The kings came and fought, then fought the kings of Canaan in Taanach by the waters of Megiddo; they took no gain of money.
The kings came and fought—yes, the kings of Canaan fought at Taanach near the waters of Megiddo. But they gained no treasure or profit from their battle.
The writer is celebrating how the Canaanite kings who fought against Israel gained nothing from their battle—no victory, no treasure, no profit.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is from Deborah's victory song after she and Barak defeated a coalition of Canaanite kings led by Sisera. The battle took place in the Jezreel Valley near Megiddo, a strategic location that controlled major trade routes. Ancient armies typically expected to gain wealth and plunder from their victories, but these Canaanite kings left empty-handed because God gave Israel the victory.
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