Judges 12:13
Judges 12:13 in Multiple Translations
After Elon, Abdon son of Hillel, from Pirathon, judged Israel.
¶ And after him Abdon the son of Hillel, a Pirathonite, judged Israel.
And after him Abdon the son of Hillel the Pirathonite judged Israel.
And after him, Abdon, the son of Hillel, the Pirathonite, was judge of Israel.
After him, Abdon, son of Hillel, from Pirathon, led Israel as judge.
And after him Abdon the sonne of Hillel the Pirathonite iudged Israel.
And after him, Abdon son of Hillel, the Pirathonite, judgeth Israel,
After him, Abdon the son of Hillel the Pirathonite judged Israel.
And after him Abdon the son of Hillel, a Pirathonite, judged Israel.
After him Abdon, the son of Illel, a Pharathonite, judged Israel:
After Elon died, a man named Abdon who was the son of Hillel, from Pirathon city, in the area where the tribe of Ephraim live became the leader of the Israeli people.
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Judges 12:13 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וַ/יִּשְׁפֹּ֥ט
אַחֲרָ֖י/ו
אֶת
יִשְׂרָאֵ֑ל
עַבְדּ֥וֹן
בֶּן
הִלֵּ֖ל
הַ/פִּרְעָתוֹנִֽי
וַ/יִּשְׁפֹּ֥ט
shâphaṭ
H8199
to judge
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
אַחֲרָ֖י/ו
ʼachar
H310
after
Prep | Suff
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
יִשְׂרָאֵ֑ל
Yisrâʼêl
H3478
Israel
N-proper
עַבְדּ֥וֹן
ʻAbdôwn
H5658
Abdon
N-proper
בֶּן
bên
H1121
son
N-ms
הִלֵּ֖ל
Hillêl
H1985
Hillel
N-proper
הַ/פִּרְעָתוֹנִֽי
Pirʻâthôwnîy
H6553
Pirathon
Art | Ngmsa
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Hebrew Word Reference — Judges 12:13
וַ/יִּשְׁפֹּ֥ט
shâphaṭ
H8199
"to judge"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
To shaphat means to judge or govern, and can also mean to vindicate or punish. In the Bible, this term is often used to describe God's role as a judge, as well as human judges and rulers.
Definition: 1) to judge, govern, vindicate, punish 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to act as law-giver or judge or governor (of God, man) 1a1a) to rule, govern, judge 1a2) to decide controversy (of God, man) 1a3) to execute judgment 1a3a) discriminating (of man) 1a3b) vindicating 1a3c) condemning and punishing 1a3d) at theophanic advent for final judgment 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to enter into controversy, plead, have controversy together 1b2) to be judged 1c) (Poel) judge, opponent-at-law (participle)
Usage: Occurs in 182 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] avenge, [idiom] that condemn, contend, defend, execute (judgment), (be a) judge(-ment), [idiom] needs, plead, reason, rule. See also: Genesis 16:5; Psalms 9:5; Psalms 2:10.
אַחֲרָ֖י/ו
ʼachar
H310
"after"
Prep | Suff
Achar means backwards or after, used to describe something that happens later or in the rear. It is used in various senses in the Bible, including in 1 Kings 12:18.
Definition: 1) after the following part, behind (of place), hinder, afterwards (of time) 1a) as an adverb 1a1) behind (of place) 1a2) afterwards (of time) 1b) as a preposition 1b1) behind, after (of place) 1b2) after (of time) 1b3) besides 1c) as a conjunction 1c) after that 1d) as a substantive 1d1) hinder part 1e) with other prepositions 1e1) from behind 1e2) from following after
Usage: Occurs in 664 OT verses. KJV: after (that, -ward), again, at, away from, back (from, -side), behind, beside, by, follow (after, -ing), forasmuch, from, hereafter, hinder end, [phrase] out (over) live, [phrase] persecute, posterity, pursuing, remnant, seeing, since, thence(-forth), when, with. See also: Genesis 5:4; Exodus 18:2; Joshua 8:14.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
יִשְׂרָאֵ֑ל
Yisrâʼêl
H3478
"Israel"
N-proper
Israel is the symbolic name of Jacob, also referring to his descendants. Jacob, son of Isaac and Rebekah, had 12 sons who became the tribes of Israel, as told in Genesis 25:26. His story is crucial to the Bible's narrative.
