Judges 7:17 Meaning and Explanation
“And he said unto them, Look on me, and do likewise: and, behold, when I come to the outside of the camp, it shall be that, as I do, so shall ye do.”
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Read Full Chapter →Gideon tells his men to watch him closely and do exactly as he does at the edge of the camp.
What Does Judges 7:17 Mean?
Gideon gives his orders by example. 'Look on me, and do likewise' -- the men are to keep their eyes fixed on their leader and imitate his every move when they reach the camp's edge. Their success depends on watching and following.
There is wisdom for the life of faith here. The men advance not by improvising but by keeping their eyes on the one who leads. So believers are called to fix their gaze on Christ and follow His pattern, doing as He does. The battle is won by attentive obedience, by watching the leader and acting in unity. When all eyes are on the right one, the company moves as one and the work is accomplished.
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What does Judges 7:17 mean?
Gideon tells his men to watch him closely and do exactly as he does at the edge of the camp.