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Knjiga o sucima, 10

1. Poslije Abimeleka ustao je Tola, sin Pue, sina Dodova, da izbavi Izraela. On bijaše iz Jisakarova plemena, a živio je u Šamiru, u Efrajimovoj gori.

1. Post Abimelech surrexit dux ad salvandum Israel Thola fi lius Phua filii Dodo, vir de Issachar, qui habitavit in Samir montis Ephraim.

2. Bio je sudac Izraelu dvadeset i tri godine, a kad je umro, pokopali su ga u Šamiru.

2. Et iudicavit Israel viginti et tribus annis mortuusque ac sepultus est in Samir.

3. Poslije njega ustao je Jair Gileaðanin, koji je bio sudac Izraelu dvadeset i dvije godine.

3. Huic successit Iair Galaadites, qui iudicavit Israel per viginti et duos annos

4. Imao je trideset sinova koji su jahali na tridesetero magaradi i imali trideset gradova što se do dana današnjega zovu Sela Jairova, a nalaze se u gileadskoj zemlji.

4. habens triginta filios sedentes super triginta pullos asinarum, et ipsis erant triginta civitates, quae appellatae sunt Havoth Iair (id est villae Iair) usque in praesentem diem, in terra Galaad.

5. Kad umrije Jair, pokopaše ga u Kamonu.

5. Mortuusque est Iair ac sepultus in Camon.

6. Izraelci su opet stali èiniti ono što Jahvi nije po volji. Služili su baalima i aštartama, aramejskim bogovima i sidonskim bogovima, bogovima Moabaca, bogovima Amonaca i bogovima Filistejaca. A Jahvu su napustili i nisu mu više služili.

6. Filii autem Israel peccatis veteribus iungentes nova fecerunt malum in conspectu Domini et servierunt Baalim et Astharoth et diis Syriae ac Sidonis et Moab et filiorum Ammon et Philisthim; dimiseruntque Dominum et non colebant eum.

7. Tad planu Jahve gnjevom i predade ih u ruke Filistejcima i Amoncima.

7. Contra quos iratus tradidit eos in manu Philisthim et filiorum Ammon.

8. Oni su od tada osamnaest godina satirali i tlaèili Izraelce - sve Izraelce koji življahu s onu stranu Jordana, u zemlji amorejskoj, koja je u Gileadu.

8. Afflictique sunt et vehementer oppressi per annos decem et octo omnes filii Israel, qui habitabant trans Iordanem in terra Amorraei in Galaad;

9. Potom su Amonci prešli Jordan da zavojšte i na Judu, Benjamina i na Efrajima te se Izrael naðe u velikoj nevolji.

9. in tantum ut filii Ammon Iordanem transirent ad pugnandum etiam contra Iudam et Beniamin et domum Ephraim; afflictusque est Israel nimis.

10. Tada zavapiše Izraelci Jahvi govoreæi: "Griješili smo prema tebi jer smo ostavili Jahvu, svoga Boga, da bismo služili baalima."

10. Et clamantes filii Israel ad Dominum dixerunt: “Peccavimus tibi, quia dereliquimus Deum nostrum et servivimus Baalim”.

11. A Jahve odgovori Izraelcima: "Nisu li vas tlaèili Egipæani i Amorejci, Amonci i Filistejci,

11. Quibus locutus est Dominus: “Numquid non Aegyptii et Amorraei filiique Ammon et Philisthim,

12. Sidonci, Amaleèani i Midjanci? Ali kad ste zavapili prema meni, nisam li vas izbavio iz njihovih ruku?

12. Sidonii quoque et Amalec et Madian oppresserunt vos, et clamastis ad me, et erui vos de manu eorum?

13. Ali vi ostaviste mene i uzeste služiti drugim bogovima. Zbog toga vas neæu više izbavljati.

13. Et tamen reliquistis me et coluistis deos alienos; idcirco non addam ut ultra vos liberem.

14. Idite i vapite za pomoæ onim bogovima koje ste izabrali! Neka vas oni izbave iz vaše nevolje!"

14. Ite et invocate deos, quos elegistis: ipsi vos liberent in tempore angustiae!”.

15. Izraelci odgovoriše Jahvi: "Sagriješili smo! Èini s nama što ti drago, samo nas danas izbavi!"

15. Dixeruntque filii Israel ad Dominum: “Peccavimus; redde tu nobis, quidquid tibi placet, tantum nunc libera nos”.

16. I odstraniše tuðe bogove i poèeše opet služiti Jahvi. A Jahve više ne mogaše trpjeti da Izraelci pate.

16. Quae dicentes omnia de finibus suis alienorum deorum idola proiecerunt et servierunt Domino, qui doluit super miseriis Israel.

