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Liber Iudicum, 5

1. cecineruntque Debbora et Barac filius Abinœm in die illo dicentes

1. Cecineruntque Debora et Barac filius Abinoem in die illo dicen tes:

2. qui sponte obtulistis de Israël animas vestras ad periculum benedicite Domino

2. “Quia comae excussae sunt in Israel, cum sponte se obtulit populus, benedicite Domino!

3. audite reges percipite auribus principes ego sum ego sum quæ Domino canam psallam Domino Deo Israël

3. Audite, reges, percipite auribus, principes; ego sum, ego sum, quae Domino canam, psallam Domino, Deo Israel!

4. Domine cum exires de Seir et transires per regiones Edom terra mota est cælique ac nubes stillaverunt aquis

4. Domine, cum exires de Seir, incederes de regione Edom, terra mota est, caelique stillaverunt, ac nubes stillaverunt aquis;

5. montes fluxerunt a facie Domini et Sinai a facie Domini Dei Israël

5. montes fluxerunt a facie Domini Sinai, a facie Domini, Dei Israel.

6. in diebus Samgar filii Anath in diebus Jaël quieverunt semitæ et qui ingrediebantur per eas ambulaverunt per calles devios

6. In diebus Samgar filii Anath, in diebus Iahel quieverunt semitae; et, qui ingrediebantur per eas, ambulaverunt per calles devios.

7. cessaverunt fortes in Israël et quieverunt donec surgeret Debbora surgeret mater in Israël

7. Cessaverunt fortes in Israel et quieverunt, donec surgeres, Debora, surgeres mater in Israel.

8. nova bella elegit Dominus et portas hostium ipse subvertit clypeus et hasta si apparuerint in quadraginta milibus Israël

8. Elegerunt deos novos; tunc erat pugna in portis. Clipeus et hasta non apparuerunt in quadraginta milibus Israel.

9. cor meum diligit principes Israël qui propria voluntate obtulistis vos discrimini benedicite Domino

9. Cor meum diligit principes Israel. Qui sponte obtulistis vos in populo, benedicite Domino!

10. qui ascenditis super nitentes asinos et sedetis in judicio et ambulatis in via loquimini

10. Qui ascenditis super nitentes asinas et sedetis super tapetia et ambulatis in via, loquimini.

11. ubi conlisi sunt currus et hostium est suffocatus exercitus ibi narrentur justitiæ Domini et clementia in fortes Israël tunc descendit populus Domini ad portas et obtinuit principatum

11. Ad vocem eorum, qui distribuunt aquas ad canales, ibi narrant iustitias Domini, iustitias fortitudinis eius in Israel: tunc descendit populus Domini ad portas.

12. surge surge Debbora surge surge et loquere canticum surge Barac et adprehende captivos tuos fili Abinœm

12. Surge, surge, Debora; surge, surge et loquere canticum! Surge, Barac, et apprehende captivos tuos, fili Abinoem!

13. salvatæ sunt reliquiæ populi Dominus in fortibus dimicavit

13. Tunc descenderunt reliquiae ad inclitos, populus Domini descendit pro eo in fortibus.

14. ex Ephraim delevit eos in Amalech et post eum ex Beniamin in populos tuos o Amalech de Machir principes descenderunt et de Zabulon qui exercitum ducerent ad bellandum

14. Ex Ephraim venerunt principes in vallem post te, Beniamin, in populis tuis. De Machir principes descenderunt, et de Zabulon, qui tenent sceptrum, praefecti.

15. duces Isachar fuere cum Debbora et Barac vestigia sunt secuti qui quasi in præceps ac baratrum se discrimini dedit diviso contra se Ruben magnanimorum repperta contentio est

15. Duces Issachar fuere cum Debora; sic Barac in vallem missus cum peditibus suis. In pagis Ruben magna consilia cordis.