Definition: A man living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.25.26; son of: Isaac (H3327) and Rebekah (H7259); brother of: Esau (H6215); married to Rachel (H7354), Leah (H3812), Zilpah (H2153) and Bilhah (H1090A); father of: Reuben (H7205), Simeon (H8095), Levi (H3878), Judah (H3063), Dan (H1835H), Naphtali (H5321), Gad (H1410), Asher (H0836), Issachar (H3485), Zebulun (H2074), Dinah (H1783), Joseph (H3130) and Benjamin (H1144); also called Jacob frequently § Israel = "God prevails" 1) the second name for Jacob given to him by God after his wrestling with the angel at Peniel 2) the name of the descendants and the nation of the descendants of Jacob 2a) the name of the nation until the death of Solomon and the split 2b) the name used and given to the northern kingdom consisting of the 10 tribes under Jeroboam; the southern kingdom was known as Judah 2c) the name of the nation after the return from exile
Usage: Occurs in 2231 OT verses. KJV: Israel. See also: Genesis 32:29; Exodus 13:18; Exodus 40:38.
עַבְדּ֥וֹן
ʻAbdôwn
H5658
"Abdon"
N-proper
Abdon was a place in Palestine and also the name of four Israelites, including a judge and a Benjamite. His name means servile or servant, and he is mentioned in 2 Kings and 2 Chronicles.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Ki.22.12; son of: Micaiah (H4320); father of: Elnathan (H0494K); also called Abdon at 2Ch.34.20; Another name of akh.bor (עַכְבּוֹר "Achbor" H5907H) § Abdon = "servile" 1) a judge of Israel in the time of the judges; perhaps the same as 'Bedan' 2) a Benjamite, son of Shashak 3) a Gibeonite, son of Jehiel and a grandson of Gideon 4) son of Micah in the time of king Josiah of Judah; also 'Achbor' 5) a city in Asher allotted to the Gershonite Levites; located 10 miles (16 km) north of Accho; modern 'Abdeh'
Usage: Occurs in 8 OT verses. KJV: Abdon. Compare H5683 (עֶבְרֹן). See also: Joshua 21:30; 1 Chronicles 8:23; 2 Chronicles 34:20.
בֶּן
bên
H1121
"son"
N-ms
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
הִלֵּ֖ל
Hillêl
H1985
"Hillel"
N-proper
Hillel was an Israelite mentioned in Judges 12:13, the father of Abdon, a judge in Israel. His name means praising God, reflecting his faith.
Definition: A man living before Israel's Monarchy, first mentioned at Jdg.12.13; father of: Abdon (H5658H) § Hillel = "praising" a native of Pirathon in Mount Ephraim, the father of Abdon the judge
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Hillel. See also: Judges 12:13; Judges 12:15.
הַ/פִּרְעָתוֹנִֽי
Pirʻâthôwnîy
H6553
"Pirathon"
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A Pirathonite was an inhabitant of Pirathon, a town in Ephraim. The word describes someone who lived in this specific location, which was known for its noble or princely status. The Pirathonites are mentioned in the Bible as a distinct group of people.
Definition: Pirathonite, of Pirathon "princely" an inhabitant of Pirathon Another spelling of pir.a.ton (פִּרְעָתוֹן "Pirathon" H6552)
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: Pirathonite. See also: Judges 12:13; 2 Samuel 23:30; 1 Chronicles 27:14.
Study Notes — Judges 12:13
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- Gill's Exposition on Judges 12:13
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Judges 12:13
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- Ellicott's Commentary on Judges 12:13
- Cambridge Bible on Judges 12:13
- Barnes' Notes on Judges 12:13
- Whedon's Commentary on Judges 12:13
Context — Ibzan, Elon, and Abdon
11After Ibzan, Elon the Zebulunite judged Israel ten years.
12Then Elon the Zebulunite died, and he was buried in Aijalon in the land of Zebulun.
13After Elon, Abdon son of Hillel, from Pirathon, judged Israel.
