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Judges 9:24

Judges 9:24
That the cruelty done to the threescore and ten sons of Jerubbaal might come, and their blood be laid upon Abimelech their brother, which slew them; and upon the men of Shechem, which aided him in the killing of his brethren.

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Trusted original commentary from respected historical Bible scholars and theologians.

Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771

And the men of Shechem set liers in wait for him in the top of the mountains,.... Of Ebal and Gerizim, which were near…

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, 1882–1921Judges 9:22-25

The Shechemites turn against Abimelech

22 .was prince over Israel Strictly, as the whole ch. implies, only over Shechem…