Judges 20:30
New International Version
They went up against the Benjamites on the third day and took up positions against Gibeah as they had done before.

New Living Translation
They went out on the third day and took their positions at the same place as before.

English Standard Version
And the people of Israel went up against the people of Benjamin on the third day and set themselves in array against Gibeah, as at other times.

Berean Standard Bible
On the third day the Israelites went up against the Benjamites and arrayed themselves against Gibeah as they had done before.

King James Bible
And the children of Israel went up against the children of Benjamin on the third day, and put themselves in array against Gibeah, as at other times.

New King James Version
And the children of Israel went up against the children of Benjamin on the third day, and put themselves in battle array against Gibeah as at the other times.

New American Standard Bible
And the sons of Israel went up against the sons of Benjamin on the third day and lined up against Gibeah as at other times.

NASB 1995
The sons of Israel went up against the sons of Benjamin on the third day and arrayed themselves against Gibeah as at other times.

NASB 1977
And the sons of Israel went up against the sons of Benjamin on the third day and arrayed themselves against Gibeah, as at other times.

Legacy Standard Bible
And the sons of Israel went up against the sons of Benjamin on the third day and arrayed themselves against Gibeah as at other times.

Amplified Bible
The [fighting men of the] sons of Israel went up against the sons of Benjamin on the third day and placed themselves in battle formation against Gibeah as at other times.

Christian Standard Bible
On the third day the Israelites fought against the Benjaminites and took their battle positions against Gibeah as before.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
On the third day the Israelites fought against the Benjaminites and took their battle positions against Gibeah as before.

American Standard Version
And the children of Israel went up against the children of Benjamin on the third day, and set themselves in array against Gibeah, as at other times.

Contemporary English Version
Then the next day, they took the same positions as twice before,

English Revised Version
And the children of Israel went up against the children of Benjamin on the third day, and set themselves in array against Gibeah, as at other times.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
On the third day the men of Israel went to fight the men of Benjamin. They formed their battle line facing Gibeah as they did before.

Good News Translation
Then for the third straight day they marched against the army of Benjamin and placed their soldiers in battle position facing Gibeah, as they had done before.

International Standard Version
The Israelis went out against the descendants of Benjamin on the third day, arraying themselves against Gibeah as they had done previously.

Majority Standard Bible
On the third day the Israelites went up against the Benjamites and arrayed themselves against Gibeah as they had done before.

NET Bible
The Israelites attacked the Benjaminites the next day; they took their positions against Gibeah just as they had done before.

New Heart English Bible
The children of Israel went up against the people of Benjamin on the third day, and set themselves in array against Gibeah, as at other times.

Webster's Bible Translation
And the children of Israel went up against the children of Benjamin on the third day, and put themselves in array against Gibeah, as at other times.

World English Bible
The children of Israel went up against the children of Benjamin on the third day, and set themselves in array against Gibeah, as at other times.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and the sons of Israel go up against the sons of Benjamin on the third day, and arrange themselves against Gibeah, as time by time.

Young's Literal Translation
and the sons of Israel go up against the sons of Benjamin, on the third day, and arrange themselves against Gibeah, as time by time.

Smith's Literal Translation
And the sons of Israel will go up to the sons of Benjamin in the third day, and they will set in array against Gibeah as once upon once.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And they drew up their army against Benjamin the third time, as they had done the first and second.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And they brought out their army against Benjamin a third time, just as they had done on the first and second times.

New American Bible
When the Israelites went up against the Benjaminites on the third day, they drew up against Gibeah as on other occasions.

