Judges 2:5
Judges 2:5 in Multiple Translations
So they called that place Bochim and offered sacrifices there to the LORD.
And they called the name of that place Bochim: and they sacrificed there unto the LORD.
And they called the name of that place Bochim: and they sacrificed there unto Jehovah.
And they gave that place the name of Bochim, and made offerings there to the Lord.
That's why they named the place Bokim, and they presented sacrifices there to the Lord.
Therefore they called the name of that place, Bochim, and offered sacrifices there vnto the Lord.
and they call the name of that place Bochim, and sacrifice there to Jehovah.
They called the name of that place Bochim, and they sacrificed there to the LORD.
And they called the name of that place Bochim: and they sacrificed there to the LORD.
And the name of that place was called, The place of weepers, or of tears: and there they offered sacrifices to the Lord.
They called that place Bokim, which means ‘weeping’. There they offered sacrifices to Yahweh.
Berean Amplified Bible — Judges 2:5
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Judges 2:5 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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HEB
וַֽ/יִּקְרְא֛וּ
שֵֽׁם
הַ/מָּק֥וֹם
הַ/ה֖וּא
בֹּכִ֑ים
וַ/יִּזְבְּחוּ
שָׁ֖ם
לַֽ/יהוָֽה
וַֽ/יִּקְרְא֛וּ
qârâʼ
H7121
to call
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
שֵֽׁם
shêm
H8034
name
N-ms
הַ/מָּק֥וֹם
mâqôwm
H4725
place
Art | N-ms
הַ/ה֖וּא
hûwʼ
H1931
he/she/it
Art | Pron
בֹּכִ֑ים
Bôkîym
H1066
Bochim
N-proper
וַ/יִּזְבְּחוּ
zâbach
H2076
to sacrifice
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
שָׁ֖ם
shâm
H8033
there
Adv
לַֽ/יהוָֽה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
Prep | N-proper
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Hebrew Word Reference — Judges 2:5
וַֽ/יִּקְרְא֛וּ
qârâʼ
H7121
"to call"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
This Hebrew word means to call out to someone or something, often by name. It's used in many situations, like calling for help or reading aloud. In Genesis, God calls out to Adam in the Garden.
Definition: : call_to/invite/entreat 1) to call, call out, recite, read, cry out, proclaim 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to call, cry, utter a loud sound 1a2) to call unto, cry (for help), call (with name of God) 1a3) to proclaim 1a4) to read aloud, read (to oneself), read 1a5) to summon, invite, call for, call and commission, appoint, call and endow 1a6) to call, name, give name to, call by 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to call oneself 1b2) to be called, be proclaimed, be read aloud, be summoned, be named 1c) (Pual) to be called, be named, be called out, be chosen
Usage: Occurs in 689 OT verses. KJV: bewray (self), that are bidden, call (for, forth, self, upon), cry (unto), (be) famous, guest, invite, mention, (give) name, preach, (make) proclaim(-ation), pronounce, publish, read, renowned, say. See also: Genesis 1:5; Genesis 49:1; Judges 1:26.
שֵֽׁם
shêm
H8034
"name"
N-ms
In the Bible, a name represents a person's identity, honor, and character, like God's name symbolizing His power and authority. It appears in Genesis and other books, often referring to God's name or a person's reputation. This concept is central to understanding biblical identity.
Definition: 1) name 1a) name 1b) reputation, fame, glory 1c) the Name (as designation of God) 1d) memorial, monument Aramaic equivalent: shum (שֻׁם "name" H8036)
Usage: Occurs in 771 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] base, (in-) fame(-ous), named(-d), renown, report. See also: Genesis 2:11; Exodus 3:15; Deuteronomy 16:6.
הַ/מָּק֥וֹם
mâqôwm
H4725
"place"
Art | N-ms
Maqom means a place or location, like a city or a region. It can also refer to a condition of the body or mind. This term is used to describe a wide range of locations and situations.
