Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version But the Israelites encouraged one another and again took up their positions where they had stationed themselves the first day. New Living Translation But the Israelites encouraged each other and took their positions again at the same place they had fought the previous day. English Standard Version But the people, the men of Israel, took courage, and again formed the battle line in the same place where they had formed it on the first day. Berean Standard Bible But the Israelite army took courage and again took their battle positions in the same place where they had arrayed themselves on the first day. King James Bible And the people the men of Israel encouraged themselves, and set their battle again in array in the place where they put themselves in array the first day. New King James Version And the people, that is, the men of Israel, encouraged themselves and again formed the battle line at the place where they had put themselves in array on the first day. New American Standard Bible But the people, the men of Israel, showed themselves courageous and lined up for battle again in the place where they had lined themselves up on the first day. NASB 1995 But the people, the men of Israel, encouraged themselves and arrayed for battle again in the place where they had arrayed themselves the first day. NASB 1977 But the people, the men of Israel, encouraged themselves and arrayed for battle again in the place where they had arrayed themselves the first day. Legacy Standard Bible But the people, the men of Israel, strengthened themselves and arranged themselves for battle again in the place where they had arranged themselves the first day. Amplified Bible But the people, the [fighting] men of Israel, took courage and strengthened themselves and again set their battle line in the same place where they formed it the first day. Christian Standard Bible But the Israelite troops rallied and again took their battle positions in the same place where they positioned themselves on the first day. Holman Christian Standard Bible But the Israelite army rallied and again took their battle positions in the same place where they positioned themselves on the first day. American Standard Version And the people, the men of Israel, encouraged themselves, and set the battle again in array in the place where they set themselves in array the first day. English Revised Version And the people, the men of Israel, encouraged themselves, and set the battle again in array in the place where they set themselves in array the first day. GOD'S WORD® Translation But Israel's troops got reinforcements. They formed their battle line where they had formed it on the first day. International Standard Version But the army—the men of Israel—encouraged themselves and arrayed for battle again the next day in the same place where they had gathered the day before. NET Bible The Israelite army took heart and once more arranged their battle lines, in the same place where they had taken their positions the day before. New Heart English Bible The people, the men of Israel, encouraged themselves, and set the battle again in array in the place where they set themselves in array the first day. Webster's Bible Translation And the people the men of Israel encouraged themselves, and set their battle again in array in the place where they put themselves in array the first day. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleBut the Israelite army took courage and again took their battle positions in the same place where they had arrayed themselves on the first day. World English Bible The people, the men of Israel, encouraged themselves, and set the battle again in array in the place where they set themselves in array the first day. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd the people, the men of Israel, strengthen themselves, and add to set in array [for] battle in the place where they arranged themselves on the first day. Young's Literal Translation And the people, the men of Israel, strengthen themselves, and add to set the battle in array in the place where they arranged themselves on the first day. Smith's Literal Translation And the people, the men of Israel, will strengthen themselves, and they will add to prepare war in the place which they set in array in the first day. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAgain Israel trusting in their strength and their number, set their army in array in the same place, where they had fought before: Catholic Public Domain Version Again the sons of Israel, trusting in both strength and number, set their troops in order, in the same place where they had contended before. New American Bible But the army of the men of Israel took courage and again drew up for battle in the place where they had drawn up on the previous day. New Revised Standard Version The Israelites went up and wept before the LORD until the evening; and they inquired of the LORD, “Shall we again draw near to battle against our kinsfolk the Benjaminites?” And the LORD said, “Go up against them.” Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleBut the children of Israel rallied themselves, and once more set themselves in array in the same place where they had put themselves in array the first day. