Psalms 83:10

"who perished at Endor, who became as dung for the earth."

Key Reflection

In Psalms 83:10, the phrase "who perished at Endor, who became as dung for the earth" likely refers to individuals who met a disgraceful and ignominious end. The comparison to dung symbolizes their utter worthless state, emphasizing the severity of their fate in a way that underscores divine judgment and the fleeting nature of their influence.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Which perished at En-dor -Endor is not particularly mentioned in the history of the transaction in the book of Judges, but it is known that Endor was in the vicinity of Mount Tabor, and there is no improbability in the tradition which has fixed the site of the battle at or near Endor. The word or name “En-dor” means properly fount of the dwelling (or, habitation), and was probably given at first to a spring or fountain near to which some distinguished or well-known person dwelt. It is mentioned inJoshua 17:11;1 Samuel 28:7.

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