16. quare habitas inter duos terminos ut audias sibilos gregum diviso contra se Ruben magnanimorum repperta contentio est

16. Quare sedebas inter caulas, ut audires sibilos tibiae apud greges? Pagis Ruben magnae investigationes cordis.

17. Galaad trans Jordanem quiescebat et Dan vacabat navibus Aser habitabat in litore maris et in portibus morabatur

17. Galaad trans Iordanem quiescebat; et Dan cur peregrinus vacabat navibus? Aser habitabat in litore maris et in portibus morabatur.

18. Zabulon vero et Nepthalim obtulerunt animas suas morti in regione Merome

18. Zabulon vero obtulit animam suam morti, et Nephthali super excelsa regionis.

19. venerunt reges et pugnaverunt pugnaverunt reges Chanaan in Thanach juxta aquas Mageddo et tamen nihil tulere prædantes

19. Venerunt reges et pugnaverunt, pugnaverunt reges Chanaan in Thanach iuxta aquas Mageddo, praedam argenti non tulere!

20. de cælo dimicatum est contra eos stellæ manentes in ordine et cursu suo adversum Sisaram pugnaverunt

20. De caelo dimicaverunt stellae, cursu suo adversus Sisaram pugnaverunt.

21. torrens Cison traxit cadavera eorum torrens Cadumim torrens Cison conculca anima mea robustos

21. Torrens Cison traxit cadavera eorum, torrens proeliorum, torrens Cison; incede, anima mea, fortiter.

22. ungulæ equorum ceciderunt fugientibus impetu et per præceps ruentibus fortissimis hostium

22. Tunc calcaverunt ungulae equorum in cursu praecipiti fortium suorum.

23. maledicite terræ Meroz dixit angelus Domini maledicite habitatoribus ejus quia non venerunt ad auxilium Domini in adiutorium fortissimorum ejus

23. Maledicite, Meroz, dixit angelus Domini, maledicite habitatoribus eius, quia non venerunt ad auxilium Domini, in adiutorium Domini in fortibus.

24. benedicta inter mulieres Jaël uxor Aber Cinei benedicatur in tabernaculo suo

24. Benedicta prae mulieribus Iahel uxor Haber Cinaei, prae mulieribus tabernaculi benedicatur!

25. aquam petenti lac dedit et in fiala principum obtulit butyrum

25. Aquam petenti lac dedit et in phiala principum obtulit butyrum.

26. sinistram manum misit ad clavum et dexteram ad fabrorum malleos percussitque Sisaram quærens in capite vulneri locum et tempus valide perforans

26. Sinistram manum misit ad clavum et dextram ad fabrorum malleum: percussitque Sisaram quaerens in capite vulneri locum et tempus valide perforans.

27. inter pedes ejus ruit defecit et mortuus est ante pedes illius volvebatur et jacebat exanimis et miserabilis

27. Inter pedes eius ruit, cecidit, iacebat; inter pedes eius ruit, cecidit; ubi ruit, ibi iacebat exanimis.

28. per fenestram prospiciens ululabat mater ejus et de cenaculo loquebatur cur moratur regredi currus ejus quare tardaverunt pedes quadrigarum illius

28. Per fenestram prospiciens eiulabat mater Sisarae per cancellos: “Cur moratur regredi currus eius? Quare tardant rotae quadrigarum illius?”.

29. una sapientior ceteris uxoribus ejus hæc socrui verba respondit

29. Una sapientior ceteris uxoribus respondit ei, et ipsa sibi repetit verba illius:

30. forsitan nunc dividit spolia et pulcherrima feminarum eligitur ei vestes diversorum colorum Sisaræ traduntur in prædam et supellex varia ad ornanda colla congeritur

30. “Certo nunc dividunt inventa spolia, unam, duas feminas singulis viris; duas vestes diversorum colorum Sisarae in praedam; unam, duas texturas discolores collo meo in praedam”.

31. sic pereant omnes inimici tui Domine qui autem diligunt te sicut sol in ortu suo splendet ita rutilent

31. Sic pereant omnes inimici tui, Domine! Qui autem diligunt eum, rutilent, sicut sol in ortu suo splendet”.

32. quievitque terra per quadraginta annos

32. Quievitque terra per quadraginta annos.



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Footnotes:

5:1-2 - Deborah's song celebrates the victory over the Canaanites and the courage of Israel's leaders and people. The song is an expression of worship and gratitude, highlighting the importance of praise in the lives of God's people (see also Exodus 15:1-2 and Psalm 30:12).

