And the elders of Jabesh said unto him, Give us seven days’ respite, that we may send messengers unto all the coasts of Israel: and then, if there be no man to save us, we will come out to thee.
Los ancianos de Jabes le dijeron: 'Danos siete días para esperar, para que podamos enviar mensajeros por todo Israel. Entonces, si nadie viene a rescatarnos, nos rendiremos a ti.'
Los líderes de Jabes pidieron una semana para buscar ayuda antes de rendirse.
📚 Contexto Histórico
In the book of 1 Samuel, the city of Jabesh-Gilead was under siege by the Ammonite king Nahash, who demanded humiliating terms for surrender, creating a desperate situation for the Israelites. The elders of Jabesh requested a seven-day truce to send messengers throughout Israel, hoping to rally support from their fellow tribes under the newly anointed King Saul. This event highlights the frequent threats from neighboring enemies during Israel's transition from judges to a monarchy.
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