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Then the children of Ammon were gathered together, and encamped in Gilead. The children of Israel assembled themselves together, and encamped in Mizpah.
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Setting the Stage for Battle
Commentators explain that this verse sets the stage for the main conflict. The Ammonites gather in Gilead, posing a direct threat, while the Israelites assemble at a strategic, elevated location named Mizpah, which means 'watchtower.' This geographical setup highlights the defensive posture of Israel as they prepare to face their enemy.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
The historian, having recounted the preliminary events, now comes to the culminating event that is the subject of his narrative. On one particular …
19th Century
Anglican
Then. —Rather, and, a general note of time.
Were gathered together. —Literally, were cried tog…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Then the children of Ammon were gathered together By a crier, as Jarchi; they had passed over Jordan, as in ([Refere…
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