Definition: 1) standing place, place 1a) standing place, station, post, office 1b) place, place of human abode 1c) city, land, region 1d) place, locality, spot 1e) space, room, distance 1f) region, quarter, direction 1g) give place to, instead of
Usage: Occurs in 379 OT verses. KJV: country, [idiom] home, [idiom] open, place, room, space, [idiom] whither(-soever). See also: Genesis 1:9; Deuteronomy 12:3; 1 Kings 20:24.
הַ/ה֖וּא
hûwʼ
H1931
"he/she/it"
Art | Pron
This word is a pronoun meaning 'he', 'she', or 'it', used to refer to a person or thing. It is used in the Bible to emphasize a subject or make it clear who is being talked about.
Definition: pron 3p s 1) he, she, it 1a) himself (with emphasis) 1b) resuming subj with emphasis 1c) (with minimum emphasis following predicate) 1d) (anticipating subj) 1e) (emphasising predicate) 1f) that, it (neuter) demons pron 2) that (with article)
Usage: Occurs in 1693 OT verses. KJV: he, as for her, him(-self), it, the same, she (herself), such, that (...it), these, they, this, those, which (is), who. See also: Genesis 2:11; Genesis 32:19; Exodus 21:3.
בֹּכִ֑ים
Bôkîym
H1066
"Bochim"
N-proper
Bochim was a place in Palestine where the Israelites wept, located near Gilgal or Bethel. The name Bochim means weeping, reflecting the emotional event that took place there, as recorded in the Bible.
Definition: Bochim = "weeping" a place near Gilgal (or Bethel), where sons of Israel wept Another name of bet-el (בֵּֽיתְ־אֵל "Bethel" H1008G)
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: Bochim. See also: Judges 2:1; Judges 2:5.
וַ/יִּזְבְּחוּ
zâbach
H2076
"to sacrifice"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3mp
To sacrifice means to slaughter an animal, usually for a religious offering, as seen in the Bible's instructions for worship. This term is used in many contexts, including sacrifices for eating or in divine judgment. It's often translated as 'kill' or 'offer' in the KJV.
Definition: 1) to slaughter, kill, sacrifice, slaughter for sacrifice 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to slaughter for sacrifice 1a2) to slaughter for eating 1a3) to slaughter in divine judgment 1b) (Piel) to sacrifice, offer sacrifice Aramaic equivalent: de.vach (דְּבַח "to sacrifice" H1684)
Usage: Occurs in 127 OT verses. KJV: kill, offer, (do) sacrifice, slay. See also: Genesis 31:54; 1 Kings 8:62; Psalms 4:6.
שָׁ֖ם
shâm
H8033
"there"
Adv
The Hebrew word sham means there or then, often used to describe a location or point in time. It can also mean thither or thence, indicating movement or direction. This word is used frequently in the Bible to provide context and clarify the setting of a story.
Definition: 1) there, thither 1a) there 1b) thither (after verbs of motion) 1c) from there, thence 1d) then (as an adverb of time) Aramaic equivalent: tam.mah (תַּמָּה "there" H8536)
Usage: Occurs in 732 OT verses. KJV: in it, [phrase] thence, there (-in, [phrase] of, [phrase] out), [phrase] thither, [phrase] whither. See also: Genesis 2:8; Exodus 21:33; Deuteronomy 19:4.
לַֽ/יהוָֽה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
Prep | N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.
Study Notes — Judges 2:5
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- Judges 2:5 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Judges 2:5
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Judges 2:5
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Judges 2:5
- Trapp's Commentary on Judges 2:5
- Ellicott's Commentary on Judges 2:5
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Judges 2:5
- Cambridge Bible on Judges 2:5
- Barnes' Notes on Judges 2:5
- Whedon's Commentary on Judges 2:5
- Sermons on Judges 2:5
Context — Israel Rebuked at Bochim
3So now I tell you that I will not drive out these people before you; they will be thorns in your sides, and their gods will be a snare to you.”
4When the angel of the LORD had spoken these words to all the Israelites, the people lifted up their voices and wept.
5So they called that place Bochim and offered sacrifices there to the LORD.
