The Song of Deborah is thought to be one of the oldest pieces of literature in the Bible. Found within the book of Judges, it describes the victory of the Israelites at the battle of Mount Tabor. The hymn was apparently sung as a duet between Barak, the Israelite general, and Deborah, the judge and … Continue reading The Song of Deborah (Judges 5:1-31)
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Deborah judges Israel (Judges 4:4-10)
The story of Deborah is one of the oldest in the Bible and is found in the book of Judges. The Judges were the first religious and political leaders of Israel. Deborah was one of the earliest of them. As well as being a judge over Israel, she was also a prophetess. People came to her … Continue reading Deborah judges Israel (Judges 4:4-10)