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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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Albert Barnes
On Judges 10:17
18th Century
Theologian
The historian, having recounted the preliminary events, now comes to the culminating event that is the subject of his narrative. On one particular …
Charles Ellicott
On Judges 10:17
19th Century
Bishop
Then. —Rather, and, a general note of time.
Were gathered together. —Literally, were cried tog…
John Gill
On Judges 10:17
17th Century
Pastor
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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Matthew Henry
On Judges 10:10–18
17th Century
Minister
God is able to multiply people's punishments according to the number of their sins and idols. But there is hope when sinners cry to the Lord for he…