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Fun Facts
Deborah is one of the few female judges mentioned in the Bible and the only one who held the dual role of prophetess and judge.
She held court under a palm tree, symbolizing her accessibility and role as a dispenser of justice.
Deborah's name means 'bee' in Hebrew, suggesting industriousness, wisdom, and perhaps a sting when necessary.
She inspired Barak, a military leader, to overcome his fear and lead the Israelite army to victory against Sisera.
Deborah's song of victory, recorded in Judges 5, is one of the oldest examples of Hebrew poetry.
Notable Bible Verses
Judges 4:4 - 'Now Deborah, a prophetess, the wife of Lappidoth, was judging Israel at that time.'
Judges 4:6-7 - 'She sent for Barak son of Abinoam from Kedesh in Naphtali and said to him, “The Lord, the God of Israel, commands you: ‘Go, take with you ten thousand men of Naphtali and Zebulun and lead the way to Mount Tabor. I will lure Sisera, the commander of Jabin’s army, with his chariots and his troops to the Kishon River and give him into your hands.’”'
Judges 5:7 - 'Village life in Israel ceased, ceased until I, Deborah, arose, arose a mother in Israel.'
Judges 5:24 - 'Most blessed of women be Jael, the wife of Heber the Kenite, most blessed of tent-dwelling women.
Judges 5:31 - '“So may all your enemies perish, Lord! But may all who love you be like the sun when it rises in its strength.” Then the land had peace forty years
Key Themes
Historical Context
- Time of the Judges
- During the Canaanite oppression of Israel
Life Lessons
God empowers both men and women to be leaders and fulfill His purposes.
Courage is not the absence of fear but acting in faith despite it.
We should be willing to step into the roles God calls us to, even if they challenge societal norms.
Deborah's life encourages us to seek God's guidance and trust His timing in all circumstances.