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And the sons of Israel were strengthened again, and they went again to array for war in the place where they were arrayed on the first day OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And the people, the men of Israel, encouraged themselves, and set the battle again in array in the place where they set themselves in array the first day. Brenton Septuagint Translation And the men of Israel strengthened themselves, and again engaged in battle in the place where they had engaged on the first day. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Civil War Against Benjamin…21And the Benjamites came out of Gibeah and cut down 22,000 Israelites on the battlefield that day. 22But the Israelite army took courage and again took their battle positions in the same place where they had arrayed themselves on the first day. 23They went up and wept before the LORD until evening, inquiring of Him, “Should we again draw near for battle against our brothers the Benjamites?” And the LORD answered, “Go up against them.”… Cross References Joshua 7:5-9 And the men of Ai struck down about thirty-six of them, chasing them from the gate as far as the quarries and striking them down on the slopes. So the hearts of the people melted and became like water. / Then Joshua tore his clothes and fell facedown before the ark of the LORD until evening, as did the elders of Israel; and they all sprinkled dust on their heads. / “O, Lord GOD,” Joshua said, “why did You ever bring this people across the Jordan to deliver us into the hand of the Amorites to be destroyed? If only we had been content to stay on the other side of the Jordan! ... 1 Samuel 30:6 And David was greatly distressed because the people spoke of stoning him, because the soul of every man grieved for his sons and daughters. But David found strength in the LORD his God. 2 Chronicles 20:3-4 Jehoshaphat was alarmed and set his face to seek the LORD. And he proclaimed a fast throughout Judah. / So the people of Judah gathered to seek the LORD, and indeed, they came from all the cities of Judah to seek Him. 2 Chronicles 14:11 Then Asa cried out to the LORD his God: “O LORD, there is no one besides You to help the powerless against the mighty. Help us, O LORD our God, for we rely on You, and in Your name we have come against this multitude. O LORD, You are our God. Do not let a mere mortal prevail against You.” 2 Chronicles 32:7-8 “Be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged before the king of Assyria and the vast army with him, for there is a greater One with us than with him. / With him is only the arm of flesh, but with us is the LORD our God to help us and to fight our battles.” So the people were strengthened by the words of Hezekiah king of Judah. Psalm 27:14 Wait patiently for the LORD; be strong and courageous. Wait patiently for the LORD! Psalm 31:24 Be strong and courageous, all you who hope in the LORD. Psalm 37:24 Though he falls, he will not be overwhelmed, for the LORD is holding his hand. Psalm 42:5 Why are you downcast, O my soul? Why the unease within me? Put your hope in God, for I will yet praise Him for the salvation of His presence. Isaiah 40:31 But those who wait upon the LORD will renew their strength; they will mount up with wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not faint. Isaiah 41:10 Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will surely help you; I will uphold you with My righteous right hand. Isaiah 41:13 For I am the LORD your God, who takes hold of your right hand and tells you: Do not fear, I will help you. Isaiah 50:7 Because the Lord GOD helps Me, I have not been disgraced; therefore I have set My face like flint, and I know that I will not be put to shame. Jeremiah 8:4 So you are to tell them this is what the LORD says: “Do men fall and not get up again? Does one turn away and not return? Jeremiah 46:28 And you, My servant Jacob, do not be afraid, declares the LORD, for I am with you. Though I will completely destroy all the nations to which I have banished you, I will not completely destroy you. Yet I will discipline you justly, and will by no means leave you unpunished.” Treasury of Scripture And the people the men of Israel encouraged themselves, and set their battle again in array in the place where they put themselves in array the first day. encouraged Judges 20:15,17 And the children of Benjamin were numbered at that time out of the cities twenty and six thousand men that drew sword, beside the inhabitants of Gibeah, which were numbered seven hundred chosen men… 1 Samuel 30:6 And David was greatly distressed; for the people spake of stoning him, because the soul of all the people was grieved, every man for his sons and for his daughters: but David encouraged himself in the LORD his God. 2 Samuel 11:25 Then David said unto the messenger, Thus shalt thou say unto Joab, Let not this thing displease thee, for the sword devoureth one as well as another: make thy battle more strong against the city, and overthrow it: and encourage thou him. Jump to Previous Add Arranged Array Arrayed Battle Courage Encouraged Heart Israel Line Order Position Positions Stationed Strengthen ThemselvesJump to