KJV ORIGINAL
And he spake also unto the men of Penuel, saying, When I come again in peace, I will break down this tower.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
He also spoke to the men of Penuel, saying, 'When I return safely from battle, I will tear down this tower of yours.'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Gideon is threatening to destroy Penuel's tower when he returns victorious, because they refused to help his army.
📚 Historical Context
This occurs during Gideon's pursuit of the Midianite kings after his famous victory with 300 men. Both Succoth and Penuel had refused to provide food for Gideon's exhausted troops, fearing retaliation from the Midianites if they were still alive. Penuel's tower was likely a defensive fortress that symbolized their strength and security.
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