New Revised Standard Version
Then the Israelites went up against the Benjaminites on the third day, and set themselves in array against Gibeah, as before.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Then the children of Israel went up against the Benjamites on the third day., and put themselves in array against Gibeah, as at other times.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And the sons of Israel went up against the sons of Benjamin on the third day, and they were arrayed against Gebah as at all times
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And the children of Israel went up against the children of Benjamin on the third day, and set themselves in array against Gibeah, as at other times.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And the children of Israel went up against the children of Benjamin on the third day, and arrayed themselves against Gabaa as before.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Civil War Against Benjamin
29So Israel set up an ambush around Gibeah. 30On the third day the Israelites went up against the Benjamites and arrayed themselves against Gibeah as they had done before. 31The Benjamites came out against them and were drawn away from the city. They began to attack the people as before, killing about thirty men of Israel in the fields and on the roads, one of which led up to Bethel and the other to Gibeah.…

Cross References
Joshua 8:5-7
Then I and all the troops with me will advance on the city. When they come out against us as they did the first time, we will flee from them. / They will pursue us until we have drawn them away from the city, for they will say, ‘The Israelites are running away from us as they did before.’ So as we flee from them, / you are to rise from the ambush and seize the city, for the LORD your God will deliver it into your hand.

Judges 8:10-12
Now Zebah and Zalmunna were in Karkor with their army of about fifteen thousand men—all that were left of the armies of the people of the east. A hundred and twenty thousand swordsmen had already fallen. / And Gideon went up by way of the caravan route east of Nobah and Jogbehah, and he attacked their army, taking them by surprise. / When Zebah and Zalmunna fled, Gideon pursued and captured these two kings of Midian, routing their entire army.

1 Samuel 4:2
The Philistines arrayed themselves against Israel, and as the battle spread, Israel was defeated by the Philistines, who struck down about four thousand men on the battlefield.

2 Samuel 2:25-28
The Benjamites rallied to Abner, formed a single unit, and took their stand atop a hill. / Then Abner called out to Joab: “Must the sword devour forever? Do you not realize that this will only end in bitterness? How long before you tell the troops to stop pursuing their brothers?” / “As surely as God lives,” Joab replied, “if you had not spoken up, the troops would have continued pursuing their brothers until morning.” ...

2 Chronicles 13:13-17
Now Jeroboam had sent troops around to ambush from the rear, so that while he was in front of Judah, the ambush was behind them. / When Judah turned and discovered that the battle was both before and behind them, they cried out to the LORD. Then the priests blew the trumpets, / and the men of Judah raised the battle cry. And when they raised the cry, God routed Jeroboam and all Israel before Abijah and Judah. ...

Joshua 8:14-22
When the king of Ai saw the Israelites, he hurried out early in the morning with the men of the city to engage them in battle at an appointed place overlooking the Arabah. But he did not know that an ambush had been set up against him behind the city. / Joshua and all Israel let themselves be beaten back before them, and they fled toward the wilderness. / Then all the men of Ai were summoned to pursue them, and they followed Joshua and were drawn away from the city. ...

1 Samuel 15:3
Now go and attack the Amalekites and devote to destruction all that belongs to them. Do not spare them, but put to death men and women, children and infants, oxen and sheep, camels and donkeys.’”

2 Samuel 5:22-25
Once again the Philistines came up and spread out in the Valley of Rephaim. / So David inquired of the LORD, who answered, “Do not march straight up, but circle around behind them and attack them in front of the balsam trees. / As soon as you hear the sound of marching in the tops of the balsam trees, move quickly, because this will mean that the LORD has gone out before you to strike the camp of the Philistines.” ...

1 Kings 20:29-30
For seven days the armies camped opposite each other, and on the seventh day the battle ensued, and the Israelites struck down the Arameans—a hundred thousand foot soldiers in one day. / The rest of them fled into the city of Aphek, where the wall fell on twenty-seven thousand of the remaining men. Ben-hadad also fled to the city and hid in an inner room.

2 Kings 3:24
But when the Moabites came to the camp of Israel, the Israelites rose up and attacked them, and they fled before them. So the Israelites invaded their land and struck down the Moabites.

2 Chronicles 20:22-24
The moment they began their shouts and praises, the LORD set ambushes against the men of Ammon, Moab, and Mount Seir who had come against Judah, and they were defeated. / The Ammonites and Moabites rose up against the inhabitants of Mount Seir, devoting them to destruction. And when they had finished off the inhabitants of Seir, they helped to destroy one another. / When the men of Judah came to a place overlooking the wilderness, they looked for the vast army, but there were only corpses lying on the ground; no one had escaped.

