reuben (H7205), Simeon (H8095), Levi (H3878), Judah (H3063), Dan (H1835H), Naphtali (H5321), Gad (H1410), Asher (H0836), Issachar (H3485), Zebulun (H2074), Dinah (H1783), Joseph (H3130) and Benjamin (H1144); also called Jacob frequently § Israel = "God prevails" 1) the second name for Jacob given to him by God after his wrestling with the angel at Peniel 2) the name of the descendants and the nation of the descendants of Jacob 2a) the name of the nation until the death of Solomon and the split 2b) the name used and given to the northern kingdom consisting of the 10 tribes under Jeroboam; the southern kingdom was known as Judah 2c) the name of the nation after the return from exile
Usage: Occurs in 2231 OT verses. KJV: Israel. See also: Genesis 32:29; Exodus 13:18; Exodus 40:38.
הִנֵּ֤ה
hinnêh
H2009
"behold"
Part
This Hebrew word is an expression that means 'behold' or 'look', often used to draw attention to something. It appears in Genesis and Isaiah, and is translated as 'behold' or 'lo' in the KJV.
Definition: behold, lo, see, if
Usage: Occurs in 799 OT verses. KJV: behold, lo, see. See also: Genesis 1:29; Genesis 42:35; Deuteronomy 19:18.
אַלְפִּ/י֙
ʼeleph
H504
"cattle"
N-ms | Suff
In the Bible, this word can mean a family or cattle, such as oxen or cows, highlighting their importance in farming and as possessions. It is often translated as 'family' or 'oxen'.
Definition: 1) cattle, oxen 1a) in farming 1b) as a possession
Usage: Occurs in 8 OT verses. KJV: family, kine, oxen. See also: Deuteronomy 7:13; Judges 6:15; Psalms 8:8.
הַ/דַּ֣ל
dal
H1800
"poor"
Art | Adj
The Hebrew word for someone who is poor or weak, often describing those in need of help or assistance. In the book of Proverbs, it warns against oppressing the poor, and in Psalm 35:10, it describes the needy and the poor. The word is also used in Isaiah 41:17.
Definition: low, poor, weak, thin, one who is low
Usage: Occurs in 46 OT verses. KJV: lean, needy, poor (man), weaker. See also: Exodus 23:3; Proverbs 19:17; Psalms 41:2.
בִּ/מְנַשֶּׁ֔ה
Mᵉnashsheh
H4519
"Moses"
Prep | N-proper
Manasseh was a grandson of Jacob and the ancestor of a large tribe in the Bible, mentioned in Genesis 41:51 and throughout the book of Numbers.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Levi living at the time of Egypt and Wilderness, first mentioned at Exo.2.10; son of: Amram (H6019) and Jochebed (H3115); brother of: Aaron (H0175) and Miriam (H4813); married to Zipporah (H6855); father of: Gershom (H1647) and Eliezer (H0461H); also called Manasseh at Jdg.18.30(?) Another name of mo.sheh (מֹשֶׁה "Moses" H4872) § Manasseh = "causing to forget" 1) the eldest son of Joseph and progenitor of the tribe of Manasseh 1a) the tribe descended from Manasseh 1b) the territory occupied by the tribe of Manasseh 2) son of king Hezekiah of Judah and himself king of Judah; he was the immediate and direct cause for the exile 3) a descendant of Pahath-moab who put away a foreign wife in the time of Ezra 4) a descendant of Hashum who put away a foreign wife in the time of Ezra
Usage: Occurs in 133 OT verses. KJV: Manasseh. See also: Genesis 41:51; Joshua 22:21; Psalms 60:9.
וְ/אָנֹכִ֥י
ʼânôkîy
H595
"I"
Conj | Pron
This simple Hebrew word just means 'I', referring to the speaker, like in Genesis 27 where Esau says 'I' when talking to his father Isaac.
Definition: I (first pers. sing.) Another spelling of a.ni (אֲנִי, אָֽנֹכִ֫י "I" H0589)
Usage: Occurs in 335 OT verses. KJV: I, me, [idiom] which. See also: Genesis 3:10; Deuteronomy 11:26; 2 Samuel 3:39.
