Judges 18:22

"So they turned and departed, and put the little ones, the livestock, and the goods before them."

Key Reflection

In Judges 18:22, after setting up Micah’s engraved image for themselves, the men depart with their spoils—putting the little ones, livestock, and goods in front of them. This action reflects both practical considerations, such as ensuring their families' safety and provisions during travel, and a broader context where these individuals are engaging in a form of idolatry that disregards traditional religious and moral standards, symbolized by their treatment of Micah’s image.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Were gathered together -literally, “were called together.” The men, who were all Micah’s workmen, were probably in the fields with their master at the time of the robbery. When the women saw what was done they gave the alarm, and Micah called the men together as quickly as possible, and pursued the Danites and overtook them.

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