6After Joshua had dismissed the people, the Israelites went out to take possession of the land, each to his own inheritance. 7And the people served the LORD throughout the days of Joshua and of the elders who outlived him, who had seen all the great works that the LORD had done for Israel.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 1 Samuel 7:9 | Then Samuel took a suckling lamb and offered it as a whole burnt offering to the LORD. He cried out to the LORD on behalf of Israel, and the LORD answered him. |
| 2 | Genesis 35:8 | Now Deborah, Rebekah’s nurse, died and was buried under the oak below Bethel. So Jacob named it Allon-bachuth. |
| 3 | Joshua 7:26 | And they heaped over Achan a large pile of rocks that remains to this day. So the LORD turned from His burning anger. Therefore that place is called the Valley of Achor to this day. |
| 4 | Judges 6:24 | So Gideon built an altar to the LORD there and called it The LORD Is Peace. To this day it stands in Ophrah of the Abiezrites. |
| 5 | Judges 13:19 | Then Manoah took a young goat and a grain offering and offered them on a rock to the LORD. And as Manoah and his wife looked on, the LORD did a marvelous thing. |
Judges 2:5 Summary
In this verse, the Israelites are responding to the angel of the Lord's message by weeping and offering sacrifices to God. They named the place where they wept 'Bochim', which means 'weepers', as a reminder of their sorrow and repentance. This event shows us the importance of seeking God's forgiveness when we fail to obey His commands, as seen in 1 John 1:9, and prioritizing our relationship with Him, as taught in Matthew 22:37-38. By reflecting on this verse, we can learn to humble ourselves before God and seek His mercy, just as the Israelites did at Bochim, and as encouraged in Psalm 51:17.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Bochim mean and why is it significant in this context?
The name Bochim means 'weepers' in Hebrew, which is significant because the Israelites wept at this place after hearing the words of the angel of the Lord, as recorded in Judges 2:4, and it serves as a reminder of their sorrow and repentance before God, similar to the repentance seen in Ezra 10:1.
Why did the Israelites offer sacrifices to the Lord at Bochim?
The Israelites offered sacrifices to the Lord at Bochim as an act of worship and repentance, acknowledging their failure to fully obey God's commands, as seen in Joshua 1:7-8, and seeking to restore their relationship with Him.
How does this event relate to the overall story of the Israelites in the book of Judges?
This event marks a turning point in the book of Judges, as it highlights the Israelites' failure to fully obey God's commands and sets the stage for the cycles of sin, judgment, and deliverance that will be repeated throughout the book, as seen in Judges 2:10-19, and is reminiscent of the pattern of disobedience and redemption seen in the book of Exodus.
What can we learn from the Israelites' actions in this verse?
We can learn the importance of repentance and seeking God's forgiveness when we fail to obey His commands, as seen in 1 John 1:9, and the need to prioritize our relationship with Him above all else, as taught in Matthew 22:37-38.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I need to repent and seek God's forgiveness, just like the Israelites did at Bochim?
- How can I prioritize my relationship with God and ensure that I am seeking Him above all else, as commanded in Deuteronomy 6:5?
- What are some ways that I can offer sacrifices of praise and worship to God, just as the Israelites did at Bochim, and as encouraged in Hebrews 13:15?
- How can I apply the lessons learned from the Israelites' failure to fully obey God's commands to my own life and circumstances, and what role does Romans 8:28 play in this process?
Gill's Exposition on Judges 2:5
And they called the name of that place Bochim,.... Which signifies "weepers", from the general lamentation of the people, which before had another name; very probably it was Shiloh itself since all
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Judges 2:5
And they called the name of that place Bochim: and they sacrificed there unto the LORD. No JFB commentary on this verse.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Judges 2:5
For the expiation of their sins, by which they had provoked God to this resolution; and for the regaining of God’ s favour.
Trapp's Commentary on Judges 2:5
Judges 2:5 And they called the name of that place Bochim: and they sacrificed there unto the LORD.Ver. 5. And they called the name of that place Bochim,] i.e., Weepers. As they had formerly filled God’ s bag with their sins; so now they help as fast to fill God’ s bottle with their tears. Their hearts were as so many Hadadrimmons. “ Sic faciles motus mens generosa capit. ” And they sacrificed there unto the Lord.] In testimony of their faith in Christ’ s merits (for they mourned not desperately) and their thankfulness that God had sent them a preacher, and not an executioner, considering their deserts.
