KJV ORIGINAL
And when Zebah and Zalmunna fled, he pursued after them, and took the two kings of Midian, Zebah and Zalmunna, and discomfited all the host.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
When Zebah and Zalmunna ran away, Gideon chased after them and captured both kings of Midian, Zebah and Zalmunna, and completely defeated their entire army.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Gideon pursued the fleeing Midianite kings, captured them both, and completely destroyed their army.
📚 Historical Context
This occurs during Gideon's campaign against the Midianites, who had been oppressing Israel for seven years with devastating raids. After his famous victory with just 300 men, Gideon continued pursuing the remaining Midianite forces across the Jordan River. Zebah and Zalmunna were the primary kings of Midian, and their capture would effectively end Midianite power and their threat to Israel.
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