Jump to: Hitchcock's • Smith's • ATS • ISBE • Easton's • Concordance • Thesaurus • Greek • Hebrew • Library • Subtopics • Terms Topical Encyclopedia Introduction: Barak is a significant figure in the Old Testament, known for his role as a military leader during the time of the Judges. His account is primarily found in the Book of Judges, chapters 4 and 5. Barak's narrative is intertwined with that of the prophetess Deborah, who played a crucial role in guiding Israel during a period of oppression. Historical Context: Barak lived during the time of the Judges, a period characterized by a cyclical pattern of Israel's disobedience, oppression by foreign powers, cries for deliverance, and subsequent deliverance by judges raised by God. This era followed the conquest of Canaan and preceded the establishment of the monarchy in Israel. Biblical Account: Barak's account is introduced in Judges 4. The Israelites were oppressed by Jabin, the king of Canaan, whose military commander was Sisera. Deborah, a prophetess and judge of Israel, summoned Barak and conveyed God's command to him: "Go, deploy the troops at Mount Tabor, taking ten thousand men of Naphtali and Zebulun with you. And I will draw out Sisera the commander of Jabin’s army, his chariots, and his multitude at the River Kishon; and I will deliver him into your hand" (Judges 4:6-7). Barak, however, expressed reluctance to go without Deborah's presence, saying, "If you will go with me, I will go; but if you will not go with me, I will not go" (Judges 4:8). Deborah agreed to accompany him but prophesied that the honor of victory would go to a woman, not to Barak. Barak gathered his forces and, with Deborah, led them to Mount Tabor. The Lord routed Sisera and his chariots, and Sisera fled on foot. He sought refuge in the tent of Jael, the wife of Heber the Kenite. Jael killed Sisera by driving a tent peg through his temple while he slept, thus fulfilling Deborah's prophecy that a woman would claim the honor of victory. The Song of Deborah and Barak: Judges 5 records the Song of Deborah and Barak, a poetic retelling of the victory over Sisera. This song praises the Lord for His deliverance and highlights the courage and faith of those who participated in the battle. It also serves as a reminder of the consequences of failing to heed God's call. Character and Legacy: Barak is often remembered for his initial hesitance and reliance on Deborah's presence. However, his faith and obedience to God's command ultimately led to a significant victory for Israel. Barak is listed among the heroes of faith in Hebrews 11:32, which underscores his role in God's redemptive history despite his initial doubts. Theological Significance: Barak's account illustrates the importance of faith and obedience in the face of overwhelming odds. It also highlights the role of women in God's plan, as seen in the leadership of Deborah and the decisive action of Jael. Barak's reliance on Deborah's guidance reflects the necessity of spiritual leadership and the power of God's word delivered through His prophets. Conclusion: Barak's narrative is a testament to God's sovereignty and faithfulness in delivering His people. His account encourages believers to trust in God's promises and to act courageously, even when circumstances seem daunting. Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary BarakSmith's Bible Dictionary Barak(lightning), son of Abinoam of Kedesh, a refuge city in Mount Naphtali, was incited by Deborah, a prophetess of Ephraim, to deliver Israel from the yolk of Jabin. Judges 4. He utterly routed the Canaanites int eh plain of Jezreel (Esdraelon). (B.C. 1291-1251.) ATS Bible Dictionary BarakThe son of Abinoam, of Kedesh in the tribe of Naphtali. God summoned him, by means of Deborah the prophetess, to release Israel from the yoke of Jabin king of Canaan. Having first secured the attendance of the prophetess, he gathered 10,000 men, and stationed them on Mount Tabor, perhaps to avoid the enemies' 900 chariots of iron, Jud 4:3. God fought for Israel in the battle, which ensued, and the song of Deborah and Barak, Jud 5:1-31 chronicles their victory. The name of Barak is enrolled among those illustrious for faith, He 12:29. Easton's Bible Dictionary Lightning, the son of Abinoam (Judges 4:6). At the summons of Deborah he made war against Jabin. She accompanied him into the battle, and gave the signal for the little army to make the attack; in which the host of Jabin was completely routed. The battle was fought (Judges 4:16) in the plain of Jezreel (q.v.). This deliverance of Israel is commemorated in Judges 5. Barak's faith is commended (Hebrews 11:32). "The character of Barak, though pious, does not seem to have been heroic. Like Gideon, and in a sense Samson, he is an illustration of the words in Hebrews 11:34, 'Out of weakness were made strong.'" (see DEBORAH.) International Standard Bible Encyclopedia BARAKba'-rak (baraq, "lightning flash"): The name occurs in Sabeanbarqac, in Palmyrene baraq, and in Punic Barcas, as surname of Hamilcar; and as Divine name in Assyrian Ramman-Birqu and Gibil-Birqu (Del. Assyrian, HWB, 187). Barak was the son of Abinoam of Kedesh, a refuge city in Mt. Naphtali. He was summoned by the prophetess Deborah to lead his countrymen to war against the Canaanites under the leadership of Sisera. From the celebrated ode of Deborah we gather that Israel suffered at the hand of the enemy; the caravan roads were in danger, traffic almost ceased; the cultivated country was plundered (Judges 5:6, 7). The fighting men in Israel were disarmed, a shield was not to be seen nor a spear among forty thousand men (Judges 5:8). The prophetess raised the signal of struggle for independence. Soon Barak came to her aid. With an army of 10,000 men-according to Judges 4:10 they were all drawn from Zebulun and Naphtali, whereas Judges 5:13-18 adds Benjamin, Machir and Issachar to the list of faithful tribes-Barak, accompanied by Deborah, rushed to the summit of Mt. Tabor. This location was very favorable to the rudely armed Israelites in warding off the danger of the well-armed enemy. The wooded slopes protected them against the chariots of the Canaanites. In addition they were within striking distance should the enemy expose himself on the march. Under the heavy rainfall the alluvial plain became a morass, in which the heavy-armed troops found it impossible to move. Soon the little stream Kishon was filled with chariots, horses and Canaanites. Sisera abandoned his chariot and fled on foot. Barak pursued him and found him murdered by Jael in her tent. This completed the victory. See BEDAN; Moore, "Judges," at the place. Greek 913. Barak -- Barak, a commander of the Isr. ... 912, 913. Barak. 914 . Barak, a commander of the Isr. Part of Speech: Proper Noun, Indeclinable Transliteration: Barak Phonetic ... //strongsnumbers.com/greek2/913.htm - 6k Strong's Hebrew 1288. barak -- to kneel, bless... 1287, 1288. barak. 1289 . to kneel, bless. Transliteration: barak Phonetic Spelling: (baw-rak') Short Definition: blessed. ... 1287, 1288. barak. 1289 . ... /hebrew/1288.htm - 6k 42. Abinoam -- "my father is delight," the father of Barak 1301. Baraq -- "flash of lightning," an Israelite leader 1139. Bene-beraq -- "sons of lightning," a city in Dan 2616. chacad -- to be good, kind 3000. Yeberekyahu -- "Yah blesses," the name of several Israelites 1293. berakah -- a blessing 1295. berekah -- a pool, pond 1263. Baruk -- "blessed," three Israelites 1292. Barakel -- "El does bless," the father of one of Job's ... Library How the Canaanites Brought the Israelites under Slavery for Twenty ... 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