And his mother’s brethren spake of him in the ears of all the men of Shechem all these words: and their hearts inclined to follow Abimelech; for they said, He is our brother.
His mother's relatives spoke to all the men of Shechem about him, sharing all these words. The people's hearts were drawn to follow Abimelech because they said, 'He is our brother.'
The writer is showing how Abimelech's maternal relatives convinced the people of Shechem to support him by appealing to their family connection.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Judges, after the death of Gideon, his son Abimelech sought to seize power by rallying support from the people of Shechem, where his mother was from. His mother's relatives advocated for him by emphasizing his familial connection, which helped sway the local leaders and citizens. This event highlights the importance of tribal and family loyalties in the political maneuvering of ancient Israel.
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