And the people repented them for Benjamin, because that the LORD had made a breach in the tribes of Israel.
And the people felt sorry for the tribe of Benjamin, because the LORD had created a break or gap among the tribes of Israel.
The people of Israel felt deep regret about what happened to the tribe of Benjamin, recognizing that God had allowed a devastating division to occur among their nation.
📚 Historical Context
In the Book of Judges, the Israelites engaged in a civil war against the tribe of Benjamin after a grave sin occurred in the city of Gibeah, leading to widespread violence and near destruction of that tribe. The other tribes then regretted their actions, realizing that God had allowed this division as a form of judgment for their collective failures, which threatened the unity of Israel. This event underscores the broader theme in Judges of cycles of sin, conflict, and repentance among God's people.
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