Matthew 24:16-18
then let those who are in Judea flee to the mountains. / Let no one on the housetop come down to retrieve anything from his house. / And let no one in the field return for his cloak.

Luke 21:21
Then let those who are in Judea flee to the mountains, let those in the city get out, and let those in the country stay out of the city.

Romans 15:4
For everything that was written in the past was written for our instruction, so that through endurance and the encouragement of the Scriptures, we might have hope.

1 Corinthians 10:11
Now these things happened to them as examples and were written down as warnings for us, on whom the fulfillment of the ages has come.


Treasury of Scripture

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Judges 20
1. The Levite in a general assembly declared his wrong
8. 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.














On the third day
The phrase "on the third day" is significant throughout Scripture, often symbolizing a period of trial followed by deliverance or revelation. In Hebrew culture, the third day can represent divine intervention or a turning point. This timing echoes other biblical events, such as Jonah's deliverance from the fish and Jesus' resurrection, both occurring on the third day. Here, it suggests a pivotal moment in the conflict between the Israelites and the Benjamites, indicating that God’s plan is unfolding according to His divine timing.

the Israelites
The term "the Israelites" refers to the descendants of Jacob, also known as Israel. This collective identity is crucial, as it underscores their covenant relationship with God. The Israelites are portrayed as God's chosen people, tasked with upholding His laws and demonstrating His sovereignty. In this context, their actions against the Benjamites are seen as an attempt to restore justice and righteousness within the nation, reflecting their role as enforcers of divine law.

went up against the Benjamites
The phrase "went up against the Benjamites" indicates a military confrontation. The Benjamites, one of the twelve tribes of Israel, had become embroiled in sin and violence, necessitating this conflict. Historically, this internal strife highlights the challenges of maintaining unity and holiness within the covenant community. The Israelites' decision to confront their brethren underscores the seriousness of sin and the need for accountability among God's people.

and took their battle positions
"Taking battle positions" implies strategic preparation and readiness for conflict. This phrase suggests a disciplined and organized approach to warfare, reflecting the Israelites' determination and resolve. Spiritually, it can be seen as a metaphor for the believer's need to be prepared and equipped to face spiritual battles, standing firm in faith and righteousness.

against Gibeah
Gibeah was a city within the territory of Benjamin, notorious for the grievous sin committed there, which led to this conflict. The mention of Gibeah serves as a reminder of the consequences of moral decay and the importance of communal purity. Archaeologically, Gibeah has been identified with Tell el-Ful, providing tangible evidence of its historical existence and significance.

as they had done before
This phrase indicates a repeated action, suggesting persistence and determination. The Israelites' previous attempts to confront the Benjamites had ended in failure, yet they continued to seek justice. This persistence can inspire believers to remain steadfast in their pursuit of righteousness, even when faced with setbacks, trusting in God's ultimate plan and timing.

Verse 30. - As at other times, or, this time as the other times (see the same phrase, ver. 31, Judges 16:20; Numbers 24:20).

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
On the third
הַשְּׁלִישִׁ֑י (haš·šə·lî·šî)
Article | Number - ordinal masculine singular
Strong's 7992: Third, feminine a, third, a third, a third-story cell)

day
בַּיּ֣וֹם (bay·yō·wm)
Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 3117: A day

the Israelites
בְנֵֽי־ (ḇə·nê-)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1121: A son

went up
וַיַּעֲל֧וּ (way·ya·‘ă·lū)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 5927: To ascend, in, actively

against
אֶל־ (’el-)
Preposition
Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to

the Benjamites
בְּנֵ֥י (bə·nê)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1121: A son

and arrayed themselves
וַיַּעַרְכ֥וּ (way·ya·‘ar·ḵū)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 6186: To set in a, row, arrange, put in order

against
אֶל־ (’el-)
Preposition
Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to

Gibeah
הַגִּבְעָ֖ה (hag·giḇ·‘āh)
Article | Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 1390: Gibeah -- 'hill', three cities in Palestine

as they had done before.
כְּפַ֥עַם (kə·p̄a·‘am)
Preposition-k | Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 6471: A beat, foot, anvil, occurrence


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