Dictionary of Bible Themes Dictionary of Bible Themes » 5000 Humanity » 5070 Individuals in OT and NT » 5091 Deborah An outstanding leader in Israel when the nation faced a crisis of resurgent Canaanite power in the time of the judges. Her name means “bee”. Deborah's calling As a judge Judges 4:4-5; Judges 5:7 She was probably called upon to settle intertribal disputes, “mother in Israel” meaning one who promotes the unity of God's family. As a prophetess Judges 4:4,7,9,14 Deborah's response to the Canaanite threat She was petitioned by the people She appointed Barak commander-in-chief She accompanied the army into battle She led the people in victory celebration Judges 5:1-3,28-31 In this respect she is like Moses and Miriam (Ex 15:1,20). Deborah's character She was wise, decisive, courageous, inspiring and bold Judges 4:5-9,14; Judges 5:9,15-17 Her confidence was in God's word and promise and she did not shrink from rebuking God's people. She gave credit to others Judges 5:14-15,18-19,24-27 She gave glory to God Judges 5:20-23 These verses are a poetic acknowledgment that God has fought on Israel's behalf. She was God's person for the hour Judges 5:31 See also Esther 4:14 See also
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