Judg 11:16-18 | MHM | STEP | v. 16–18 : Jephthah explained that when Israel left Egypt and was tired from traveling, they asked for permission to pass through Edom and Moab, but were refused. Instead of fighting, Israel went around their lands and did not cross their borders (Judges 11:16-18 ). Israel tried to avoid conflict and respected their neighbors’ rights.

‏ Judges 11:16-18

v. 16–18: Jephthah explained that when Israel left Egypt and was tired from traveling, they asked for permission to pass through Edom and Moab, but were refused. Instead of fighting, Israel went around their lands and did not cross their borders (Judges 11:16-18 ^a). Israel tried to avoid conflict and respected their neighbors’ rights.

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