17. Kada su se Amonci sabrali i utaborili u Gileadu, skupiše se i Izraelci i utaboriše se u Mispi.

17. Itaque filii Ammon convocati in Galaad fixere tentoria; contra quos congregati filii Israel in Maspha castrametati sunt.

18. Tada narod i knezovi gileadski rekoše jedni drugima: "Koji èovjek povede boj protiv Amonaca, neka bude poglavar svima koji žive u Gileadu."

18. Dixeruntque populus, principes Galaad, singuli ad proximos suos: “Qui primus contra filios Ammon coeperit dimicare, erit dux omnium habitatorum Galaad”.



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Footnotes:

10:1-5 - Tola and Jair emerge as judges in Israel, exemplifying the continuity of leadership God raises up to deliver His people. God's calling is an expression of His faithfulness and compassion for those who cry out to Him (see also Psalm 12:5 and Hebrews 13:6).

10:6-9 - The people of Israel turn away from God and worship foreign gods, resulting in oppression by the Philistines and Ammonites. This moral decline reveals the human tendency to turn away from God, bringing severe consequences (see also Deuteronomy 28:15 and 2 Chronicles 36:15-16).

10:10-14 - Israel cries out to God for help, and He answers, reaffirming His willingness to deliver them. This demonstrates that God is always available, even when His people turn away from Him, emphasizing the importance of repentance (see also Psalm 34:18 and 1 John 1:9).

10:15-16 - Israel's genuine repentance in putting off foreign gods highlights the concept of returning to God. True repentance is vital for spiritual restoration and a restored relationship with God (see also Isaiah 55:7 and Acts 3:19).

10:17-18 - The Ammonites' preparation for war and the Israelite leaders' concern demonstrate the reality of the spiritual and physical conflicts faced by God's people. This situation highlights the need to trust God in times of crisis (see also Psalm 20:7 and Ephesians 6:12).

Verses related to Knjiga o sucima, 10:

Judges chapter 10 marks a transition in the book's narrative. How does God respond to Israel's repeated unfaithfulness? This pivotal text briefly summarizes the judgments of Tolah and Jair, before focusing on Ammonite oppression and Israel's repentance. The chapter explores themes such as the cycle of sin, the consequences of idolatry, and God's reluctant mercy. The divine response to Israel's cry is particularly striking. Study with us five biblical passages that echo the themes of repentance and restoration in this crucial chapter.

Psalms 106:43-44: "Many times he freed them, but they were rebellious in their purposes... However, he paid attention to their suffering when he heard their cry." - These verses summarize the cycle of sin, punishment, and deliverance seen in Judges 10.

Jeremiah 2:27-28: "...But when they find themselves in trouble, they cry out: 'Come and save us!' Where are the gods you made for yourselves? Let them come and save them..." - This passage reflects God's rebuke in Judges 10:13-14.

Hosea 5:15: "Then I will return to my seat until they plead guilty. They will seek my face; in their distress they will seek me diligently." - This verse echoes God's response to the people's repentance in Judges 10:16.

Joel 2:13: "Tear your hearts, not your clothes. Turn to the Lord your God, for he is merciful and compassionate..." - This exhortation from Joel recalls the people's repentance in Judges 10:15-16.

2 Chronicles 7:14: "If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and heal their land." - This verse summarizes the process of repentance and restoration seen in Judges 10.

FAQ:

Who were Tola and Jair and what was their contribution as judges?

Tola and Jair were judges who ruled Israel after Abimelech. Tola helped deliver Israel from oppression, and Jair enjoyed a period of leadership and prosperity. (Judges 10:1-5)

What led Israel to ask God for help during the time of Judges Tola and Jair?

Israel fell into idolatry and was oppressed by the Ammonites and Philistines. They cried out to God for help after realizing the gravity of their transgressions. (Judges 10:6-9)

How did God respond to Israel's cry during the time of oppression?

God sent prophets to call the people to repentance and promised to deliver Israel from their enemies if they would abandon idolatry and return to Him. (Judges 10:10-16)

What was the outcome of the battle against the Ammonites under the leadership of Jephthah?

Jephthah, raised up as judge, defeated the Ammonites with God's help, securing Israel's freedom and maintaining peace for a time. (Judges 11:32-33)

What was Jephthah's vow and what was its outcome?

Jephthah made a rash vow to sacrifice the first person who came out of his house if God gave him victory. Unfortunately, his daughter was the one who came out to meet him. (Judges 11:30-31)


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