Judges 9:23
“Then God sent an evil spirit between Abimelech and the men of Shechem; and the men of Shechem dealt treacherously with Abimelech:”
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Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.
Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
That the cruelty done to the seventy sons of Jerubbaal might come,.... That vengeance might come on the authors of it;…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–1714Judges 9:22-49
Three years Abimelech reigned, after a sort, without any disturbance; it is not said, He judged Israel, or did any…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
God sent an evil spirit i.e. an infatuation which led to their destruction, and so carried out the punishment which God…
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