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The kings came and fought; Then fought the kings of Canaan. In Taanach by the waters of Megiddo: They took no gain of money.
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A Formidable Alliance
The song emphasizes that Israel faced not just one army but a powerful coalition of "the kings of Canaan." Commentators explain this was a formidable alliance of rulers who joined forces against Israel, underscoring the overwhelming odds and making God's subsequent victory even more miraculous.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
The Canaanite hosts are now described, led to battle by their numerous kings. (Compare to Joshua 12:21.)
They took no gain of money –…
19th Century
Anglican
The kings.— Compare to Joshua 11:1. Jabin did not stand alone.
In Taanach. —See Judges 1:27. The word mean…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
The kings came Who were with Sisera, as the Targum adds; unless Deborah can be thought to refer to the battle, suppo…
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