הַ/צָּעִ֖יר
tsâʻîyr
H6810
"little"
Art | Adj
This Hebrew word means something or someone is little, young, or insignificant. It appears in the Bible to describe something small in number or size. In the KJV, it is translated as least, little, or small.
Definition: 1) little, insignificant, young 1a) little, insignificant 1b) insignificant, mean 1c) young, younger, youngest
Usage: Occurs in 22 OT verses. KJV: least, little (one), small (one), [phrase] young(-er, -est). See also: Genesis 19:31; 1 Kings 16:34; Psalms 68:28.
בְּ/בֵ֥ית
bayith
H1004
"place"
Prep | N-ms
The Hebrew word for house refers to a dwelling place, including a family home, temple, or even the human body. It appears in various contexts, such as the temple in Jerusalem or the household of a family. In the Bible, it is often used to describe a place of worship or a family's living space.
Definition: nm place, origin, between
Usage: Occurs in 1712 OT verses. KJV: court, daughter, door, [phrase] dungeon, family, [phrase] forth of, [idiom] great as would contain, hangings, home(born), (winter) house(-hold), inside(-ward), palace, place, [phrase] prison, [phrase] steward, [phrase] tablet, temple, web, [phrase] within(-out). See also: Genesis 6:14; Exodus 8:5; Numbers 1:45.
אָבִֽ/י
ʼâb
H1
"father"
N-ms | Suff
In Hebrew, this word means father, whether literal or figurative. It is used to describe God as the father of his people, as well as human fathers like Abraham. The word is about a paternal relationship or authority.
Definition: 1) father of an individual 2) of God as father of his people 3) head or founder of a household, group, family, or clan 4) ancestor 4a) grandfather, forefathers - of person 4b) of people 5) originator or patron of a class, profession, or art 6) of producer, generator (fig.) 7) of benevolence and protection (fig.) 8) term of respect and honour 9) ruler or chief (spec.) Also means: av (אַב "father" H0002)
Usage: Occurs in 1060 OT verses. KJV: chief, (fore-) father(-less), [idiom] patrimony, principal. Compare names in 'Abi-'. See also: Genesis 2:24; Genesis 42:37; Leviticus 19:3.
Study Notes — Judges 6:15
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- Context
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- Judges 6:15 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Judges 6:15
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Judges 6:15
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Judges 6:15
- Trapp's Commentary on Judges 6:15
- Ellicott's Commentary on Judges 6:15
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Judges 6:15
- Cambridge Bible on Judges 6:15
- Barnes' Notes on Judges 6:15
- Whedon's Commentary on Judges 6:15
- Sermons on Judges 6:15
Context — The Call of Gideon
13“Please, my Lord,” Gideon replied, “if the LORD is with us, why has all this happened to us? And where are all His wonders of which our fathers told us, saying, ‘Has not the LORD brought us up out of Egypt?’ But now the LORD has forsaken us and delivered us into the hand of Midian.”
14The LORD turned to him and said, “Go in the strength you have and save Israel from the hand of Midian. Am I not sending you?”
15“Please, my Lord,” Gideon replied, “how can I save Israel? Indeed, my clan is the weakest in Manasseh, and I am the youngest in my father’s house.”
