KJV ORIGINAL
My heart is toward the governors of Israel, that offered themselves willingly among the people. Bless ye the LORD.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
My heart goes out to the leaders of Israel who volunteered willingly to serve among the people. Praise the LORD!
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is expressing deep appreciation for Israel's leaders who stepped up voluntarily to serve their people, and calls everyone to praise God for this.
📚 Historical Context
This verse comes from the Song of Deborah, a victory song celebrating Israel's triumph over the Canaanite army led by Sisera. Deborah, a prophetess and judge, is praising the tribal leaders who willingly answered the call to battle when many others hesitated or refused to join the fight.
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