And they were helped against them, and the Hagarites were delivered into their hand, and all that were with them: for they cried to God in the battle, and he was intreated of them; because they put their trust in him.
And they received help against their enemies, and the Hagarites were handed over to them, along with everyone who fought alongside the Hagarites. This happened because they called out to God during the battle, and He answered their prayers because they put their trust in Him.
God helped His people win the battle because they cried out to Him and trusted in Him during their time of need.
📚 Historical Context
In the books of Chronicles, which retell the history of Israel after the Babylonian exile, the tribes of Reuben, Gad, and half of Manasseh were settled east of the Jordan River and often clashed with neighboring groups like the Hagarites, who were likely nomadic descendants of Hagar. This verse describes a specific battle where these tribes sought God's help, leading to their victory as a demonstration of His faithfulness to Israel. The context highlights the ongoing struggles of these tribes to maintain their territory amid regional conflicts.
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