16“Surely I will be with you,” the LORD replied, “and you will strike down all the Midianites as one man.” 17Gideon answered, “If I have found favor in Your sight, give me a sign that it is You speaking with me.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 1 Samuel 9:21 | Saul replied, “Am I not a Benjamite from the smallest tribe of Israel, and is not my clan the least of all the clans of Benjamin? So why would you say such a thing to me?” |
| 2 | Exodus 3:11 | But Moses asked God, “Who am I, that I should go to Pharaoh and bring the Israelites out of Egypt?” |
| 3 | Exodus 4:10 | “Please, Lord,” Moses replied, “I have never been eloquent, neither in the past nor since You have spoken to Your servant, for I am slow of speech and tongue.” |
| 4 | Jeremiah 1:6 | “Ah, Lord GOD,” I said, “I surely do not know how to speak, for I am only a child!” |
| 5 | Ephesians 3:8 | Though I am less than the least of all the saints, this grace was given me: to preach to the Gentiles the unsearchable riches of Christ, |
| 6 | 1 Corinthians 15:9 | For I am the least of the apostles and am unworthy to be called an apostle, because I persecuted the church of God. |
| 7 | Luke 1:34 | “How can this be,” Mary asked the angel, “since I am a virgin?” |
| 8 | Jeremiah 50:45 | Therefore hear the plans that the LORD has drawn up against Babylon and the strategies He has devised against the land of the Chaldeans: Surely the little ones of the flock will be dragged away; certainly their pasture will be made desolate because of them. |
| 9 | 1 Samuel 18:23 | But when Saul’s servants relayed these words to David, he replied, “Does it seem trivial in your sight to be the son-in-law of the king? I am a poor man and lightly esteemed.” |
| 10 | Micah 5:2 | But you, Bethlehem Ephrathah, who are small among the clans of Judah, out of you will come forth for Me One to be ruler over Israel — One whose origins are of old, from the days of eternity. |
Judges 6:15 Summary
[Gideon felt like he wasn't good enough to save Israel because he came from a weak family and was the youngest son, but God saw something in him that he didn't. This shows that God often chooses people who feel inadequate to do great things for Him, as seen in 1 Corinthians 1:27. Gideon's story teaches us that our weaknesses are not obstacles to God's work, but rather opportunities for Him to show His strength, similar to what we see in 2 Corinthians 12:9-10. By trusting in God's power and not our own abilities, we can accomplish great things for Him, just like Gideon did.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Gideon feel inadequate to save Israel?
Gideon felt inadequate because he came from the weakest clan in Manasseh and was the youngest in his father's house, as stated in Judges 6:15, which is a humble acknowledgment of his limitations, similar to Moses' feelings of inadequacy in Exodus 3:11.
What was Gideon's biggest concern about saving Israel?
Gideon's biggest concern was his own inability and humble background, which made him question how he could possibly save Israel, as seen in his response to God's call in Judges 6:15, echoing the sentiments of Jeremiah 1:6 where Jeremiah also felt inadequate for his calling.
How does Gideon's response reflect his faith?
Gideon's response reflects a mix of faith and doubt, as he acknowledges God's presence but also expresses his own limitations, similar to the apostle Paul's acknowledgment of his own weaknesses in 2 Corinthians 12:9-10, where he learned to rely on God's strength.
What can we learn from Gideon's humility?
We can learn the importance of humility and recognizing our own limitations, as seen in Gideon's humble response, which is in line with the teachings of Proverbs 3:5-6, where we are encouraged to trust in God and not our own understanding.
Reflection Questions
- What are the areas in my life where I feel inadequate or weak, and how can I surrender them to God?
- How do I respond when God calls me to do something that seems beyond my capabilities?
- What are some ways I can cultivate humility and recognize my own limitations, like Gideon did?
- In what ways can I trust God to work through my weaknesses, just as He did with Gideon?
Gill's Exposition on Judges 6:15
And he said unto him, oh my Lord,.... Whether he had yet suspected who he was, or took him still for some eminent person, is not certain; it is very probable he began to think he was some
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Judges 6:15
And he said unto him, Oh my Lord, wherewith shall I save Israel? behold, my family is poor in Manasseh, and I am the least in my father's house. No JFB commentary on these verses.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Judges 6:15
My family, Heb. my thousand; for the tribes were distributed into several thousands, whereof each thousand had his peculiar governor. Poor, i.e. weak and contemptible. I am the least either for age, or for wisdom, and fitness for so great a work.
Trapp's Commentary on Judges 6:15
Judges 6:15 And he said unto him, Oh my Lord, wherewith shall I save Israel? behold, my family [is] poor in Manasseh, and I [am] the least in my father’ s house.Ver. 15. Wherewith shall I save Israel?] Since I want both men and money, - the sinews of war, and authority to order an army. Here Gideon was faithful in weakness, though but weak in faith, and is therefore reckoned among those renowned worthies in Hebrews 11:32. Behold, my family is poor.] He was well descended, but had mean thoughts of himself. True worth is modest, Some render it, My chiliad. Moses had distributed the people into thousands, as Alfred did the English into shires, hundreds, and tenths, or tithings, whereof the aucientest were called the tithing men.
