Judges 20:12
Judges 20:12 in Multiple Translations
And the tribes of Israel sent men throughout the tribe of Benjamin, saying, “What is this wickedness that has occurred among you?
¶ And the tribes of Israel sent men through all the tribe of Benjamin, saying, What wickedness is this that is done among you?
And the tribes of Israel sent men through all the tribe of Benjamin, saying, What wickedness is this that is come to pass among you?
And the tribes of Israel sent men through all the tribe of Benjamin saying, What is this evil which has been done among you?
The Israelite tribes also sent men throughout the territory of Benjamin, asking the people, “What are you doing about this terrible evil that has taken place among you?
And the tribes of Israel sent men through al the tribe of Beniamin, saying, What wickednesse is this that is committed among you?
And the tribes of Israel send men among all the tribes of Benjamin, saying, 'What [is] this evil which hath been among you?
The tribes of Israel sent men through all the tribe of Benjamin, saying, “What wickedness is this that has happened among you?
And the tribes of Israel sent men through all the tribe of Benjamin, saying, What wickedness is this that is done among you?
And they sent messengers to all the tribe of Benjamin to say to them: Why hath so great an abomination been found among you?
Then the Israeli men sent messengers throughout the tribe of Benjamin. They demanded, “Do you realize that some of your men have done a very evil thing?
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Hebrew Word Reference — Judges 20:12
Study Notes — Judges 20:12
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- Judges 20:12 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Judges 20:12
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Judges 20:12
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Judges 20:12
- Trapp's Commentary on Judges 20:12
- Ellicott's Commentary on Judges 20:12
- Cambridge Bible on Judges 20:12
- Whedon's Commentary on Judges 20:12
- Sermons on Judges 20:12
Context — The Decree of the Assembly
12And the tribes of Israel sent men throughout the tribe of Benjamin, saying, “What is this wickedness that has occurred among you?
13Hand over the wicked men of Gibeah so we can put them to death and purge Israel of this evil.” But the Benjamites refused to heed the voice of their fellow Israelites. 14And from their cities they came together at Gibeah to go out and fight against the Israelites.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Deuteronomy 13:14 | then you must inquire, investigate, and interrogate thoroughly. And if it is established with certainty that this abomination has been committed among you, |
| 2 | Deuteronomy 20:10 | When you approach a city to fight against it, you are to make an offer of peace. |
| 3 | Romans 12:18 | If it is possible on your part, live at peace with everyone. |
| 4 | Matthew 18:15–18 | If your brother sins against you, go and confront him privately. If he listens to you, you have won your brother over. But if he will not listen, take one or two others along, so that ‘every matter may be established by the testimony of two or three witnesses.’ If he refuses to listen to them, tell it to the church. And if he refuses to listen even to the church, regard him as you would a pagan or a tax collector. Truly I tell you, whatever you bind on earth will be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth will be loosed in heaven. |
| 5 | Joshua 22:13–16 | The Israelites sent Phinehas son of Eleazar the priest to the land of Gilead, to the Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh. With him they sent ten chiefs—one family leader from each tribe of Israel, each the head of a family among the clans of Israel. They went to the Reubenites, the Gadites, and the half-tribe of Manasseh in the land of Gilead and said to them, “This is what the whole congregation of the LORD says: ‘What is this breach of faith you have committed today against the God of Israel by turning away from the LORD and building for yourselves an altar, that you might rebel against the LORD this day? |
Judges 20:12 Summary
This verse shows how the tribes of Israel came together to address a great evil that had occurred among the Benjamites. They sent men to the tribe of Benjamin to ask about the wickedness that had happened, just like how God calls us to confront sin in our own lives, as seen in Proverbs 28:13. The Israelites were seeking to restore what was right and to protect their people, similar to how God protects and cares for us, as stated in Psalm 121:3. By studying this verse, we can learn about the importance of accountability, unity, and addressing sin in our own lives, just as the Israelites did in Judges 20:12.
Frequently Asked Questions
What prompted the tribes of Israel to send men to the tribe of Benjamin?
The tribes of Israel were united in their desire to punish the men of Gibeah for their atrocity, as mentioned in Judges 20:10, and they sought to address the wickedness that had occurred among the Benjamites, as stated in Judges 20:12.
What was the specific wickedness that the Israelites were referring to?
The wickedness referred to in Judges 20:12 is likely the atrocity committed by the men of Gibeah, which is described in detail in Judges 19:22-30, and is also alluded to in Judges 20:10.
How did the Benjamites respond to the Israelites' inquiry about the wickedness?
The Benjamites refused to heed the voice of their fellow Israelites, as stated in Judges 20:13, and instead prepared to fight against them, as described in Judges 20:14.
What does this verse reveal about the relationship between the tribes of Israel?
Judges 20:12 reveals that the tribes of Israel were willing to hold one another accountable for their actions, and that they saw themselves as a unified people, as stated in Judges 20:11, where it says they gathered as one man, united against the city of Gibeah, similar to how they were united in their early history, as seen in Exodus 19:8.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I can promote unity and accountability among my fellow believers, just as the tribes of Israel did in this verse?
- How can I respond when confronted with wickedness or sin in my own life or in the lives of those around me, as the Israelites did in Judges 20:12?
- What role should love and compassion play in addressing sin and wickedness, as seen in the Israelites' desire to purge Israel of evil, as stated in Judges 20:13?
- How can I balance the need to confront sin with the need to show mercy and forgiveness, as seen in the Israelites' actions in Judges 20:12-14?
Gill's Exposition on Judges 20:12
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Judges 20:12
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Judges 20:12
Trapp's Commentary on Judges 20:12
Ellicott's Commentary on Judges 20:12
Cambridge Bible on Judges 20:12
Whedon's Commentary on Judges 20:12
Sermons on Judges 20:12
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From the Death of Moses to the Death of Eli by Flavius Josephus | Flavius Josephus recounts the period after the death of Joshua, where the Israelites faced challenges due to their disobedience and neglect of God's laws. The tribe of Benjamin fac |
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Bitterness by K.P. Yohannan | In this sermon, the preacher addresses the issue of bitterness in people's lives. He highlights how some individuals are constantly discontent and find fault in everything, whether |
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1 Peter 3:1 by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of preserving truth while showing love to both friends and enemies. He urges believers to build themselves up in their faith |
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Wrong Revival Principles - Part 3 by Jonathan Edwards | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of prudence and caution when introducing new things into the church. He warns against being influenced by indiscreet zeal and |
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c.j. Mahaney: Faith Works in Humility by Adrian Warnock | In this sermon, CJ Mahaney introduces himself and expresses his gratitude for the support and prayers of the congregation. He emphasizes the importance of peacemaking and resolving |
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Bitterness by Harold E. Schmul | In this sermon, the preacher begins by expressing his dissatisfaction with a fellow believer whom he considers a compromiser and a danger to their movement. He then discusses the d |
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The Gospel for the Days of Noah by Rolfe Barnard | In this sermon, the preacher reflects on the current state of violence and riots happening in various places, including America. He mentions being present during the riots between |







