KJV ORIGINAL
And Gaal spake again and said, See there come people down by the middle of the land, and another company come along by the plain of Meonenim.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Gaal spoke again and said, 'Look, I see people coming down through the center of the land, and another group is coming along the plain of Meonenim.'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Gaal is warning his companions that he can see enemy forces approaching from two different directions.
📚 Historical Context
This takes place during a battle between Gaal (who had challenged Abimelech's rule over Shechem) and Abimelech's forces. Gaal is positioned as a lookout, spotting Abimelech's troops as they advance to retake the city. The 'plain of Meonenim' was likely a recognizable landmark near Shechem where soothsayers or diviners would gather.
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