Ellicott's Commentary on Judges 6:15
(15) Oh my Lord.—Here our version deliberately adopts the reading adonî, as in Judges 6:13, and the reason for this reading is that Gideon does not appear to have fully recognised the angel till his disappearance (Judges 6:22). The reading of the Hebrew MSS., however, is Adonai, “Lord;” and if it be correct, we must suppose that Gideon addresses God as recognising that the message came from Him. Wherewith shall I save Israel?—We repeatedly find this preliminary diffidence of humility in those whom God selects for His service. (Comp. Exodus 4:1-13; 1 Samuel 9:21; Isaiah 6:5; Jeremiah 1:6-7, &c.) My family.—Literally, my thousand (Exodus 18:21; 1 Samuel 10:19). Poor.—Rather, the meanest, as is shown by the article “my thousand is the mean one,” just as David is called “the little one” of his brethren (1 Samuel 18:14). What had caused this depression of the house of Abiezer we do not know, but it may have been due in part to the overweening pride of Ephraim. I am the least in my father’s house.—He was also the last of his father’s house. All his brethren had been slain.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Judges 6:15
Verse 15. Wherewith shall I save Israel?] I have neither men nor money. Behold, my family is poor in Manasseh] הנה אלפי הדל, Behold, my thousand is impoverished. Tribes were anciently divided into tens, and fifties, and hundreds, and thousands; the thousands therefore marked grand divisions, and consequently numerous families; Gideon here intimates that the families of which he made a part were very much diminished. But if we take אלפי alpey for the contracted form of the plural, which is frequently in Hebrew nouns joined with a verb in the singular, then the translation will be, "The thousands in Manasseh are thinned;" i.e., this tribe is greatly reduced, and can do little against their enemies.
Cambridge Bible on Judges 6:15
15. Oh Lord] Read with a slight change, Oh my lord as in Judges 6:13. my family … the least] Saul used the same plea, 1 Samuel 9:21. ‘Family’ is lit. ‘thousand,’ a division of the tribe which corresponds to a ‘clan’ (mishpâḥ ?âh); the ‘clan’ or ‘thousand’ consisted of several ‘fathers’ houses,’ the ‘house’ of a number of individuals; see 1 Samuel 10:19-21.
Barnes' Notes on Judges 6:15
Gideon now perceived that the Lord was speaking to him by His angel. He saw, however, no qualifications in himself, or in his family or tribe, for the office of saviour to his people.
Whedon's Commentary on Judges 6:15
15. My family is poor in Manasseh. — Literally, my thousand. For convenience in government Israel was divided into thousands, hundreds, fifties, and tens. Exodus 18:21; Exodus 18:25.
Sermons on Judges 6:15
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Reluctant Servants by Ed Wrather | Ed Wrather preaches about the reluctance of Moses, Gideon, and Esther to fulfill the call of God in their lives, despite being well-equipped and prepared by God for their missions. |
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Attributes of God (Series 2): The Self-Existence of God by A.W. Tozer | The video is a sermon on the attributes of God, specifically focusing on the story of Job in the Bible. The speaker mentions how the devil came before the sons of God, who were the |
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Jehovah Witnesses - Part 1 by Walter Martin | In this sermon, the speaker begins by discussing the origins of the Bible and Tract Society under Charles Taze Russell, which has become the second-largest non-Christian cult in th |
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God's Self-Existence by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the pride and love that God has for his children. He references the story of Job and how God saw him as a good man despite Satan's attempts |
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The Vision of God by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on Isaiah chapter 6, where Isaiah hears the voice of the Lord asking who will go and be sent by Him. The speaker emphasizes the need for servant |
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Nothingness by K.P. Yohannan | This sermon emphasizes the importance of recognizing our own inadequacy and emptiness before God, highlighting the need to surrender our self-sufficiency and rely completely on God |
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Horton Haven Labor Day Retreat-13 a Squirming Sacrifice by William MacDonald | In this sermon, the preacher shares a story about a radio program for young people that was supported by listener donations. One night, a lady called from the downtown railroad sta |