KJV ORIGINAL
And the men of Israel gathered themselves together out of Naphtali, and out of Asher, and out of all Manasseh, and pursued after the Midianites.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
The men of Israel from the tribes of Naphtali, Asher, and all of Manasseh came together and chased after the Midianites.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse shows the Israelites from different tribes uniting to pursue their enemies after God gave them victory.
📚 Historical Context
This occurs during Gideon's famous victory over the Midianites with just 300 men using trumpets, torches, and clay jars. After the initial supernatural victory that caused the Midianite army to turn on itself in confusion, additional Israelite tribes joined the pursuit. The Midianites had been oppressing Israel for seven years, stealing their crops and livestock.
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