Judges 19:15

"So they passed on and went their way; and the sun went down on them near Gibeah, which belongs to Benjamin."

Key Reflection

This passage symbolizes the transition from daylight to darkness, metaphorically representing the passing of time and the approach of nightfall, which in biblical contexts often signifies the onset of trouble or judgment. The setting sun near Gibeah foreshadows the events that unfold there, highlighting the gravity of the situation as evening approaches.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

A street -Probably the square or place within the gates, where courts were held, bargains made, and where the chief men and strangers congregated.

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