KJV ORIGINAL
And the children of Israel came near against the children of Benjamin the second day.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
The Israelites approached to fight against the tribe of Benjamin on the second day.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse describes the Israelites returning for a second day of battle against their fellow Israelites from the tribe of Benjamin.
📚 Historical Context
This occurs during the civil war between Israel and Benjamin following the horrific crime at Gibeah, where a Levite's concubine was brutally abused and killed by Benjamites. After losing their first battle despite having God's permission to fight, the Israelites regrouped and prepared for another assault against their Benjamite brothers.
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