Judges Questions Chapter 11

Who was the Gileadite that took leadership of Israel against Ammon?

Where did Jephthah flee to and dwell when his brothers pursued him?

What kind of men followed Jephthah?

When the elders of Gilead asked Jephthah to take leadership against Ammon, what did he tell them?

What did Jephthah take the elders of Gilead promise before he would assume leadership of the army?

What did Jephthah's messengers tell Ammon?

What was Ammon's answer?

What route did Jephthah follow to give battle to Ammon?

What vow did Jephthah make to God if God would deliver Ammon to him?

Where did Jephthah gain victory over Ammon?

Who came out to meet Jephthah on his return home?

What did Jephthah do when his daughter came to greet him?

What request did the daughter make of her father Jephthah?

What happened after two months?

What was an Israelites custom?

Jephthah's Leadership Against Ammon

Jephthah, a Gileadite, became the leader of Israel to confront the Ammonites.
After being expelled by his brothers, Jephthah sought refuge in the land of Tob.

Followers and Initial Conflict

Jephthah attracted vain men who followed him.
When approached by the elders of Gilead, Jephthah questioned their sudden need for him after they previously rejected him.

Conditions for Leadership

Jephthah stipulated a promise from the elders of Gilead, stating he would lead the army if they brought him back with a commitment that God would deliver Ammon into his hands.

Communication with Ammon

Jephthah sent messengers to the Ammonite king, asking the reason for their aggression against Israel.
The Ammonite response cited historical grievances, claiming Israel had taken their land during the Exodus.

Strategic Movements

Jephthah's battle route included Gilead, Manasseh, Mizpeh of Gilead, leading to the confrontation with Ammon.
Jephthah vowed to offer a burnt offering to God if granted victory over Ammon.

Victory and Its Consequences

Jephthah achieved victory over the Ammonites, returning home to an emotional reunion with his daughter.
Overcome with grief at her greeting, Jephthah tore his clothes in despair.

Daughter's Request

His daughter requested a two-month period to mourn her virginity with her companions on the mountains.
After two months, she returned, having known no man, fulfilling her father's vow's implications.

Custom of Lamentation

The daughters of Israel established a yearly custom to lament Jephthah's daughter for four days, honoring her memory and sacrifice.

Test your knowledge on Chapter 11 of Judges with this quiz. Explore key characters and events, including Jephthah and his rise to leadership against the Ammonites. Ideal for students of biblical studies and anyone interested in the Book of Judges.