Judges 11:12
Judges 11:12 Meaning and Explanation
“And Jephthah sent messengers unto the king of the children of Ammon, saying, What hast thou to do with me, that thou art come against me to fight in my land?”
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Read Full Chapter →Before fighting, Jephthah sends envoys to the Ammonite king to ask why he has come to war.
What Does Judges 11:12 Mean?
Newly made head, Jephthah does not rush to battle. He first sends messengers to the king of Ammon, asking what grievance has brought him against the land. The question opens a path for reason before the sword is drawn.
Here is the wisdom of seeking peace before war. Jephthah pursues understanding and a just settlement rather than bloodshed for its own sake. Blessed are the peacemakers; even a warrior is honored when he first reaches for words and gives the other party a hearing.
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What does Judges 11:12 mean?
Before fighting, Jephthah sends envoys to the Ammonite king to ask why he has come to war.