Ellicott's Commentary on Judges 2:5
(5) Bochim.—(Comp. Genesis 35:8; Genesis 1:11.) It was like “the Jews’ wailing-place” in modern Jerusalem. They sacrificed there unto the Lord.—It is not necessary to infer from this that Bochim must have been near the sanctuary at Bethel, Shechem, or Shiloh. Not only did kings and prophets seem to be tacitly excepted from the general rule against offering sacrifice at any place except the chosen sanctuary, but also sacrifice was always freely offered at places where there had been any manifestation of the Divine Presence—Judges 6:20 (Gideon); Jdg. 22:19 (Manoah); 2 Samuel 24:25 (David), &c. On the other hand, it is improbable that all Israel would have been assembled at some unknown place, or that the memory of such a spot should not have been preserved.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Judges 2:5
Verse 5. They called the name of that place Bochim] The word בכים bochim signifies weepings or lamentations; and is translated by the Septuagint Κλαυθυων or Κλαυθυωνες, bewailings; and it is supposed that the place derived its name from these lamentations of the people. Some think the place itself, where the people were now assembled, was Shiloh, now named Bochim because of the above circumstance. It should be observed, that the angel speaks here in the person of God, by whom he was sent; as the prophets frequently do.
Cambridge Bible on Judges 2:5
5. Bochim] i.e. ‘Weepers.’ The author sees in this name of the place a recollection of the Angel’s reproof and the people’s repentance. But such a form as Bochim, active ptcp. plur., is very unusual in a place-name, and it has probably been adapted to suit the present occasion. Originally the name may have been Bekaim ‘balsam-trees,’ cf. 2 Samuel 5:23 f.; Psalms 84:6 (see RVm.). and they sacrificed there] i.e. in Beth-el; see on Judges 2:1 a, to which this sentence belongs. The appearance of the Angel consecrates the place, and an altar henceforward marks it as a sanctuary; cf. Judges 6:24, Judges 13:15-20, 2 Samuel 24:16; 2 Samuel 24:18. Another ancient tradition carried back the consecration of Beth-el to the times of the patriarch Jacob, Genesis 28, 35; according to the later view of the Priestly writer the religious centre of Israel was not at Beth-el, but at Shiloh, Joshua 18:1; Joshua 19:51; cf. ch. Judges 21:12 n.
Barnes' Notes on Judges 2:5
Bochim - i. e. weepers. It was near Shechem, but the site is unknown. Compare the names given to places for similar reasons in Genesis 35:8; Genesis 50:11.
Whedon's Commentary on Judges 2:5
5. They sacrificed there — Seeking by propitiatory offerings to turn away the wrath of God, and obtain mercy and forgiveness of their sins.
Sermons on Judges 2:5
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Bochim, or the Cause of Spiritual Failure by A.B. Simpson | A.B. Simpson emphasizes the dangers of spiritual decline following great blessings, using the story of Israel in the Book of Judges as a cautionary tale. He illustrates how Israel' |
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The Name of Jehovah by Chuck Smith | This sermon focuses on the significance of the name Jehovah as a strong tower where the righteous can find safety and refuge. It delves into various compound names of Jehovah found |
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The Name of the Lord by Brian Brodersen | This sermon delves into the progressive revelation of God's name throughout the Old Testament, culminating in the person of Jesus Christ. Each revelation of God's name signifies a |
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Names of God by Robert F. Adcock | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of relying on divine resources in times of distress. He shares a story about a missionary couple who found themselves surroun |
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Sin by W.F. Anderson | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the universal nature of sin and the need for individuals to acknowledge their sinful state. He highlights that the Bible is the only book th |
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The Feasts and the Names by Arno Clemens Gaebelein | Arno Clemens Gaebelein preaches about the significance of the seven yearly feasts commanded by the Lord to His people Israel, which not only held historical and worship importance |
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First Day: "The Lord Is My shepherd." by J. Wilbur Chapman | J. Wilbur Chapman emphasizes the reverence the Israelites had for the name of Jehovah in the Old Testament, speaking it only once a year in the most holy place. He encourages the c |