And it came to pass in process of time, that the children of Ammon made war against Israel.
After some time had passed, the Ammonites went to war against Israel.
This verse tells us that the Ammonite people eventually attacked the Israelites in battle.
📚 Historical Context
During the period of the Judges in ancient Israel, the nation experienced cycles of rebellion against God, followed by oppression from neighboring enemies and deliverance through appointed leaders. The Ammonites, a nomadic people descended from Lot and often hostile to Israel, were engaging in territorial conflicts that reflected ongoing tensions from the Exodus era. This specific verse sets the stage for the story of Jephthah, a Gileadite warrior who would be called upon to lead Israel against this Ammonite aggression.
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