Judg 9:56-57 | TNotes | STEP | Summary for Judg 9:56-57: 9:56-57 The theological summary returns to the theme of Jotham’s fable (9:24 ). Abimelech had no divine charisma, and his death as a result of divine vengeance meant that justice was finally served for Gideon’s family. Israel’s experiment with uninspired kingship was a stark example of leadership that was not from God.

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Summary for Judg 9:56-57: 9:56-57 ^a The theological summary returns to the theme of Jotham’s fable (9:24 ^b). Abimelech had no divine charisma, and his death as a result of divine vengeance meant that justice was finally served for Gideon’s family. Israel’s experiment with uninspired kingship was a stark example of leadership that was not from God.