The Church Fathers on this verse

Judges 5:2Meaning & Commentary from the Church Fathers

O you of Israel, that have willingly offered your lives to danger, bless the Lord.

Douay-Rheims

בִּפְרֹ֤עַ פְּרָעוֹת֙ בְּיִשְׂרָאֵ֔ל בְּהִתְנַדֵּ֖ב עָ֑ם בָּרֲכ֖וּ יְהוָֽה׃

Hebrew (Masoretic text)

The Church Fathers on this verse

2 Church Fathers comment on this verse

Palaea Historica

13th centuryChurch Father

When leaders have emerged in Israel with the people's support - praise the Lord! Observe how she foretells the arrival of Christ, who became flesh through the Holy Spirit and the Virgin Mary. 'Goodwill toward men' - note that the Lord was born out of compassion. Listen to her recognize Him as Lord, declaring, 'Bless the Lord!'

Jakimov I.S.

19th centuryCommentator

Devvora now joyfully proclaims that the era of timelessness has ended; the burden has been lifted, and the long-awaited celebration is here.

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