What is the meaning of Judges 1:15? Give me a blessing Achsah’s first words to her father Caleb are a direct, faith–filled petition. She is convinced her father wants to bless her, just as Scripture shows earthly fathers delighting in blessing their children (Genesis 27:28-29; Luke 11:11-13). • “Blessing” in Scripture carries the idea of God-backed favor and tangible good (Genesis 12:2; Deuteronomy 28:8). • Her request models how believers may confidently ask God for what is needed, trusting His willingness to give “every spiritual blessing in the heavenly realms” (Ephesians 1:3). she answered Achsah’s reply flows from respectful boldness. She does not hesitate once her husband Othniel has secured the land, but immediately steps forward (Joshua 15:17-18). • Faith responds, it doesn’t remain silent (Hebrews 4:16). • The wording shows both gratitude and expectancy—qualities Jesus later commends when encouraging persistent prayer (Luke 18:1-8). Since you have given me land in the Negev The Negev is arid; without water the inheritance would be difficult to farm. Achsah acknowledges the gift already received while recognizing its practical limitations. • Scripture commends thankful acknowledgment of what God has done (Psalm 103:2; Colossians 2:6-7). • She speaks honestly about the challenges ahead, echoing biblical realism seen in Nehemiah’s assessment of Jerusalem’s walls (Nehemiah 2:17-18). give me springs of water as well Water means life, prosperity, and future fruitfulness—essentials in a desert region (Deuteronomy 8:7). • Her request illustrates how believers may ask for the ongoing provision that makes an inheritance usable (Isaiah 44:3). • Springs evoke the living water Jesus promises to His followers (John 4:14; John 7:37-38), reminding us that spiritual resources accompany God’s material gifts. So Caleb gave her both the upper and lower springs Caleb’s generous response exceeds the immediate need, granting double supply. • His action pictures the Father who “is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine” (Ephesians 3:20) and who gives “every good and perfect gift” (James 1:17). • Upper springs signify water flowing from higher elevations—constant, refreshing; lower springs serve the valleys—accessible, plentiful. Together they represent complete provision for every circumstance (Philippians 4:19). summary Judges 1:15 shows Achsah confidently seeking additional provision for the land her father already gave her. Her bold, grateful request and Caleb’s abundant answer teach that God delights to supply what is necessary for His people to thrive. We are encouraged to acknowledge His past gifts, recognize present needs, and ask expectantly, trusting Him to respond with overflowing generosity. |
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