Questions and Answers
What was the extent of Israel gathering to Mizpah after the Levite concubine incident (Judg 20:1)?
After the incident of the Levite's concubine, where did all Israel gather (Judg 20:1)?
How many soldiers were mustered to Mizpah to discuss the awful situation with the Levite's concubine (Judg 20:2)?
What event caused all Israel to assemble at Mizpah (Judg 20:3)?
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When all Israel was gathered to Mizpah who addressed them (Judg 20:4)?
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When the Levite was telling his story to all Israel at Mizpah, what did he say was the intention of the wicked men of Gibeah (Judg 20:5)?
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Where did the Levite send the pieces of his concubine (Judg 20:6)?
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How would the Israelites decide in what order they should go up against Gibeah (Judg 20:9)?
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What did all Israel at Mizpah vow they would not do (Judg 20:8)?
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What percentage of the men were used to supply the soldiers at Mizpah (Judg 20:10)?
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What was the significant outcome of the cutting up of the concubine (Judg 20:11)?
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To whom did the Israelites send out the request to turn over the wicked men of Gibeah (Judg 20:12)?
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What were the Israelites hoping to do by killing the wicked men of Gibeah (Judg 20:13)?
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How many swordsmen did Benjamin muster to fight against all Israel (Judg 20:15)?
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How many young men were taken from Gibeah (Judg 20:15)?
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How many of the Benjamites were left-handed (Judg 20:16)?
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What were the left-handed Benjamites famous for (Judg 20:16)?
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According to Judges, the special forces of Benjamin had so much accuracy they could sling a stone at a ____ and not miss (Judg 20:16)?
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Where did the Israelites go to inquire of God (Judg 20:18)?
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Study Notes
Gathering at Mizpah
- All Israel gathered at Mizpah from Dan to Beersheba after the incident involving the Levite's concubine.
- The assembly included 400,000 soldiers to discuss the affront to the Levite's concubine.
Incident Leading to Assembly
- The gathering was triggered by the Levite sending out pieces of his concubine's body, highlighting the tragedy and calling for action against the wicked men of Gibeah.
- The Levite, husband of the deceased, addressed the assembly, recounting the attackers' intentions to kill him.
Inquiry and Decision-Making
- The Israelites decided to inquire about how to approach Gibeah through the casting of lots.
- A solemn vow was made not to return home until the matter was resolved.
Benjamin's Response and Military Strength
- The tribe of Benjamin responded to the Israelites' request for justice by mustering 26,000 swordsmen, including 700 left-handed warriors skilled in slinging stones.
- The left-handed Benjamites had remarkable accuracy, capable of hitting a target the size of a hair.
Strategy and Divine Guidance
- The Israelites sought divine guidance at Bethel before engaging in battle against Benjamin.
- Their goal was to purge the evil from Israel, specifically targeting the wicked men responsible for the attack.
Outcome and Significance
- The events resulted in the unification of all Israelites against Gibeah, intensifying the war and leading to tragic consequences.
- The incident emphasized the themes of justice and moral responsibility within the Israelite community.
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Test your knowledge of Judges Chapter 20 with multiple-choice questions based on Ted Hildebrandt's flashcards. This quiz covers Israel's gathering at Mizpah and the aftermath of the Levite concubine incident. Challenge yourself and see how well you remember these key biblical events!
