The balance of the song that was written probably by Deborah and Barak was recounting the events that were told in 4. What was important to note was that the 12 tribes were not united against the common enemy and did not participate in the battle. It was nature's forces (God) and not the 10,000 people army that won the battle. It also emphasized Canaan's inability to score the victory and the spoils of the victory. Jael is the next person mentioned that deserves credit. While she did kill and violated God's commandment she was more commended for her courage in this instance. The spike she used was probably metal since the Kenanites were metal forgers. The last section deals with the imaginary thoughts of Sisera's mother and her thoughts as to why her son has not come home with the spoils from their "apparent" victory. The Lord ultimately is praised in v. 31.
Very quiet days after Christmas and leading up to NYE. With Irene gone, very little in the way of activity but still went to church to usher for David (who went to Gateway/NYG game) and then dinner with the Quans and m-i-l. Monday was quiet - brunch and light shopping with David, watching a DVD and then dinner and late night church service which was very, very appreciated and needed. Nothing like ushering in the new year with God and prayer. Today will be equally quiet since the boys will be out and I will head down to Delly in the early afternoon. Work tomorrow and then heading home to NJ for the balance of the week.
Praise for today: So may all of your enemies perish, O Lord! But may they who love you be like the sun when it rises in its strength. Judges 5:31a
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