Next Add Arranged Array Arrayed Battle Courage Encouraged Heart Israel Line Order Position Positions Stationed Strengthen ThemselvesJudges 20 1. The Levite in a general assembly declared his wrong8. The decree of the assembly 12. The Benjamites, being cited, make head against the Israelites 18. The Israelites in two battles lose forty thousand 26. They destroy by a plan all the Benjamites, except six hundred. But the Israelite army took courage The Israelites, after suffering a defeat, found renewed strength and determination. This reflects a recurring biblical theme where God's people find courage in adversity, often through divine encouragement or remembrance of God's past faithfulness. The concept of taking courage is echoed in Joshua 1:9, where God commands Joshua to be strong and courageous. This phrase suggests a reliance on God for strength, a common motif in the Old Testament. and again took their battle positions in the same place where they had arrayed themselves on the first day. Persons / Places / Events 1. The Men of IsraelThe collective tribes of Israel, excluding Benjamin, who are engaged in a civil war against the tribe of Benjamin due to the grievous sin committed in Gibeah. 2. Gibeah A city in the territory of Benjamin where a heinous crime was committed, leading to the conflict between the tribe of Benjamin and the other Israelite tribes. 3. The Battle The ongoing conflict between the Israelites and the Benjamites, which is part of a larger account of justice and retribution for the crime in Gibeah. 4. Encouragement and Positioning The Israelites, despite previous setbacks, encourage themselves and prepare to continue the battle, demonstrating resilience and determination. 5. The First Day Refers to the initial day of battle, indicating that the Israelites are returning to their original positions, showing persistence in their cause. Teaching Points The Power of EncouragementEncouragement is vital in times of distress and defeat. The Israelites' ability to encourage themselves is a testament to the power of collective morale and faith. Resilience in Adversity Despite previous losses, the Israelites' decision to take their positions again teaches us the importance of resilience and persistence in pursuing justice and righteousness. The Role of Community The collective action of the Israelites highlights the importance of community support and unity in facing challenges. Faith and Action While faith is crucial, it must be accompanied by action. The Israelites' preparation for battle shows the balance between trusting God and taking practical steps. Learning from Past Mistakes Returning to their original positions suggests a reflection on past strategies and a willingness to learn and adapt, which is essential in our spiritual journey. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Judges 20How plausible is it that just 232 junior officers could rout a massive Aramean army (1 Kings 20:15-21)? How did Jehoshaphat's army manage to march forth singing and then gather the spoils without engaging in a standard military offensive (2 Chronicles 20:21-25)? Psalm 20:7 - Does this portrayal of military reliance contradict biblical accounts where God commands battle preparations? Psalm 55:9 calls on God to 'confuse the wicked.' Where is the historical evidence of such a miraculous mass confusion?(22) Encouraged themselves.--Trusting, as the Vulgate adds, in their courage and numbers. Hebrew But the Israeliteאִ֣ישׁ (’îš) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 376: A man as an individual, a male person army הָעָ֖ם (hā·‘ām) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 5971: A people, a tribe, troops, attendants, a flock took courage וַיִּתְחַזֵּ֥ק (way·yiṯ·ḥaz·zêq) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hitpael - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 2388: To fasten upon, to seize, be strong, obstinate, to bind, restrain, conquer and again וַיֹּסִ֙פוּ֙ (way·yō·si·p̄ū) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 3254: To add, augment took their battle מִלְחָמָ֔ה (mil·ḥā·māh) Noun - feminine singular Strong's 4421: A battle, war positions לַעֲרֹ֣ךְ (la·‘ă·rōḵ) Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct Strong's 6186: To set in a, row, arrange, put in order in the same place בַּמָּק֕וֹם (bam·mā·qō·wm) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 4725: A standing, a spot, a condition where אֲשֶׁר־ (’ă·šer-) Pronoun - relative Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that they had arrayed themselves עָ֥רְכוּ (‘ā·rə·ḵū) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person common plural Strong's 6186: To set in a, row, arrange, put in order on the first הָרִאשֽׁוֹן׃ (hā·ri·šō·wn) Article | Adjective - masculine singular Strong's 7223: First, in place, time, rank day. בַּיּ֥וֹם (bay·yō·wm) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3117: A day Links Judges 20:22 NIVJudges 20:22 NLT Judges 20:22 ESV Judges 20:22 NASB Judges 20:22 KJV Judges 20:22 BibleApps.com Judges 20:22 Biblia Paralela Judges 20:22 Chinese Bible Judges 20:22 French Bible Judges 20:22 Catholic Bible OT History: Judges 20:22 The people the men of Israel encouraged (Jd Judg. 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