14He had forty sons and thirty grandsons, who rode on seventy donkeys. And he judged Israel eight years. 15Then Abdon son of Hillel, from Pirathon, died, and he was buried at Pirathon in Ephraim, in the hill country of the Amalekites.Judges 12:13 Summary
Judges 12:13 tells us that after Elon died, Abdon, the son of Hillel from Pirathon, became the next judge of Israel. This means that Abdon was chosen to lead the nation and make important decisions for the people, similar to how Moses was chosen by God to lead the Israelites, as seen in Exodus 3:1-4:17. As a leader, Abdon would have had to make wise decisions and rely on God for guidance, just like other biblical leaders, such as Joshua, who trusted God to lead the Israelites into the Promised Land, as mentioned in Joshua 1:1-9. By studying Abdon's story, we can learn more about what it means to be a leader and how to follow God's will, as encouraged in Proverbs 3:5-6 and Jeremiah 29:11.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Abdon and what role did he play in the biblical narrative?
Abdon, son of Hillel, was a judge of Israel, as seen in Judges 12:13, and he played a significant role in leading the nation after the death of Elon, as mentioned in Judges 12:11-12, similar to other judges like Othniel in Judges 3:9-11.
What can be inferred about Abdon's leadership style based on the information provided in Judges 12:13?
Although the Bible does not provide detailed information about Abdon's leadership style, his ability to judge Israel, as stated in Judges 12:13, suggests that he was a capable leader, possibly similar to Deborah, who judged Israel with wisdom, as seen in Judges 4:4-5.
How does Abdon's story relate to the broader context of the book of Judges?
Abdon's story is part of a cycle of leadership in the book of Judges, where a judge rises, leads the people, and then dies, as seen in the stories of other judges like Ehud in Judges 3:12-30 and Shamgar in Judges 3:31, highlighting the need for ongoing leadership and guidance in the nation of Israel, as mentioned in Judges 2:10-19.
What does Abdon's background, being from Pirathon, indicate about his role as a judge?
Abdon's background, being from Pirathon, as mentioned in Judges 12:13, may suggest that he was a local leader or had connections to the region, which could have influenced his ability to judge Israel effectively, similar to how Moses' experience leading the Israelites in the wilderness prepared him for his role, as seen in Exodus 3:1 and Numbers 12:3.
Reflection Questions
- What qualities do you think are essential for a leader, like Abdon, to have in order to effectively judge a nation, and how can you apply those qualities in your own life?
- How does the cycle of leadership in the book of Judges, including Abdon's story, relate to your own experiences with leadership and authority?
- What can be learned from the fact that Abdon is mentioned as a judge after Elon's death, and how can this impact your understanding of the importance of leadership succession?
- In what ways can you, like Abdon, use your position or influence to serve others and lead them in a positive direction, as encouraged in Matthew 20:26 and Mark 10:43-45?
Gill's Exposition on Judges 12:13
And after him Abdon the son of Hillell, a Pirathonite, judged Israel. So called from Pirathon, where he was born, and which was in the tribe of Ephraim, as appears from Jude 12:15.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Judges 12:13
And after him Abdon the son of Hillel, a Pirathonite, judged Israel.
Trapp's Commentary on Judges 12:13
Judges 12:13 And after him Abdon the son of Hillel, a Pirathonite, judged Israel.Ver. 13. Judged Israel.] See Judges 12:11.
Ellicott's Commentary on Judges 12:13
(13) Abdon.—The name means “servant.” Some suppose that he is the unknown Bedan of 1 Samuel 12:11. Hillel.—The first occurrence of a name (“praising”) afterwards destined to be so famous in the annals of Jewish theology. Hillel, the rival of Shammai, shortly before our Lord’s day, may be regarded, with all his faults, as by far the greatest and best of the Rabbis. A Pirathonite.—And, therefore, of the tribe of Ephraim.
Cambridge Bible on Judges 12:13
13. Abdon … the Pirathonite] Pir‘athon (2 Samuel 23:30 etc.) prob. = Far‘atâ, situated on a high rock a little to the S.W. of Nâblus; if this is correct, Abdon belonged to an Ephraimite family. In 1 Chronicles 8:23 Abdon is a Benjamite; but the name was a common one.
Barnes' Notes on Judges 12:13
A Pirathonite - He was, therefore, an Ephraimite 1 Chronicles 27:14. Its name still lingers in “Feratah,” 6 miles west of Shechem.
Whedon's Commentary on Judges 12:13
13. A Pirathonite — A native and resident of Pirathon, a. city in the tribe of Ephraim, the modern Ferata, about six miles southwest of Shechem.