They that are delivered from the noise of archers in the places of drawing water, there shall they rehearse the righteous acts of the LORD, even the righteous acts toward the inhabitants of his villages in Israel: then shall the people of the LORD go down to the gates.
Those who are safe from the sound of enemy arrows at the water wells, there they will tell stories about the LORD's good deeds, his righteous acts toward the people living in Israel's villages. Then the LORD's people will go down to the city gates.
This verse celebrates how God's people can now safely gather at wells and city gates to tell stories of God's righteous victories without fear of enemy attack.
📚 Historical Context
In the Book of Judges, chapter 5, this verse is part of the Song of Deborah, a poetic celebration of Israel's victory over the Canaanite oppressors led by Sisera. During this period of the Judges, Israel faced frequent attacks at vulnerable spots like water sources, where archers targeted people gathering for daily needs. The song emphasizes God's deliverance, allowing the people to safely gather and recount His righteous acts in their communities.
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