5:3-5 - Deborah summons the kings and leaders to hear her song, emphasizing unity and leadership in combating the enemy. This call to action highlights the importance of female leadership and mutual support in times of crisis (see also 1 Corinthians 12:12-14 and Philippians 1:27).

5:6-9 - The description of the hardships Israel faced during Canaanite rule highlights oppression and the need for deliverance. The memory of past struggles is crucial to understanding God's faithfulness in times of adversity (see also Psalm 77:11-12 and Romans 15:4).

5:24-27 - The praise of Jael, who killed Sisera, highlights the role of women in Israel's salvation. This act of courage and ingenuity shows how God can use anyone, regardless of gender, to accomplish His purposes (see also 1 Peter 3:6 and Hebrews 11:32-34).

5:28-31 - The song ends with a cry for justice and peace, showing that victory is temporary and that the fight against oppression must continue. Hope for a better future is a recurring message in the biblical narrative (see also Psalm 37:9-11 and Revelation 21:4).

Verses related to Liber Iudicum, 5:

Judges chapter 5 presents the Song of Deborah and Barak. How does poetry celebrate God's victory? This lyrical text offers a poetic perspective on the events of the previous chapter, praising God and the leaders of Israel. The chapter explores themes such as gratitude, the role of tribes in battle, and divine sovereignty. The vivid description of Sisera's death and his mother's lament stand out. Contemplate with us five biblical passages that echo the themes of praise and victory present in this poetic chapter.

Psalms 68:7-8: "O God, when you went out before your people, when you walked through the desert, the earth shook, and the heavens melted before the face of God; even Sinai was moved in the presence of God, the God of Israel." - This psalm uses language similar to that of the Song of Deborah in Judges 5, describing divine intervention in Israel's history.

Ephesians 5:19: "Speaking among yourselves in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs; singing and making melody to the Lord in your heart;" - The Song of Deborah in Judges 5 is an early example of this practice of community praise.

Exodus 15:1: "Then Moses and the children of Israel sang this song to the Lord, and they spoke, saying, I will sing to the Lord, for he is highly exalted; He threw the horse and its rider into the sea." - The Song of Deborah in Judges 5 follows the tradition of the Song of Moses, praising God for her deliverance.

Revelation 15:3: "And they sang the song of Moses, the servant of God, and the song of the Lamb, saying: Great and wonderful are your works, Lord God Almighty! Just and true are your ways, O King of saints." - This heavenly scene echoes the tradition of victory songs like Deborah's in Judges 5.

1 Corinthians 1:31: "So that, as it is written, He who boasts may boast in the Lord." - The Song of Deborah in Judges 5 exemplifies this principle, giving all the glory to God for the victory.

FAQ:

What is the Song of Deborah in Judges 5?

The Song of Deborah is a poem celebrating Israel's victory over the Canaanites. Deborah and Barak praise divine intervention and the courage of the tribes. (Judges 5:1-31)

What was Jael's contribution to Israel's victory?

Jael killed Sisera, the Canaanite commander, by stabbing him with a tent peg while he was sleeping, thus decisively aiding the Israelite victory. (Judges 5:24-27)

How did Deborah and Barak organize the battle against Sisera?

Deborah prophesied victory, and Barak led the Israelites into battle against the Canaanites, who were defeated with God’s help. (Judges 5:12-13)

What does the "song of the women" in Judges 5 symbolize?

The “song of the women” praises the women of Israel, especially Jael and Deborah, for their crucial role in the victory over their enemies. (Judges 5:1, 7, 24)

How does the Song of Deborah reflect the historical context of Israel?

The song celebrates Israel's deliverance from Canaanite oppression, reflecting the importance of Deborah's leadership and divine intervention in Israel's history. (Judges 5:1-31)


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