Judg 2:1-3 | TNotes | STEP | Summary for Judg 2:1-5: 2:1-5 The sanctuary had been set up at Gilgal (Josh 4:19-20 ; 5:10 ); Bokim is an unknown place, where the angel of the Lord gave an announcement that led to weeping and an attempt to reverse the judgment by offering sacrifice. 2:1 Even when Israel was unfaithful, God’s covenant , originally given to Abraham, remained unconditional (Gen 12:1-3 ; 17:1-22 ; cp. 2 Tim 2:13 ).

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bJosh 4:19-20►

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iDeut 20:17-18►

‏ Judges 2:1-3

Summary for Judg 2:1-5: 2:1-5 ^a The sanctuary had been set up at Gilgal (Josh 4:19-20 ^b; 5:10 ^c); Bokim is an unknown place, where the angel of the Lord gave an announcement that led to weeping and an attempt to reverse the judgment by offering sacrifice. 2:1 ^d Even when Israel was unfaithful, God’s covenant, originally given to Abraham, remained unconditional (Gen 12:1-3 ^e; 17:1-22 ^f; cp. 2 Tim 2:13 ^g).
2:2 ^h The gods of the nations were not a neutral force, so destroying the pagan altars was basic to covenant obedience. Not doing so would inevitably involve social and religious compromise, and the people of the land would oppress Israel (see Deut 20:17-18 ⁱ).