Judges 5:2

Praise ye the LORD for the avenging of Israel, when the people willingly offered themselves.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Judges 5:2

BSB
"When the princes take the lead in Israel, when the people volunteer, bless the LORD.
AKJV
Praise you the LORD for the avenging of Israel, when the people willingly offered themselves.
CPDV
"All you of Israel who have willingly offered your lives to danger, bless the Lord!
ERV
For that the leaders took the lead in Israel, for that the people offered themselves willingly, bless ye the LORD.
NHEB
"Because the leaders took the lead in Israel, because the people offered themselves willingly, be blessed, LORD.
SMT
In the leading on of the leaders in Israel, In the willingness of the people, praise ye Jehovah.

Commentary for Judges 5:2

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Judges 5:2
Summary
People praised for willing self-sacrifice in battle
Event
Deborah praises willing volunteers
Estimated Time Period
c. 1150 BC
Category
Praise